Downtown Vancouver, from W 8th Ave & Alder St. A larger version of this image can be viewed in Shifting Skyline.

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Developing Story

Downtown Vancouver, from W 8th Ave & Alder St. A larger version of this image can be viewed in Shifting Skyline.
The city of Vancouver is growing and changing rapidly. Increasing land value, growing population and preparations for the upcoming 2010 Olympics top the list of reasons for this dramatic change. Science World British Columbia, situated in the heart of the city, provides an ideal vantage point from which to observe and analyse this metamorphosis. Use this collection of learning objects to explore this dynamic landscape and challenge your fundamental science skills to observe, question, infer and predict the sustainability and potential impact of this rapid growth. Time Lapse is dynamic content. Come back regularly to collect more data!
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