North Vancouver council greenlights Lynn Valley housing

Jim supported the nearly 400-unit rental development while emphasizing that population growth must be accompanied by adequate schools, health care and community infrastructure.

June 2, 2026 · North Shore News

CapU student housing: new project needs more work

Jim supported additional student housing in principle while calling for greater affordability and more subsidized units for students with limited incomes.

May 8, 2026 · North Shore News

Hanson wants fireworks ban question on 2026 ballot

Jim proposed giving District residents a direct voice on consumer fireworks through a non-binding question in the 2026 municipal election.

May 4, 2026 · North Shore Daily Post

What changes could be coming to Mountain Highway?

Jim supported examining practical changes to Mountain Highway intended to improve transportation for drivers, cyclists and other road users.

April 7, 2026 · North Shore News

Why I Support Balanced Budgets: Jim Hanson

Jim explains his support for balanced budgets, careful spending and protecting public funds from rising debt-servicing costs.

March 23, 2026 · Commentary by Jim Hanson · North Shore Daily Post

Why vote in local elections on North Shore?

Jim encourages District residents to participate in the 2026 municipal election and explains how local government decisions directly affect the community.

February 23, 2026 · Commentary by Jim Hanson · North Shore Daily Post

District of North Vancouver wants auditor general for Metro

Jim supported independent financial oversight at Metro Vancouver to strengthen transparency and accountability for regional taxpayers.

February 20, 2026 · North Shore News

Why I oppose provincial housing mandates: Jim Hanson

Jim argues that provincially mandated housing growth must be accompanied by adequate infrastructure, transportation and financial support.

December 16, 2025 · Commentary by Jim Hanson · North Shore Daily Post

North Vancouver council OKs plan on future housing growth

Jim emphasized the need to direct future housing toward appropriate centres and transit corridors while addressing the infrastructure required to support growth.

December 10, 2025 · North Shore News

North Vancouver District expands demolition-salvage program

Jim supported expanding a successful program that recovers reusable wood and other materials from homes scheduled for demolition.

October 5, 2025 · North Shore News

District of North Vancouver to hold rain-barrel pre-sale event

A rain-barrel initiative proposed by Jim moved into implementation, giving residents an affordable way to collect and reuse rainwater.

September 18, 2025 · North Shore News

North Vancouver councillor calls for mandatory bike bells

Jim proposed requiring bicycle bells as a simple measure to improve communication and safety between cyclists and pedestrians.

July 5, 2025 · North Shore News

Letter: Ports Property Tax Act is taking money from North Vancouver taxpayers

Jim argues that provincial restrictions on port-property taxation unfairly shift a greater financial burden onto North Vancouver residents.

May 21, 2025 · Letter by Jim Hanson · North Shore News

Councillor Jim Hanson proposes rain-barrel program

Council supported Jim’s motion to explore an affordable program helping residents collect winter rainfall for use during the dry summer months.

May 13, 2025 · North Shore Daily Post