Housekeeping information and announcements

BMO Marathon Road Closures May 3-4, 2025

The BMO Marathon will be taking place on May 4th, 2025.  For a full list of closures, go to this official link.

Here is a quick summary and a suggested route to go to St. Mark’s Chapel from Vancouver:

Take 10th Ave Westbound (which turns into University Blvd).  Turn right on Wesbrook Mall to arrive at the chapel. 

Avoid 16th Ave near UBC, parts of 4th Ave, NW/SW Marine Drive, and 49th Ave, and all routes near the water in Kitsilano (Cornwall Ave, Point Grey Road)

– If you are coming from anywhere East of Cambie Street, please note (on the website) that parts of Cambie street will be closed (during specified times).

Parking information

Carey Parking Lot temporarily closed to Parishoners

Carey Centre – Parking Update – In anticipation of construction, the gravel parking lot has been closed. The remaining spaces on the paved section have been reserved for guests booked at Carey Centre.

Parking Options for Visitors & Parishioners at St. Mark’s Parish

– Limited parking spaces are available in the St. Mark’s College lot on a first-come, first-served basis on the weekends. Weekday parking is mostly reserved for college staff & faculty.

– A few spots are available along Theology Mall

*Sunday only* – parking is available in designated locations along Iona Drive.

Additional Street Parking:
Street parking is available at designated points on Campus. Please be attentive to parking meters.

Pay Parking Options:

1. To North Parkade: 10min. walk (hourly and daily parking – access by Student Union Blvd.)

2. UBC Rose Garden Parkade: 6278 NW Marine Drive. 11min. walk – northeast on NW Marine Dr., turn right on Iona Drive

3. Parking on Walter Gage Rd: A few spots – designated areas – 4min. on foot – one block south of Iona Drive

Parking Enforcement – Policies

Please avoid parking in areas marked by yellow lines/curbs in the college parking lot and on Iona Drive. This policy change applies at all hours, weekdays & weekends. Areas marked by yellow lines/curbs are marked to preserve access for emergency vehicles.