Another year, another Anime Evolution. Costumed fans of anime and manga gathered around the core of the University of British Columbia during a sweltering summer weekend. There was lots to see and do, along with plenty of awesome costumes, but …
Since 1910, the Fair at the PNE has delighted locals and visitors alike with rides, food, exhibits and various of other events. During the fair’s centennial year, the PNE has returned with a strong line up of musicians; including Cindy Lauper, Huey …
The beaches were packed as Mexico took the stage, err, barge, during the third evening of the Celebration of Light. The crowd cheered on a magnificent performance by Lux Pirotecnia that lit up English Bay. This time I sat with …
Spain put on an amazing show for the second night of the Celebration of Light fireworks festival. The evening was bathed in dazzling colours that lit up the darkened skies and wowed the crowds along English Bay. If you missed …
General Motors Place, or “the Garage” as it’s come to be known by local hockey fans, will be getting a new name after 15 years. The Vancouver Canucks and General Motors of Canada have agreed on a new sponsorship deal …
After the Olympic Line carried locals and visitors alike between Granville Island and the Olympic Village Canada Line station, the Downtown Historic Railway will be returning to the rails. The Transit Museum Society hopes to be rolling again in mid …
At long last, the participating countries for this year’s Celebration of Light have been announced. Four nations will be presenting their skills and colours over four nights this July with 30 minutes of pyrotechnical beauty. The line-up features displays from: …
Since this past Saturday, along with today, had proven to be exceptional weather-wise, I headed down to Stanley Park to wander around the sea wall and along the many trails. Not many cities have access to such a large and …
Another Vancouver icon is undergoing roof repairs. The famed white sails at Canada Place are being replaced as part of a rehabilitation project to fix leaks and install a covering that will last longer than the existing fabric. The replacement …
Canada is celebrating her 143rd birthday this July 1st, and it’s time to break out the red and white again! There will be plenty of parties in and around Metro Vancouver, so take a look below to see what’s happening …