Vancouver
Some of the key events about Vancouver
- 1886The city of Vancouver was officially incorporated
- 1886A massive fire destroys most of the newly incorporated city of Vancouver
- 1887The first transcontinental train arrived in Vancouver, connecting the city to the rest of Canada
- 1907Anti-Asian riots cause significant damage in Chinatown and Japantown
- 1918The Spanish flu pandemic claims over 900 lives in Vancouver
- 1935The Regina Riot results in violent clashes between police and unemployed protesters in Vancouver
- 1936The Burrard Bridge opened, improving transportation across False Creek
- 1942Japanese Canadians in Vancouver are forcibly relocated and interned during World War II
- 1954The British Empire and Commonwealth Games were hosted in Vancouver
- 1970The Pacific Coliseum opened, providing a new venue for sports and entertainment
- 1971The Gastown Riots lead to violent confrontations between police and protesters
- 1980Vancouver experiences a severe economic recession, leading to high unemployment
- 1986Vancouver hosted the World Exposition (Expo 86), showcasing the city to the world
- 1994A gang war erupts in Vancouver, resulting in numerous shootings and deaths
- 1995The Vancouver Public Library's central branch opened its iconic new building
- 2003Vancouver was selected to host the 2010 Winter Olympics
- 2009The Canada Line rapid transit system opened, connecting downtown to the airport
- 2010Vancouver successfully hosted the Winter Olympics and Paralympics
- 2011The Stanley Cup riot causes extensive property damage and injuries in downtown Vancouver
- 2016Vancouver declares a public health emergency due to the opioid crisis
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