Granville Island is one of Vancouver’s popular attractions, with its public market, artisan studios and entertainment venues. But for those who visit, work and live on the island have found the vehicle congestion worsening, now leading to an extension of…
October is Latin American Heritage Month here in Vancouver and as the month closes out, check out the Latin Market on Granville Island this weekend for music, merchants, and of course, food! This year, the market will have activities relating…
In the shadow of Vancouver’s glittering high rises is Granville Island, an eclectic collection of culinary delights, artistry, entertainment and crafts crammed together under the steel frame of the namesake street running high above. It’s also one of my favourite…
Come and celebrate Canada’s 149th birthday with events all around the Lower Mainland on Friday, July 1st. There are plenty of activities the whole family can enjoy: from parades, live music, food to nighttime fireworks displays. Don’t forget to check your local community calendar for any festivities not…
The City of Vancouver considers the heritage interurban cars unsafe and the cost to upgrade and maintain the vehicles could be put towards other projects. A memo posted to city councillor Geoff Meggs’ web site outlines numerous challenges in operating…
This Monday, July 1st, don your best red and white apparel to celebrate Canada’s 146th birthday! Many locations around Metro Vancouver are hosting parties in honour of our nation, and below are a handful of confirmed events. Come out and…
Even though the weather of late doesn’t quite fit the season, the trees around Granville Island have transitioned into their autumn complexions. The Public Market is always a great place to take a few photos – so many colours, objects and scenes…
There’s only a few weeks before Canada’s 145th birthday! Canada Day falls on a Sunday this year and with plenty of events throughout the Lower Mainland, it should be a great day to celebrate. Canada Day at Canada Place – Canada…
There’s nothing better than walking alongside the water with a nice cool breeze to make a warm day such a pleasant experience. Only in Vancouver can you stroll along much of the waterfront and have access to great dining, shopping,…
Mayoral hopeful Suzanne Anton has announced an expansion of the streetcar service that runs along the heritage rail corridor on False Creek’s south shore ahead of Vancouver’s upcoming civic election. The line would run from Granville Island east along the existing…
