Vancouver 
Sept 19th: British Columbia to Close Schools, Govt. Offices to Mourn the Late Queen
The B.C. government will mark September 19th with a holiday for government offices, and schools following the declaration by the federal government to honour Her Late Majesty… Read more »
25 Things to Do Around Vancouver During Fall
“I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers,” said Anne Shirley of Anne of Green Gables. Who else agrees? Vancouver completely transforms during… Read more »
22 Fall Getaways From Vancouver
The fall is all about getting cozy! It’s the perfect season to get out of the city and enjoy the changing sights and colours from the comfort… Read more »
Celebrate Vancouver’s Chinatown This Weekend With a Colourful Free Festival
Celebrate Vancouver’s iconic Chinatown this weekend with a free festival – Light Up Chinatown! The festival will feature colourful decorations and lights dazzling the streets filled with… Read more »
Coquitlam’s Kaleidoscope Arts Festival Is Back This Weekend With Arts, Cultural Performances, and Concerts
The Kaleidoscope Arts Festival is Coquitlam’s celebration of music, visual art, and culture and the festival is back for three days of fun for people of all… Read more »
2022 PNE in Vancouver – Aug 20 to Sep 5
The Pacific National Exhibition returns this week with can’t miss attractions including the pyro-musical shows, and magnificent entertainment. That’s not all, for its 112th year, Summer Night… Read more »
2022 Chilliwack Sunflower Festival: Stroll Through 15 Acres of Stunning Sunflower Fields
Get ready to stroll through stunning yellow flowers when the Chilliwack Sunflower Festival returns on August 10th for the 2022 season. The home to the Chilliwack Tulip… Read more »
25 Must-Do Waterfall Hikes in British Columbia’s Lower Mainland
The Vancouver area and the surrounding Lower Mainland offer a multitude of outdoor activities, including some amazing hikes. The diversity of landscapes allow hikers to experience the… Read more »
25 Must Do Waterfall Hikes In and Around Vancouver
Lookout Niagara Falls, these magnificent falls are worth the visit, too! Located in and around Vancouver, natural beauty is hard to believe. There is nothing more magical… Read more »
B.C. Vaccine Card No Longer Required Starting April 8th
B.C. vaccine cards will no longer be required starting April 8th to access indoor businesses and attend events. Provincial Health Officer, Dr. Bonnie Henry today confirmed that… Read more »
SFU’s Skoden Indigenous Film Festival Celebrating Indigenous Filmmakers Returns on March 31st
Skoden Indigenous Film Festival celebrating Indigenous creators is back tomorrow featuring an eclectic selection of movies from filmmakers from coast to coast to coast. Skoden is a… Read more »
B.C.’s Rockin’ River Music Fest Announces Lineup, Tickets on Sale March 17th
Now that B.C has lifted most pandemic restrictions, summer music festivals are coming back in full swing. Rockin’ River Music Fest is scheduled from July 28 to… Read more »
B.C. to Drop Indoor Masks Mandates Effective March 11th, Vaccine Passports on April 8th
British Columbia is lifting the requirement to wear masks in most indoor public spaces effective 12:01 a.m. Friday, March 11th. Masks will also be not required in… Read more »
B.C. Lifts Social Gathering and Capacity Restrictions Effective Feb 17th Midnight
British Columbia is lifting all social gathering limits and capacity restrictions at personal gatherings, organized gatherings and events, nightclubs, bars and restaurants, exercise and fitness, and adult… Read more »
25 Restaurants to Order Valentine’s Day Take Out Specials in Vancouver – 2022
Want to wine and dine with your special someone but keen to stay cozy at home? Sounds like the perfect Valentine’s Day if you ask us! Luckily,… Read more »
B.C to Reopen Gyms on Jan. 20th; Other Measures Extended Until Feb. 16th
British Columbia is lifting some of the COVID-19 restrictions that were in place since December 23rd of last year. Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry today announced… Read more »
William Shakespeare’s First Folio Acquired By UBC to Be Displayed at Vancouver Art Gallery
The University of British Columbia recently acquired the first edition of William Shakespeare’s Comedies, Histories, & Tragedies– popularly known as the First Folio. This rare 1623 publication… Read more »
Festivals in Vancouver this January 2022
Here is a roundup of fun festivals to attend in and around Vancouver this January 2020.
B.C Shuts Down Bars, Nightclubs, Gyms Effective Dec. 23, 2021
British Columbia has unveiled more restrictions in addition to the limits on indoor personal gatherings, indoor capacity of venues, New Year’s Eve parties cancellations announced last Friday…. Read more »
List of New Restrictions in B.C. Effective Dec 20, 2021- Limits Social Gatherings, Cancels New Year’s Eve Parties
Following Quebec and Ontario, British Columbia is bringing in new restrictions effective December 20th to mitigate the rising number of COVID-19 cases in the province. The restrictions… Read more »
Earthquake of Magnitude 3.5 Felt Near Vancouver
According to Earthquakes Canada, a seismic event of magnitude 3.5 hit near Vancouver – about 22 km WSW of Tsawwassen and 26 km ENE of Duncan, BC… Read more »
Four Indigenous Nations, Vancouver and Whistler to Potentially Bid For 2030 Winter Olympics
Today, four prominent First Nations signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Vancouver, and Whistler to explore the feasibility of hosting the 2030 Olympic Games. The Lil̓wat7úl (Líl̓wat), xʷməθkʷəy̓əm… Read more »
Tickets Now on Sale For Hamilton Show Coming to Vancouver in May 2022
Broadway Across Canada is bringing Hamilton to Vancouver next May. Tickets are now on sale for the iconic show that won Tony®, Grammy®, and Olivier Awards, the Pulitzer… Read more »
Olivia Rodrigo is Bringing SOUR Tour to Vancouver in April 2022 – Register Now For Tickets
Grammy-nominated, critically acclaimed singer/songwriter, Olivia Rodrigo is coming to UBC’s Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre on April 7th, 2022 in support of her Grammy-nominated record-breaking, RIAA Double… Read more »