“Where are you from?” asked the security personnel as I walked out to the Media Tribune on BC Place’s 400 level. “I’m from here, I’m local,” I said, feeling inadequate as though they were waiting to welcome a journalist from afar instead they got someone who lives 8 blocks away. “Well then, you’re super VIP!” […]

The dry weather means that more people will be hitting the road to find a camping spot this summer but it also means that our forests will have a high fire risk. In susceptible areas of the province, new fires will start easily, spread rapidly, and challenge fire suppression efforts. Before you head out to […]

Celebrating the best of British Columbia film and television, the 17th Leo Awards will take place over three nights in downtown Vancouver, with the Celebration One Awards Ceremony happening this past Saturday at the Westin Bayshore. Leo Awards 2015: Nominees Over 30 awards were handed out on Saturday, including Best Visual Effects, Dramatic Series (winner: […]

The Kitsilano Showboat has begins its 80th season of free entertainment in Vancouver, running every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from June 22nd until August 15th. Since 1935 this summer staple has featured musical acts, plays, and dancers all near the pool at Kitsilano Beach. Kitsilano Showboat Summer 2015 Photo credit: kpwerker on Flickr Flamenco, […]

Ring in a new season surrounded by mountains and overlooking beautiful Howe Sound as the Sea to Sky Gondola hosts its second annual Summer Solstice Celebration. Photo credit: Ann Hung on Flickr On Friday, June 19th the gondola is kicking off its weekend Sunset Music Series with they’ve put together an impressive music lineup featuring […]

Tor Miller is in the middle of a North American tour, in preparation of the release of his debut album, and while he admits his schedule is hectic — and it’s his first time out on the road — he’s taking it all in stride. “I’ve never been to Canada and for that matter I […]

Surrey Libraries presents Surrey Soiree, an outdoor dining experience at City Hall Plaza on July 11th. Wear your best whites, book a table or cabana, enjoy a three course meal al fresco and support the library’s literacy programs. Surrey Soiree Campaign for Literacy Proceeds from the Surrey Soirée will fund the Literacy for Life Campaign […]

Bring your four-legged friend to the Whitecaps FC 2 match this Sunday as our USL team hosts Bark at the Bird, at UBC’s Thunderbird Stadium. Bark at the Bird Whitecaps FC 2 will face off against LA Galaxy 2 on Sunday, June 14th and those wishing to bring their dogs to the match can do […]

Harrison Hot Springs Resort is a popular getaway destination within a short drive from Vancouver and they’re offering up some great deals on packages this season. Not only do the packages include your stay at the resort, with the world famous hot springs pools, they bundle up adventures with the lake’s water park, river rafting, […]

Are you ready to welcome the FIFA Women’s World Cup Canada 2015 Vancouver? Celebrate the beautiful game and the amazing skills of the best soccer players in the world, right in the heart of our city. Here’s a great reason to visit the City of Vancouver’s free FIFA Fan Zone on Cambie at Georgia Street […]