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Visiting Victoria? Here are 7 things that locals would actually do
We’re in the thick of spring, and it’s turned out to be a pretty eventful one. There were baby whale calves, new Airbnb rules, a moulting elephant seal, and even some pigeon racing.
Hundreds of BC camping reservations are still available
If you haven’t been able to snag a summertime camping reservation with BC Parks, there is no need to worry. Thankfully, there are hundreds of private campsites with stunning views and amenities for every kind of camper.
Shein is opening a pop-up store in Vancouver for the first time ever
Looking to update your summer wardrobe? Get ready to shop, because Shein is opening its first-ever pop-up store in Vancouver.
No repairs in sight for shuttered public beach access in affluent Vancouver neighbourhood
It’s been years since beachgoers have been able to take a beloved set of stairs to a stretch of ocean and sand in Vancouver’s Point Grey neighbourhood. While it’s not the only way to get to the water on this mansion-lined stretch, it was considered to be among the most accessible, and the ongoing closure has not gone unnoticed by those who live nearby or the visitors who came to rely on the route.
Here's when April showers will return: Vancouver weather update
Vancouver has been treated to a very sunny week, but it’s spring on the West Coast — and that means sunny weather never lasts for long.
Some of Vancouver's favourite cafes are hiring
Cafes across Metro Vancouver are looking to hire staff, and there are positions for everyone. If you’re looking for a side gig, an experienced worker in hospitality or are just trying to enter the industry, there could be a job fit for you.
Park Board-led league blocked after outrage from Vancouver beach volleyball players
The Vancouver Park Board has paused its plans to launch its own sports league just a few weeks before the massively busy beach volleyball season begins in the city.
"How unusual": Swarm of alien-like creatures wash up on Tofino beach
Some recent photos circulating on Facebook have left people stumped after some alien-like creatures were spotted in Tofino earlier this week.
Missing Alberta family of six found safe
Editor’s note: Police now say the family of six has been found and is safe. The original story posted on April 9, 2024, is posted below.
"Landed on my head": Crow nesting season is upon us in Vancouver
It’s a time of year that many Vancouver residents fear: crow nesting season. If you’re wondering why your regularly peaceful neighbourhood crow is suddenly attacking you, it’s not because of your choice of outfit; it’s because it’s a vulnerable time for new crow parents.
Six Metro Vancouver parks will be booze-approved by Canada Day
Six Metro Vancouver parks have been booze-approved, allowing alcohol consumption, but Wreck Beach is not one of them. Dylan Kruger, a councillor from Delta, BC, proposed the motion, which passed on Friday.
Tasty BBQ and Beer Bar to open at former Na Jia Restaurant location
We’ve been wondering for a while what would be opening at the former Najia Restaurant when it closed. Now we finally have the answer.
Warm weather returns to Metro Vancouver and shatters temperature records
Around Metro Vancouver and across BC, people have quickly flocked to parks and beaches to enjoy the bright, warm, sunny weather we’ve missed.
These were voted the worst times and places to drive in Metro Vancouver
Metro Vancouver has some stunning qualities, from its mountain views to magnificent beaches, but it’s hard to enjoy the view when you’re stuck in traffic and cursing the rush-hour mess.
Vancouver's sunny break is coming to an end -- here's when
This weekend certainly felt like an end to winter hibernation for many in Metro Vancouver. Beaches filled up, the Sea to Sky Highway was full of drivers looking for adventure, and a few brave souls even went swimming in the ocean. But those double-digit temperatures and sunny skies are only visiting the city for a short time.
"Positively engage with the community": New BC travel app offering rewards for local visitors
A new travel app for BC hopes to encourage sustainable travel by offering tangible incentives when tourists actively engage with the communities they’re visiting. Re:BC is an online travel resource in Revelstoke, Squamish and Parksville Qualicum Beach that gives visitors community-led opportunities to learn about their destinations. According to project manager Hollie Galloway, the app revolves around an idea called regenerative travel but goes “beyond just sustainability.” “Sustainability is about making sure that things don’t get worse like maintaining the status quo, and regenerative tourism is about trying to actively positively impact communities through tourism,” Galloway said. The app includes a destination information quiz, which essentially teaches visitors about the communities they visit so that they can be as informed as possible about the destinations and make sure to limit their ecological footprint. “[The app is] inviting tourists to come into a community but to actually positively engage with the community while they were there,” said Galloway. “You will be able to learn about the First Nations in the area, the communities, their languages, their lands, then you’ll learn more about the culture of the area itself.” There will also be a chance to support the local businesses in each area with the app, including the sustainable businesses around each location. Part of the quiz will involve learning about the challenges each community faces so that visitors can also help mitigate their own contribution. Galloway shared how Squamish is one area in particular that is facing tourism challenges. “Squamish is having challenges with too many people sleeping in vans or people out on the trails [who are] not dealing with their waste properly,” she said. “The majority of visitors to our communities don’t want to have a negative impact on the places they’re visiting
Best new Vancouver restaurants you should check out soon
New Vancouver restaurants are our three favourite words, so here’s the latest in local food and beverage. There are tons of establishments in and around the city that have recently opened for the first time, but how do you pick which ones are worth hitting up?
Strata hotels will have short-term rental exemptions, says BC government
Following an outcry from some municipal governments of tourism-dependent communities and hospitality property owners, the Government of British Columbia has provided a new clarification for short-term rentals operating in strata hotels and motels.