Vancouver and the rain jacket – these two things ubiquitously go hand in hand. I like to think that when you need to test the performance of a waterproof jacket, British Columbia is as good as it gets.

Winter may not officially arrive for another couple of weeks, but the winter weather and full slate of events have arrived at Silver Star.

An hour north of Vancouver, Brackendale has stunning scenery, laid-back residents and the largest concentration of wintering bald eagles in North America. From eagle safari rafting trips on glacial-fed rivers, to extreme hiking, and pubs with a unparalleled vistas, visitors to this off-beat winter destination do not leave disappointed.

Please note: As recommended by BC’s provincial health officials, if you choose to participate in events or leisure activities outside of your home, please adhere to COVID-19 health and safety measures, including proper physical distancing and frequent handwashing. If you are sick, please stay home.

The BC government is introducing mandatory winter parking passes at Mount Seymour for hikers and snowshoers. The North Shore mountain is an increasingly popular winter destination, and the province will require day-use vehicle passes to access the parking lots between 7 am and 4 pm starting December 15.

Temperatures are expected to drop significantly during the final days of 2015 and through the start of the New Year. Environment Canada’s forecast indicates Metro Vancouver will experience a prolonged period of clear and sunny skies, but temperatures will hover near the freezing mark this week with a low of -2°C.

Looking for a reason to get away from it all this winter? For an affordable friends’ getaway or a family vacation brimming with core memory-building opportunities, head for the charming mountain village of Silver Star, BC, a North Okanagan treasure where the welcome is as expansive as the range of activities.

There has been a devastating end to the search for a missing hiker. Vancouver Police say Andriy Fendrikov’s body was found Wednesday near Snass Mountain in Manning Park.

Grouse Mountain is once more hosting its annual 24 Hours of Winter event, giving all you powder hounds a chance to celebrate on the slopes from sundown to sunrise.

A lost hiker who was missing for 14 days in the BC backcountry was found safe by wildfire crews on Thursday. Daniel Ring left for a trip to Rampart Ponds in Garibaldi Provincial Park on July 7 and didn’t return as scheduled on July 9.

Winter is a busy time for Airbnb, and the platform recently revealed the top winter destinations in Canada, and BC cities took up three of the 10 spots.

Vancouverites travel along the Sea to Sky Corridor (Highway 99), running from Vancouver to the north of Whistler year round.

Unicorn Ball, WWE Live, and more! Kickstart your Saturday with our rundown of 10 fun things to do in Vancouver today, February 2.

Who says the Oscars just have to be for Hollywood A-listers and film buffs? With the 92nd Academy Awards ceremony happening this Sunday, one Vancouver dog daycare is going into a four-legged frenzy, throwing an adorable weeklong party leading up to the event.

As temps begin to drop and we prepare for snow (or if you’re on the West Coast, an obscene about of rainfall), our minds turn to keep cosy without compromising style.

While winter in Vancouver this year has been mild and snow-free, those looking for a more traditional winter adventure have the opportunity to do just that, thanks to the offerings of a locally-based company.

Vancouver is a beautiful city. Between all the hikes, ocean views (and incredible donuts), it’s not hard to find an awesome activity to fill up your spare time.

Much has been written and studied about the financial return when cities invest in safe, separated bicycle infrastructure. It is estimated, for example, that for every kilometre one of its citizens cycles, our society earns 18 cents in increased public health, air and sound quality, and decreased collisions, congestion, and road maintenance. Inversely, every kilometre travelled inside an automobile costs our society 17 cents, for the exact opposite reasons. There is, however, one additional benefactor we seldom discuss when debating better bike lanes, and that is the city’s bustling tourism industry.