An 82-year-old male cyclist is recovering in hospital after being struck by a minivan on Monday.

The driver of the van is co-operating with investigators, but police would like to hear from any witnesses to the incident around 4:30 p.m. at Cambie and Shell roads.

The cyclist was taken to Vancouver General Hospital where he underwent successful emergency surgery.

Anyone who can help police is asked to call their road safety unit at 604 278 1212.