Whenever I’m asked to list my top local attractions or must-do experiences you’ll always find me mentioning two places: Stanley Park along with the Museum of Anthropology (“MOA”). Ever since our elementary school class visited the museum decades ago, I have been fascinated with the culture, history, art, and deep West Coast education I soak […]

This month schools, offices, families and individuals are invited to join The Great BC Shake Out, an annual earthquake preparedness drill that takes place around the world. At 10:18am on October 18, 2012 everyone is encouraged to Drop, Cover, and Hold. I remember earthquake drills when I was in elementary school as the province prepared […]

October is BC Hydro PowerSmart Month which focuses on sharing information about conserving energy, using electricity wisely, finding the right electronics and lighting options for your home, and offering great deals and savings to consumers. Throughout PowerSmart Month I will be sharing updates, deals, and a few exciting giveaways. Power-Plinko Power-Plinko is a new online […]

The Fort Langley Cranberry Festival is coming up on Saturday just ahead of Thanksgiving. Now in its 17th year, the Cranberry Festival features a full day of activities for all ages in this historic community. Photo credit: aloalo* on Flickr Join the free fun in downtown Fort Langley on Saturday, October 6, 2012 from 10:00am […]

Its recognizable dome lights our nights with a twinkle, and maybe even a Jack O’Lantern pattern at Halloween. Within its walls we learn about physics, engineering, chemistry, humans, animals, and the rest of the known universe. Science World (at Telus World of Science) is another one of the city’s most-photographed landmarks, by visitors and local […]

Alanis Morissette will be taking to the stage at the Centre for Performing Arts in Vancouver this week on her Guardian Angel Tour in support of her latest album Havoc and Bright Lights. Photo courtesy of Live Nation Canada Alanis has 12 Juno Awards, 7 Grammy Awards, a Golden Globe nomination and has sold over […]

There are haunted houses, tours, and theatrical zombie events in Vancouver this season and the interactive experience at the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden is sure to add to the terror. Judge Dee and the Chinese Garden Murders is billed as a “haunted house like no other in the heart of Vancouver’s Chinatown”. In […]

Over the years I have profiled bloggers from the Northwest Territories to the Fraser Valley, anyone that interests me and that I hope will interest you as well. A few years ago I started asking a standard set of questions and I’ve sent these out to a few local bloggers for this week’s series. Click, […]

The Vancouver International Film Festival is in full swing for its 31st year of celebrating international, national, and local productions. Last night the festival officially opened with a screening of Deepa Mehta’s Midnight’s Children which was followed up by the opening gala at the Salt Building in the Village on False Creek. Photo credit: John […]

A quick Sea Bus ride away from downtown Vancouver, the Lonsdale Quay Market is your North Shore source for fresh produce, local vegetables, meats, cheeses, wines and artisan wares. This October they are hosting Savour, a festival of food and wine taking place every Saturday form October 6th until October 27th, 2012. Photo credit: John […]