Strathcona Provincial Park, in central Vancouver Island, B.C, is basically unknown among Americans and many Canadians, yet it boasts a majestic combination of water, forest and mountains.

The Vancouver Park Board wants to preserve a green space that residents say is a badly-needed outdoor space for the Chinatown and Strathcona neighbourhoods.

That plan includes using the parking lot beside the Old Strathcona Farmers' Market to create a district park. The idea is contentious for some of the area's business owners. More for You ...