Crowded clubs, concerts in the heart of Downtown, and a talented mix of local and international acts ripping up stages over two weeks — all things that can no longer occur in the foreseeable future. Following the news from Bard on the Beach and Theatre Under the Stars, another summer staple in Vancouver won’t be on our calendars this year as the 2020 TD Vancouver International Jazz Festival is cancelled.
TD Vancouver International Jazz Festival is Cancelled
From the festival: “Our team has been working non-stop to consider how we might be able to present a Festival in 2020, but over the past month, as the COVID-19 crisis has accelerated, it has become clear that it won’t be possible to do so in a safe manner. With the support and advice of our board, we have made the hugely disappointing decision to cancel this year’s Festival. We are saddened to make this announcement, but we believe it is the right and responsible thing to do in order to protect our patrons, artists, staff, and community.”
If you have purchased a ticket to any shows that were on sale, they will be in touch with instructions on how to receive a refund or how to donate the cost of your ticket to Coastal Jazz & Blues Society.
FAQs regarding the Festival can be found at online here. Follow along on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to get the latest updates from the Vancouver International Jazz Festival #VanJazzFest.
For the first time ever, I did not create an events list or weekend events lists for Metro Vancouver between the end of March and beginning of April. As we’ve all had some time to adjust to the new reality of COVID-19 isolation, so many businesses and individuals have come together in creative ways to keep us all entertained. Thanks to their efforts, I may now present you the unprecedented VIRTUAL April event list for Metro Vancouver!
NOTE: The Government of BC recommends that you stay home during the COVID-19 pandemic except for essential errands. For example:
Go to the grocery store only once a week
Send one household member on errands to reduce the number of potential exposures
Exercise at home or stay at least 2 metres from other people if you go for a walk in your neighbourhood
It’s been a few weeks since I’ve been able to do a weekend event list for Metro Vancouver but thanks to hard-working and creative folks, I can present a lineup of things to enjoy online!
NOTE: The Government of BC recommends that you stay home during the COVID-19 pandemic except for essential errands. For example:
Go to the grocery store only once a week
Send one household member on errands to reduce the number of potential exposures
Exercise at home or stay at least 2 metres from other people if you go for a walk in your neighbourhood
My friends and family are heading into our 4th week of virtual Friday night gatherings online, as is the norm during in the COVID-19 pandemic. Since we’re not going out, companies finding creative ways to support local businesses. Molson Canadian’s Virtual Happy Hour contest aims to support your favourite local restaurant, and reward you in the process.
Molson Canadian’s Virtual Happy Hour
Molson is inviting people to connect over a #VirtualHappyHour and rewards hosts with a $25 gift card for use at their favourite local bar or restaurant.
How it Works
Get your friends together over a Virtual Happy Hour and raise a beer. Not just Molson beer, any beer.
Share a screenshot or video of you and your friends with #VirtualHappyHour and tag your favourite local restaurant or bar, as well as Molson Canadian on your Instagram page, or @Molson_Canadian on Twitter.
Molson will buy you a $25 gift card for use at the local restaurant or bar you tagged. Now you can help support your favourite local hangout when it needs it most, and have a great reason to go back when you can.
“For now, while we can’t raise one at our favourite local spot, we can raise one for it, and with the promise of an IRL meet-up to come,” says Joy Ghosh, NA Marketing Director, Molson Family of Brands. “Supporting local businesses – in the good times, and the not so good times – is part of John Molson’s legacy as one of Canada’s first entrepreneurs.”
The program runs until April 30, 2020 or while supplies last (whichever comes first). Rules on how to participate are available on the website. Follow @MolsonCanadian on Instagram and @Molson_Canadian on Twitter to see #VirtualHappyHour being featured from coast to coast.
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In a historic move to save the foodservice industry, several hundred restaurant owners, chefs, culinary leaders and celebrities across Canada have joined forces to support Canada Takeout to make every Wednesday #TakeoutDay.
This movement encourages Canadians to order from their favourite local restaurant offering takeout or delivery, with a nationwide kickoff on Wednesday, April 15, 2020 for #TakeoutDay.
Canada Takeout to Make Every Wednesday TakeoutDay
Restaurants Canada estimates that 800,000 foodservice jobs have already been lost nationwide due to COVID-19. Nearly 1 in 10 restaurants have already closed permanently and many more might close by the end of April if conditions don’t improve. Food service sales are expected to be down nearly $20 billion for the second quarter of 2020.
“Restaurants are vital to the social and economic fabric of communities across Canada, but operating a foodservice business is tough, even in the best of times,” said Shanna Munro, Restaurants Canada President and CEO.
“Not only was our industry among the first to feel the impacts of COVID-19, we’ve been one of the hardest hits so far, with nearly two thirds of our workforce now lost. We would love to see Canadians embrace #TakeoutDay and support those restaurants who are still able to operate through takeout or delivery.”
“#TakeoutDay aims to save more than just businesses – whether it’s the local mom and pops eatery or the popular restaurant that made it onto top dining lists. Our robust and diverse culinary scene is an integral part Canada’s unique identity and we stand to lose an important part of our culture and heritage if we don’t do our part,” says Pay Chen, a popular food opinion leader and an ambassador for Canada Takeout.
Launching Takeout Day in Style
Canada’s Great Kitchen Party – Home Edition will host an epic variety show on Facebook live at 5:00pm PT on Wednesday, April 15th in partnership with Canada Takeout. It will feature musical entertainment from Canada’s top talent and celebrated athletes. Headliners will include Jim Cuddy, Alan Doyle, Ed Robertson, Barney Bentall and Tom Cochrane. The full lineup will be announced soon. Friends and family can enjoy dinner and a concert together virtually and do their part to help restaurants on #TakeoutDay.
Iconic chef, Mark McEwan’s heartfelt plea to Canadians can be viewed in this along with messages from other culinary leaders from coast to coast.
Hundreds of Canada’s favourite food personalities are actively involved including, chef Vikram Vij (Vancouver and Surrey), chef Ivana Raca (Toronto), and chef Tyrone Welchinski (Winnipeg). They are encouraging Canadians to share this campaign with family and friends across social media with #TakeoutDay. Find out where to order here.
Canada Takeout urges Canadians to make every Wednesday #TakeoutDay! Follow Canada Takeout on Facebook and Instagram for more info.