This video is part of our Expert Insights Series, inviting visionary leaders to share their experience to help broaden destination development perspectives and spark new ideas. Topics discussed range from tourism product development, sustainable tourism and strategic partnerships to the latest travel trends and urban development, to name a few. Happy viewing!

In this session, Dave Hutch, Deputy Director, Parks & Public Spaces will tell the story of North Vancouver’s Wallace Shipyards. From WWII Victory Ship production to bankruptcy and near demolition, to a gleaming post-industrial rebirth into one of Metro Vancouver’s most successful public spaces and much-loved waterfront destination (7.5M visits in 2024). Dave will walk us through the journey of over two decades of destination development.