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FIFA has forced the BC Sports Hall of Fame to pack up and leave its usual home in BC Place Stadium. As of May 14, FIFA has full exclusivity over the stadium, according to an email from PavCo, the provincial Crown corporation that runs BC Place Stadium.

'What an absolute joke': FIFA takes control of BC Place Stadium and kicks out sports museum

Virgin Voyages’ newest ship officially arrived at the Port of Vancouver earlier this week, marking the cruise line’s first-ever visit at Downtown Vancouver’s Canada Place cruise ship terminal as it launched a new Alaska sailing itinerary from Vancouver.

The new Brilliant Lady marks Virgin Voyages' first-ever visit to Vancouver's Canada Place cruise ship terminal

The City of Vancouver has launched a pilot strategy that will allow parking tickets to be issued by mail in four residential permit zones near major public transit hubs, expanding the use of licence plate recognition (LPR) technology in parking enforcement.

City of Vancouver cracks down on illegal parking near SkyTrain stations, using licence plate recognition tech

If you’re thinking of buying a home in Canada this year, a new report reveals which real estate markets are the best for you to get your foot in the door in the housing market.

Here are the top three best places to buy a home in Canada in 2026

Vancouver International Airport (YVR) began 2026 with very strong passenger volumes, continuing the post-pandemic momentum and its record-breaking annual volumes last year.

Vancouver International Airport sees record-breaking passenger volumes in early 2026

Canadian telecommunications giant Telus is moving ahead with plans to build a major sovereign artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure network in British Columbia, following overwhelming demand for its first AI supercomputing facility in Quebec.

Telus to build massive AI data centres at two Westbank properties in Vancouver

Vancouver International Airport (YVR) has opened the host city’s first dedicated 2026 FIFA World Cup official merchandise retail store, marking another milestone in preparations just under a month before the tournament kicks off.

First dedicated 2026 FIFA World Cup store opens at Vancouver International Airport

With each passing day, Vancouver is increasingly looking the part of a 2026 FIFA World Cup host city, as tournament-themed decorations continue to appear across prominent public spaces, landmarks, and key public transit hubs in the region.

Vancouver's FIFA World Cup spirit takes to the water with Hullo Ferries vessel livery wrap

There was a hive of activity at the Oakridge Park mall site this morning shortly after 7 a.m., as hundreds of construction workers — entailing crews from the landlord’s main contractors as well as separate contractors for the many retailers, restaurants, food and beverage operators, and other businesses — poured onto the site for what has now become a final push toward the finish line.

It's official: Oakridge Park mall opening date announced for late May

The last time B. C. had a long weekend, BC Ferries had a few hiccups. Ahead of Easter at the beginning of April, the ferry service announced that two of its vessels were compromised. One had a generator issue and needed repairs, and one was delayed in returning from its annual refit, resulting in a number of pre-emptively cancelled sailings. Over the weekend, more sailings were cancelled and passengers were even left stranded.

What to know if you're sailing with BC Ferries on its 'fifth busiest' long weekend

Vancouver-based real estate firm Rennie is expanding beyond its home market through a new partnership with luxury brokerage network The Agency — a move that will give the company access to thousands of agents and new development opportunities across North America.

Vancouver real estate firm Rennie expands across North America through partnership with The Agency

Voting along party lines in a 5-4 decision, Surrey City Council approved the preliminary design concept for the new King George Boulevard Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line, clearing the way for TransLink to proceed into the project’s detailed design phase.

Surrey City Council narrowly approves King George Boulevard BRT concept, reignites SkyTrain and LRT debate

Cellular phone connectivity, coverage, and reliability is being greatly enhanced in and around the Downtown Vancouver peninsula, ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Cellular coverage in Downtown Vancouver sees big boost ahead of FIFA World Cup

A new temporary public art installation hovering high above the street plaza at Robson Square playfully celebrates Vancouver’s role as a 2026 FIFA World Cup host city.

Colourful soccer ball art installation above Robson Square celebrates FIFA World Cup nations playing in Vancouver

Surrey mayor Brenda Locke says the market response has been “strong” for the City of Surrey’s proposed new 10,000-seat indoor arena and entertainment district project in Surrey City Centre, with a major announcement expected potentially early this summer.

'Strong' market interest to build 10,000-seat indoor arena in Surrey City Centre, says mayor

Spanish infrastructure engineering giant Acciona has provided Metro Vancouver Regional District with a $235-million settlement payment in relation to the beleaguered project of building the new North Shore Wastewater Treatment Plant.

Fired contractor for troubled North Shore sewage plant project pays $235-million settlement

Before the end of this week, provincial Crown corporation PavCo will hand over the operations of BC Place Stadium to FIFA organizers as preparations enter the final phase ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

A look inside BC Place Stadium after all of its FIFA World Cup upgrades

With just months to go before the October 2026 civic election, Surrey mayor Brenda Locke took the opportunity during her annual State of the City address today to announce a number of sweeping new initiatives.

Surrey mayor pitches 200,000 sq. ft. convention centre for Cloverdale Fairgrounds

Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim has submitted a motion to City Council to cut back on some of the City’s bylaws that are designed to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions from buildings.

Vancouver mayor submits motion to cut back on some climate bylaws for the sake of affordability

A homeowner of a B. C. strata unit brought a legal fight against the corporation for failing to investigate his complaints and for failing to enforce certain bylaws that other homeowners allegedly violated.

Strata ordered to pay B.C. homeowner who had trouble with loud, smoking neighbours

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