0sharesNominees for the 32nd annual Jessie Richardson Theatre Awards (“The Jessies”) have just been announced and winners will be awarded at a ceremony on Monday, June 23, 2014 at the Commodore Ballroom. The list of nominees reflects a full year of excellence in local theatre, showing appreciation for everything from costume and lighting design to […]

5sharesThe Fair at the PNE has announced their concert lineup for the season, bringing in big names and legends for over a dozen performances on top of their regular (and new) entertainment and attractions. Photo credit: Michael Kwan & Michael Kwan & [travelfox] on Flickr Running from Saturday, August 16, 2014 to Monday, September 1, […]

2sharesMark your calendars for Burnaby Heights’ Hats Off Day 2014 happening Saturday, June 7th. This epic street party along Hastings is when Heights merchants “take their hats off” to their community and their customers, and the entire Heights community celebrates together. It’s a huge, one-day extravaganza featuring a colourful main-street style parade with real local […]

0sharesTwo of my favourite things — Okanagan wine and Salt Spring Island — are coming together on June 16th as Hastings Country House Hotel launches its Chefs Across the Water series for the season. Chefs Across the Water 2014 The 5th Annual guest chef program brings distinguished chefs to the Hastings House kitchen for a […]

71sharesYesterday was the International Day Against Homophobia and last year, Vancouver Whitecaps FC participated by changing their online profile images to rainbow logos. This year, they took it up another notch and released a rainbow scarf for everyone to show their support along with the team. Whitecaps FC Pride Scarf, in partnership with Gameday Merchandising. […]

15sharesThe Beer Battle Royale will see four BC breweries go head to head in the Doolin’s ring for total beer glory. The concept is simple and the reward is great: Whoever sells out their keg first will reign as a Doolin’s featured tap for all of June. What: The Beer Battle Royale Where: Doolin’s, 654 […]

1share#WhatsTheLink is a series about all that TransLink, Metro Vancouver’s transportation authority, is responsible for in the region. Join the conversation on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. These guest posts are written by Robert Willis. #WhatsTheLink: Three out of 418,000 riders – Surrey Central Station Jump on the SkyTrain during rush hour or watch the successive […]

3sharesI’ve covered everything from aerials and timelapses to ‘before and after‘ comparisons but recently I found a handful of sweeping cityscape photos in the City of Vancouver Archives that are definitely worth sharing as well. Vancouver Cityscape Photos 1969: View of Downtown Vancouver. Archives# CVA 780-6. 1975: Looking east on Water and Cordova in Gastown. […]

0sharesDid you know that the World’s Best Food Truck Tour is right here in Vancouver? It’s also one of the top 4 activities in Vancouver on Trip Advisor out of every possible attraction — that’s pretty impressive! Vancouver Foodie Tours invited me on this signature tour to experience the best street eats that the city […]

536sharesAllegiant Air is a growing airline and the choice of many BC travellers when heading to destinations within the United States. The airline’s popularity in Bellingham led to an expansion of their presence at the local airport and was responsible for over 50% of the airport’s passenger traffic in 2012. The Bellingham Airport, just 1 […]