Vancouver City Council is set to consider a massive redevelopment proposal by Holborn Group to transform the Hudson’s Bay parkade city block at 501-595 West Georgia St. The ambitious project features three landmark towers, including a 1,034-foot "supertall" building that would be Western Canada's tallest. This primary tower will house 920 hotel rooms, extensive convention space, and a public observation deck offering free entry to Vancouver residents. Two additional residential towers will provide 1,546 homes, including family-sized units. Additionally, the developer will construct a 25-storey social housing tower at 388 Abbott St. in Gastown, which includes childcare and Indigenous art spaces. The total public benefits package is estimated at $305 million. City staff recommend moving the application to a public hearing this month to address urgent hotel and housing shortages.