Now imagine you’re a city on the move. You’re full of great ideas about how cities should be run. You’re innovative, free-thinking— Sure, you’re graced with spectacular scenery and everyone loves a handsome city, but you’re a bit more than that. That’s what you tell yourself anyways. And with the worlds eyes on you, you could make the pitch: “I’m a Pacific Rim leader! I’m a model of sustainable urbanism! You could learn a thing or two from me!” And does the world listen? Or is it to busy admiring white capped waves, reflected in your steal-glass towers, and the soaring mountains behind you.
— The Tyee—“Vancouvers Brand”
