Toque Tuesday joins together 50 communities across Canada, through local toque-selling events, to raise funds and awareness for long-term solutions to homelessness. On Tuesday, February 7th, you can join a truly Canadian event, playing ball hockey for a cause in Surrey.
Toque Tuesday
Ball Hockey for a Cause in Surrey
Where: Surrey City Hall Plaza (13450 104 Ave)
When: Tuesday, February 7th, 2017 9:00am to 3:00pm
Cost: Free. Donations of scarves, gloves, and socks encouraged
The event will consist of a ball hockey tournament, toque sales, and the community is encouraged to come out to watch, support, and donate winter wear. There is no cost to watch, but guests are asked to bring a donation of scarves, gloves, and socks.
Hotdogs, hot chocolate and coffee will be for sale by donation from the City of Surrey Firefighters. Toques will be on sale for $10 from PCRS Surrey Youth Services staff and volunteers, and all proceeds from toques will go towards long-term solutions to homelessness in Surrey.
The event in Surrey was started by Tim Baillie, a retired firefighter, and participating teams come from Trilogy Recovery House, Flamingo Hotel, SFU and KPU, and there’s a team made up of MLAs (from both sides of the House). Music and a DJ make the tournament fun and entertaining for those coming out to watch.
Enjoy a uniquely Canadian ball hockey tournament, during this national campaign, while supporting those in need in the Surrey area. Vancouver’s Lookout Society will also be present, with ball caps for sale for $20.
Since 1997, the annual Toque Campaign has supported nearly 200 community agencies across Canada, raising more than $7 million to date in support of long-term solutions to homelessness. Follow Raising the Roof on Twitter and Facebook for more information about this event and others across Canada.
The Winter Wander at Vanier Park combines everything that I love so much about this city: A walk by the seaside, a chance to enjoy some arts and entertainment, and of course some really cool museums!
Winter Wander at Vanier Park
On Saturday, February 4, 2017 bring your family down to Vanier Park for a day of music, science, history and art. Enjoy local food vendors, entertainment, and have the chance to win great prizes.
For only $5, get admission to the Museum of Vancouver, H.R. MacMillan Space Centre, Vancouver Maritime Museum, Vancouver Academy of Music, and City of Vancouver Archives. You can also watch performances from the Young Shakespeareans from Bard on the Beach, VAM students, Gamelan Bike Bike, and storytelling by VPL.
New this year: Play ball hockey in the Vancouver Archives parking lot, learn to fold origami and explore a giant wild migration map of Canada at MOV.
Purchase your ticket on the day of the event from MOV, H.R. MacMillan Space Centre or Vancouver Maritime Museum. Children 5 and under are free.
After a year off, PlayDome is returning to BC Place for Spring Break this year! Western Canada’s largest indoor carnival will have more than 45 rides and attractions, your favourite carnival snack and games, all under one roof.
PlayDome at BC Place for Spring Break
Where: BC Place Stadium
When: Wednesday, March 22nd – Sunday, March 26th, 2017
Hours: Open daily from 10:30am to 9:00pm (until 6:00pm on Sunday)
PlayDome at BC Place Dome Passes are $29 (valid for full day, all rides) and Ultimate Passes are $49 (5-days, all rides). Guest passes (required to enter as a spectator) are $8 and children under 2 years old are free (although for safety reasons they cannot go on the rides). Tickets are available at the door and online, or phone 604-669-2300.
All of your favourite rides and attractions have returned, so be sure to take a spin on the Tornado, experience weightlessness on the Alien Abduction and soar into the sky with the Mini Jets. Follow @BCPlace and the tag #PlayDome on Twitter for updates.
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Update The winner is Shannon!
A new season of market shopping is upon us and whether you’re looking for local produce, artisanal goodies, or hand-crafted gems, you’ll love browsing, and filling your baskets, at these upcoming events:
Spring Markets in Vancouver
Eastside Flea
Where: The Ellis Building (1024 Main St, Vancouver)
When: Feb 10-12; Feb 24-26; Mar 10-12; Mar 24-26; Apr 7-9; Apr 21-23; May 5-7; May 19-21
Details: Shop Eastside Flea every other weekend from February to May! Bi-weekly markets have over 50 local vendors, food trucks, a live deejay, artisan showrooms, seasonal drink specials, pinball, visiting with friends & more.
Portobello West
Where: At the BC Home + Garden Show
When: February 22nd to 26th, 2017
Details: Shop Portobello West for a wide variety of local goods ranging from men & women’s fashion, jewelry, home accessories, art, gourmet treats, baby & kids items, and more at this special pop-up edition at BC Place.
Fall For Local
Where: Pipe Shop Building (115 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver)
When: April 29th to 30th, 2017
Details: Shop a wide range of high quality local goods in an upbeat environment at Fall for Local Spring Pop-Up.
Make It
Where: The PNE Forum (2901 E Hastings Street, Vancouver)
When: April 21st to 23rd, 2017
Details: Make It‘s spring show has one-of-a-kind handmade items from over 150 of Canada’s best makers, designers, and crafters. Now with food carts and a beer garden. Pay once, shop 3 days. $5 at the door, kids 12 and under are free.
Nifty for Fifty
Where: Heritage Hall at 3102 Main Street, Vancouver
When: April 9th, 2017
Details: At Nifty for Fifty, 30 local designers and artists will gather under one roof for. Find everything from accessories to clothing and trinkets, all for $50 or less. Admission for entrance is $2 at the door.
Vancouver Farmers Markets
Where: Nat Bailey Farmers Market (4601 Ontario St, Vancouver)
When: Saturdays until April 22nd, 2017
Details: The best place to be on a rainy Saturday! Each week you can look forward to finding locally grown vegetables and fruit, meat and seafood from local ranchers and fishermen, artisan cheese and bread, herbs and seasonal nursery items, baked goods, prepared foods and artisanal crafts.
Where: Hastings Park Farmers Market (Hastings Skate Park, Renfrew, Vancouver)
When: Sundays until April 30th, 3017
Details: Find the market between the Forum and the Agrodome and stroll down tree-lined pathways, wander through the Italian garden and stop by the sanctuary pond, bring the kids bundled up and play in the playground, or drop into the skateboard park. The Hastings Park Farmers Market features a great selection of local produce; nursery items, fish, meat & dairy; artisan prepared foods, baking and treats; the best in local crafts, and of course, hot food trucks.
Got Craft? Spring Edition
Where: Maritime Labour Centre 1880 Triumph St, Vancouver
When: May 6th to 7th, 2017
Details: Got Craft? is a curated boutique event created to showcase favourite handmade designers. Shop for one of a kind goods, meet local makers, and talk about their creative processes. Join one of the D.I.Y. workshops and craft your own take home project. $5 at the door or $3 online in advance.
Bonus
Just outside Vancouver and up the Sea to Sky Highway, the Refresh Market takes place at West Coast Railway Heritage Park on April 28th & 29th.
