MONOVA Museum of North Vancouver

Add a Comment by Rebecca Bollwitt Wednesday, October 28th, 2020 — 2:02pm PDT

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Add this to your Vancouver lexicon! MONOVA is the new brand for the Museum of North Vancouver, which is set to open in 2021 in a new 16,000 square foot space at 115 West Esplanade. In the heart of North Vancouver’s Lower Lonsdale Shipyards District, it will be adjacent to Lonsdale Quay, the Polygon Gallery, and the SeaBus Terminal.

MONOVA Museum of North Vancouver

The new Museum will join the Archives of North Vancouver in Lynn Valley in engaging and supporting the north shore community in discovery and storytelling under the MONOVA banner.

In addition to being the new home of the restored Streetcar 153 and a stunning new cedar carving of Sch’ich’iyuy (The Two Sisters) by Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) carver Wade Baker, the new purpose-built facility will be full of interactive multimedia exhibits, innovative programming and public gatherings.

“The red cedar Sch’ich’iyuy panel is based on the ancient Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Sister’s Mountain Transformer legend,” noted Wade Baker. “The twins were raised from childhood to be leaders for their people. They asked their father, the Siyam, the Chief, to bring peace to the warring tribes along the coast. He could not refuse their request and fires were lit all along the coast to signal a great welcoming feast to bring peace. For their efforts, the twins were immortalized in the mountain peaks you see today that watch over us.”

When it opens in 2021, the new Museum of North Vancouver hopes to engage, strengthen and inspire the community by exploring the stories of North Vancouver’s past, present and future.

The brand launch today kicks off a community campaign called “Bringing Stories To Life” as part of their ongoing $1.5M new museum fundraising appeal. With 85% of funding in place, this campaign aims to close the gap. Follow the new brand on Facebook for more information.

Halloween at the Gulf of Georgia Cannery

Add a Comment by Rebecca Bollwitt Wednesday, October 28th, 2020 — 11:08am PDT

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Enjoy Halloween at the Gulf of Georgia Cannery (National Historic Site) in Steveston with The Haunted Sea this season. This fairy-tale reboot of the cannery’s annual Halloween event is extended to a month-long installation for visitors of all ages to explore with safe distancing measures in place.

Halloween at the Gulf of Georgia Cannery

Follow the path into the darkest depths of the sea and come out a hero with new knowledge and tools to help save the ocean from death by plastic monsters.

Where: Gulf of Georgia Cannery (12138 Fourth Ave, Richmond)
When: Daily until November 8th, 10:00am to 5:00pm
Admission: Advance tickets not required. Adults $11.90, seniors $10.20, youth under 17 & Society members free. All discounts and passes will be accepted/honoured.

Masks are recommended and also dress warmly, the cannery is perched atop the Fraser River with no heating. Capacity will be limited to allow for physical distancing.

Built in 1894 in the historic village of Steveston, the Gulf of Georgia Cannery was once the largest building of its kind and the leading producer of canned salmon in British Columbia. Experience the stories of this place and its people through interactive exhibits, films, and guided tours on Canada’s West Coast fishing industry.

Unlock The Donut King with Cartems in Vancouver

Add a Comment by Rebecca Bollwitt Wednesday, October 28th, 2020 — 10:41am PDT

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On November 19th, you can unlock access to The Donut King, a film by Alice Gu, through donut shops across Canada. In Vancouver, you can get digital access via Cartems.

The Donut King

Release dates: November 19 to December 31, 2020
Access: Pre-order here for $9.99
Watch: Online

The Donut King tells the story of the rise and fall of Ted Ngoy, a Cambodian refugee who escaped genocide and overcame poverty to build a life for himself – and hundreds of other immigrant families – by baking America’s favourite pastry and building an unlikely empire of donut shops.

“He is almost single-handedly responsible for his compatriots’ domination of the mom-and-pop donut shops in SoCal, of which 80% were owned by Cambodians by the mid-1990s.”
~ Asian CineVision

Ted sponsored hundreds of visas for incoming refugees and helped them get on their feet teaching them the ways of the donut business. By 1979 he was living the American Dream. But, in life, great rise can come with great falls. Ted’s story is one of fate, love, survival, hard knocks, and redemption.

Founded by award-winning documentary filmmaker Ron Mann (Grass, Comic Book Confidential, Carmine Street Guitars) Films We Like is a boutique distributor of documentary, independent, and international films in Canada.

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Granville Island Gift Boxes for the Holidays

Comments 1 by Rebecca Bollwitt Tuesday, October 27th, 2020 — 1:40pm PDT

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The Granville Island Delivery Co. (“GIDC”) is getting ready for the holidays with deliciously themed gift boxes that support Granville Island Public Market merchants.

Granville Island Gift Boxes for the Holidays

GIDC Founder Michelle Ng has personally curated a selection of limited edition holiday gift packs, which include include popular products from Granville Island merchants like Lee’s Donuts, Granville Island Brewery, Benton Brothers Fine Cheese, Oyama Sausage, and more.

“As we limit in-person celebrations this year, we can connect with friends, family and clients with thoughtfully selected gifts while supporting local businesses,” says Ng.

“For many of our customers, receiving a beautifully packaged gift at the door is a highlight of their day. They are introduced to a new experience as they enjoy quality products selected for them. There’s nothing like a heartfelt, memorable gift experience delivered to their doorstep.”

Check out the handy Gift Guide and select hand-crafted boxes like The Charcuterie, Cheese, & Wine Celebration; Beer o’Clock Kit; Chocola-Tea Basket; and the Donut Christmas Tree Kit.

The gift packs range from $49.99 to $129.99. In addition, $5 from featured baskets will aid Granville Island merchants who have been affected by the pandemic.

Donations to benefit Granville Island Merchants can also be made on the website, and delivery gift cards are also available. Follow on Facebook and Instagram for more info.

November Events in Metro Vancouver 2020

Add a Comment by Rebecca Bollwitt Monday, October 26th, 2020 — 3:21pm PDT

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Online entertainment, festivals, theatre, a ramp up to the holiday season and Remembrance. Find a full list of November event in Metro Vancouver below and if you have anything to add, send it in here for a free listing.