On the Stanley Park Causewey overpass, which offers great views of the Lions Gate Bridge and two large lions by sculptor Charles Marega, there are four smaller lions — two of which had their faces smashed off this weekend in a senseless act of vandalism.
One lion’s face was destroyed and the second lion’s face and paws were removed. Park Board commissioner John Coupar said the situation is disappointing. “Well, it’s a random act and an unfortunate act, and it’s just one of those things that shouldn’t happen that does happen,” he told CBC News. “We’re all saddened by it, but we’ll do our best to make it right.”
Coupar said it isn’t yet clear how much the repairs will cost or how long they will take. Vancouver police Sgt. Randy Fincham said investigators are going to work with the park board to find those responsible “for taking the roar out of these two lions.” [Source: CBC]
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the Vancouver Police Department at (604) 717-3321 or Crime Stoppers at 1 (888) 222-8477.
The CBCMusic.ca Festival was announced this morning, bringing some top talent to Deer Lake Park on June 14th and giving fans a chance to enjoy live music outdoors this summer.
CBC Music Festival Lineup
The CBCMusic.ca Festival will be hosted by Jian Ghomeshi, with special co-host appearances by CBC’s Stephen Quinn, Tom Power, CBC News Vancouver hosts Gloria Macarenko and Renee Filippone, Rich Terfry will DJ a special set on stage and more.
The concert lineup includes: Tegan and Sara, Spoon, Arkells, Hannah Georgas, Chad VanGaalen, Wake Owl, Belle Game, Crystal Shawanda, and the CBC Music Searchlight winner, who will be announced on CBC Radio One’s Q on Friday, May 9th.
Searchlight is a competition that connects artists with fans in their community and across the country. Vote for your favourite bands in your region and across the country. It’s all leading to a grand prize, including $20,000 worth of music equipment from Yamaha Canada Music, a professional recording with CBC Music, and an opening spot on a high profile music showcase.
Tickets for CBCMusic.ca Festival go on sale Friday, April 4, 2014 at 10:00am with an exclusive advance sale for CBCMusic.ca users on Thursday, April 3 from 10:00am to 10:00pm.
Purchase tickets online, by phone at 1-855-985-5000, or in person at a Ticketmaster Outlet for $59.50 (including GST) or you can get a Family 4-Pack Bundle for $200 (plus FMF & Service charges).
Follow CBC Music on Facebook and Twitter for more information about the festival and the CBC Searchlight competition.
Update Dan Mangan will join Tegan and Sara, Spoon, Arkells, Hannah Georgas and others at the second annual CBCMusic.ca Festival produced by Live Nation Canada. This year’s festival will take place at Deer Lake Park in Burnaby, B.C. (6450 Deer Lake Ave) on Saturday, June 14, 2014.
Fan Expo Vancouver returns to the Vancouver Convention Centre April 18th to April 20th bringing with it celebrity guests, your favourite writers, actors, and more. This comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, and gaming show – expected to draw 25,000 fans – is packed with industry professionals, sketch duels, cosplay, workshops, and plenty of opportunities to shop.
Fan Expo Vancouver Details
Where: Vancouver Convention Centre West Hall B & C, 1055 Canada Place
When: April 18 to 20, 2014
4:00pm to 9pm Friday, 10:00am to 7:00pm Saturday, 10:00am to 5:00pm Sunday
Tickets: Premium Package $99, Deluxe Weekend Pass $69, Friday $20, Saturday $35. You can also book your photo ops with your favourite guests in advance online.
Fan Expo Vancouver 2014 Celebrity Guests
Karl Urban (Star Trek), Steven Yeun (The Walking Dead), Bruce Campbell (Army of Darkness), Stephen Amell (Arrow), Robert Englund (Nightmare on Elm Street), Giancarlo Esposito (Breaking Bad), Stephen Amell (Star of Arrow), Eliza Dushku (Angel; Buffy the Vampire Slayer; Dollhouse), Michael Rosenbaum (Smallville), John de Lancie (“Q” from Star Trek: The Next Generation), Tom Felton (Harry Potter), Billy Boyd (Lord of the Rings) and many more. Check the guest list online for the latest announcements.
Fan Expo Vancouver Contest
Fan Expo Vancouver has offered up an exclusive VIP family prize pack for one lucky Miss604 reader. This includes: 2 adult tickets and 2 child tickets (ages 12 + under) AND priority seating at Q&A Panel with GIANCARLO ESPOSITO (Breaking Bad, Revolution).
Here’s how you can enter to win:
- Leave a comment on this post (1 entry)
- Post the following on Twitter (1 entry)
I will draw one winner at random from all entries at 12:00pm on Tuesday, April 8, 2014. Follow Fan Expo Vancouver on Facebook and Twitter for more information.
Please note the child tickets are not transferable to adult passes, and winners cannot be given a cash value.
Update The winner is Marisa!
Vancouver Whitecaps FC are celebrating 40 years of Whitecaps soccer in this city, promoting previous team members, traditions, and the beloved “White is the Colour” chant, heard best when coming from a record player. In honour of this anniversary, I have put together a collection of Vancouver photos from May-August of 1974, when the Whitecaps were just starting out.
14 Photos of Vancouver in the 70s
Empire Stadium, August 1974. Archives# 2010-006.231.
View of the PNE. Archives# 2010-006.235.
Bute Street between Robson and Haro. Archives# CVA 778-48.
400 West Hastings, south side. Archives #CVA 778-147.
700 Burrard with the Hotel Vancouver. Archives# CVA 778-21.
400 Granville, west side. Archives# CVA 778-95.
800 Thurlow, east side. Archives# CVA 778-440.
1200 block of Haro. Archives# CVA 778-136.
400 Hamilton at Victory Square. Archives# CVA 778-104.
700 West Pender. Archives# CVA 778-293.
800 Burrard, west side. Archives# CVA 778-30.
400 Richards. Archives #CVA 778-365.
1000 Smithe, north side. Archives# CVA 778-429.
900 Robson at Burrard. Archives# CVA 778-315.
Get your tickets for the Whitecaps’ 40th anniversary match on May 3rd and check out my collection of “14 Photos from 1914” for even more visual history.
Nominations are currently open for the Vancouver Awards of Excellence, Vancouver’s new civic awards program that recognizes outstanding achievements made by individuals — adults, youth and children — organizations, and businesses.
“Consisting of 21 awards in six categories, the Awards of Excellence celebrate excellence in achievements that benefit all of us by making Vancouver a greener, healthier, more diverse, accessible, and prosperous city.”
Categories include Civic Volunteer, Greenest City Leadership, Healthy City for All, Diversity and Inclusion, Accessible City, and Business Innovation.
Individuals and businesses are eligible along with organizations consisting of non-profit groups or service clubs, educational institutions, hospitals, government departments, unions, professional and trade associations, media organizations, and public or private corporations.
The deadline for nominations is April 4th, a peer panel will be complete May 2nd, and a final selection will be made by Vancouver City Council May 12th. An awards ceremony will follow June 23rd.
