DFO cutbacks and layoffs have lead to the decsion to close the Kitsilano Coast Guard station. This will no doubt have an effect on local boating. 

There has been a lot of discussion about this decision. Follow the story through these articles:

• Kitsilano coast guard station closed in DFO layoffs - CBC (May 17)
• Union fights Kitsilano coast guard station closure -CBC (May 22)
• Councillors join fight to save Kitsilano coast guard station - CBC (May 23)
• Clark tells Ottawa to leave Coast Guard base at Kitsilano open - Globe & Mail (May 28)
• Is closing Kitsilano Coast Guard Centre a mistake? - News1130 (June 1)
• Kitsilano Coast Guard Station closure will cost lives and threaten economy - Straight (June 1)
• Fisheries Minister defends decision to close Kitsilano Coast Guard station - Globe & Mail (June 11)