Vancouver council cuts speed limit to 30km/h on local streets to reduce collisions

A quieter, safer Vancouver is coming into focus. City council has unanimously agreed to lower speed limits on residential streets to 30 km/h (~19 mph) —a significant drop from the default 50 km/h. The goal? Fewer crashes, fewer injuries, and a better quality of life for neighborhoods. The change will roll out gradually, starting with 25 “neighborhood slow zones” over the next three years. For residents and visitors alike, this signals a shift toward streets designed not just for cars, but for people walking, biking, and living there. Chuck Chiang with The Canadian Press has the full story.