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Win Tickets to Canadian Men’s Rugby at BC Place

Comments 35 by Rebecca Bollwitt

After a successful Canada Sevens tournament we know one thing for sure: Vancouver loves rugby! I grew up playing the sport in high school and to this day the spot holds a special place in my heart. If you caught the rugby fever earlier this spring, you have the opportunity to once again support the […]

June in Vancouver History

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June has historically been a pretty big month for the city, hence the proclamation of “Vancouver Day” (June 13th) in 1925. June 13, 1792: Captain George Vancouver explored Burrard Inlet June 13, 1859: A seam of coal was discovered at Coal Harbour June 13, 1886: The Great Fire — the entire city burned to the […]

City of Bhangra Festival: Win Tickets to the Opening Party

Comments 12 by Rebecca Bollwitt

The Vancouver International Bhangra Celebration Society (“VIBC”) presents the largest Bhangra Festival in North America, City of Bhangra Festival, in Vancouver from June 11th to June 18th. This massive celebration will include 350+ performers at these events and more: Opening Party, Crash an Indian Wedding Saturday, June 11, 2016 from 9:00pm to 2:00am Club 560, […]

Vancouver Food Truck Challenge

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Three Vancouver food trucks will dish out a free lunch on Tuesday, June 7th. Le Tigre, Super Thai Food and Meet2Eat are all participating in a recipe challenge with Uncle Ben’s Rice & Grains products and you’re encouraged to stop by the competition to vote for your favourite creation. Vancouver Food Truck Challenge Where: Queen […]

Heritage Vancouver Garden Tour

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Heritage Vancouver Society will be holding this year’s Garden Tour on June 11th and 12th. This will be the event’s 5th Anniversary and will feature a self-guided tour of 13 enchanting private Vancouver Gardens — a fundraiser for Heritage Vancouver Society. Photo courtesy of Heritage Vancouver Whether you are a plant person, someone just wanting […]