Metro Vancouver Regional District’s unionized outside workers issued a 72-hour strike notice on Thursday after contract negotiations with the regional district reached an impasse over workplace safety, contracting out protections and staffing concerns, setting the stage for potential job action as early as 3:36 p.m. this Sunday, May 24, 2026.

The estimated combined total federal, provincial, and municipal cost of hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Vancouver has seen an increase in its potential range, according to an update provided by the Government of British Columbia today.

Written for Daily Hive Urbanized by Yaletown resident Mike Wilson, Hospitality Vancouver Association representative Laura Ballance, and small business owner Elsa Corsi.

The Vancouver Whitecaps will play their final match before the FIFA World Cup break when they visit San Diego FC on Saturday.

As we continue to roll towards the FIFA World Cup in Vancouver, we’re continuing to see how the event is impacting the city, and even buskers will be affected in some minor ways.

Many were crestfallen when they heard the news that Matchstick, which had been operating in Vancouver for over a decade, announced it would be ceasing operations and closing all of its locations. The cafe had operated multiple outposts and had become a part of many Vancouverites morning rituals.

The last week of May is upon us, and it’s brought plenty of fun things to do in Vancouver. And if you need suggestions for events to check out, we’ve got you covered. From The Black Keys to Fleurs de Villes, here are 20 great things to do from May 25 to 31.

An investigation is underway into a report of human remains being discovered in a river in Metro Vancouver. According to Langley RCMP, a member of the public reported the discovery of possible human remains on May 17 at around 3:52 p.m.

With FIFA now just days away — and Vancouver’s hosting costs estimated to be up to $729 million for federal, provincial, and municipal governments — a new report from Merchant Growth suggests that small B. C. businesses aren’t ready to capitalize on the event.

Vancouver shoppers looking for vintage outfits and mementos from years gone by have been in heaven with the recent opening of Fun Häus.

Sports fans from around the globe will be coming to Vancouver for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and one of the city’s most iconic landmarks is getting a new look for the festivities.

A major local hospitality union has launched a legal challenge against the City of Vancouver over City Council’s approval last month of a rezoning application to create a sizeable floating hotel next to the Vancouver Convention Centre.

The 54th annual Hyack Multicultural Parade and Festival returns to New Westminster this weekend, and local residents and commuters are being warned of traffic disruptions in the area.

As if you needed any more reasons to head over to Oakridge Park (we’re counting down the days until Time Out Market Vancouver opens its doors), a new coffee shop will be opening just across from the mall.

Public transit workers across Metro Vancouver are moving toward another possible labour dispute after contract negotiations between Unifor and TransLink operating subsidiary Coast Mountain Bus Company (CMBC) broke down over what the union describes as sweeping concession demands.

Pedestrians walking between SkyTrain’s Metrotown Station on the south side of Central Boulevard and the bus exchange and Metropolis at Metrotown mall on the north side can now cross one of Metro Vancouver’s busiest intersections for foot traffic in a completely new way.

A huge demonstration against the proposed cluster of AI data centres in Vancouver will take place on Saturday, May 23, and traffic may be impacted throughout downtown.

Heads up, movie lovers. The Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF) is hiring for several roles, and landing one could make you feel like walking the red carpet.