Bird Strategy Referral

Summary

• Motion proposed proclaiming May 13-31, 2023 as Vancouver Bird Celebration, directing staff to reapply for Bird Friendly City certification (at risk of lapsing by September 2023), reaffirming the 2020 Vancouver Bird Strategy, and directing staff to review Bird Friendly Design Guidelines and report back, including on streamlining guidelines through the Permit Improvement Process.
• Background: Vancouver was among first Canadian cities to receive Bird Friendly City certification in 2021; over 250 bird species observed in greater Vancouver; building collisions kill 16-42 million birds annually in Canada.
• Referred to the May 10 Standing Committee on City Finance and Services to hear from speakers before debate and decision.

Vote

Documents

• Motion – The Bird is the Word: Elevating Vancouver’s Strategy