Announced today, platinum-selling singer and songwriter, Avril Lavigne, Golden Globe-nominated actor, Adam Beach, goalkeeper for the Canadian Women’s National Soccer team, two-time Olympian and bronze medalist at the London 2012 games, Karina LeBlanc and National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations, Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo.

We are big fans of long table dinners, especially when they involve sushi. * First look at Vancouver's new beachside seafood and oyster bar (PHOTOS) * The Lobby Lounge to launch 'Spot Prawn Long Board' experience May 18

After Kitsilano Beach was closed on Monday due to high bacteria levels, the Vancouver Park Board said on Tuesday the beach is open to swimmers once again.

Wine while picnicking? Designated public drinking spaces? These ideas are up for consideration by the B.C. government.

The close proximity and accessibility to automated external defibrillators (AEDs) greatly increases the likelihood that lives will be saved during sudden cardiac arrest events.

Last week, fashion staple Vogue published their idea of what a perfect day in Vancouver looks like. The list, which was written to coincide with the star-studded TED conference, featured a smorgasbord of Vancouver hotspots like Matchstick, 33 Acres, and Hotel Georgia.

After coming up with three varying design concepts to redesign downtown Vancouver’s West End waterfront earlier this year, the City of Vancouver and the Vancouver Park Board have come back with a proposed draft concept for further public consideration.

Let’s face it, the gym is no fun when everyone is at the beach. So why not join a recreational sports league instead? A lot of them are open to all abilities and they’re a great way of getting outside – maybe even to the beach – and meeting some new friends to socialize with afterwards.

If you choose to spend the day at one of our local beaches it is not uncommon to see a span of nets covering a corner of the soft beaded sand. Beach Volleyball has been a common summer sport for many years and every season individuals of all levels flock to the nets to soak in the sun and hang out with friends. Urban Rec is the largest local organization in Vancouver which supports beach volleyball along with many other leisurely sports.

Patrons can expect a rotating local craft brew list along with a small selection of wine, as well as a menu with a wide array of drool-worthy grub.

With the slew of outdoor festivals, concerts, and beach visits soon coming to a close, there’s one way to keep the staycation going – with a trip to the spa. In Vancouver, we’re fortunate to have experts who hail from different parts of the world, who bring their language and culture to our city. And what a better way to start a business than with what you know best! Enter Sabai Thai Spa and we got 2 $100 gift cards to giveaway!

Happy Canada Day, everyone! Celebrate with our list of 10 fun events in Vancouver today, Sunday, July 1. Check out Canada Day at Canada Place, Steveston Salmon Festival, and more.

Davie Street is the place to be on Friday, August 4, as three blocks of the street will be closed off for the 2017 Davie Street Party.

It may be the weirdest sight we’ve seen at a Vancouver beach recently, and it certainly captured the attention of locals in the West End.

Republic Nightclub is pleased to announce the launch of a new contest featuring the newly transformed Drai’s Beach Club and Nightclub in Las Vegas. Vancouver’s nightlife community will get a chance to enter to win a trip for two to Las Vegas including return flight, two nights stay at The Cromwell and a VIP table package at either Drai’s Beach Club or Nightclub.

On Saturday, July 25, ElectroRecycle, B. C.’s small appliance and power tool recycling program, will present “RecycleFest” to encourage the recycling of broken, old or unwanted small electrical appliances & power tools and celebrate keeping parks, waterways and streets clean with a free event in Trout Lake Park.

The PNE has started and the sun is starting to set earlier and earlier these days. Yes, summer is almost done, however there is plenty of great weather to look forward too the next few weeks (fingers crossed for another Indian summer in Vancouver this year) and that means you can still get you tan on.

It’s the weekend and the sun is shining, so let’s have some fun! Here is our list of 20 things to do in Vancouver on Saturday, May 12 and Sunday, May 13! P!NK, Mother’s Day, Art Smash Street Party, and more.