Premier Christy Clark made the following statement on the passing of Jim Green:

"It is with great sorrow that we mark the passing of Jim Green - visionary, politician, activist and developer.

"Jim's contributions to Vancouver will be his lasting legacy, most notably, his efforts to transform the former Woodward's building in the Downtown Eastside into the vibrant gathering place it is today. The historic former department store is now an outstanding example of how a development can enhance an existing community, rather than displace it.

"Without Jim's passionate leadership on that project, and countless others, Vancouver would not be the same city that we all know and love. He truly made our province a better place.

"On behalf of the province of British Columbia, my thoughts and prayers go out to his family. He will be greatly missed."

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