August 01, 2017
Honda Celebration of Light 2017 launches special competition for Canada's 150th birthday
Vancouver’s most anticipated spectacle will return to light up the skies above English Bay for the 27th year this summer.
celebration, fireworks, light, of, vancouver
July 27, 2017
18 UNESCO World Heritage Sites In Canada (Part 2)
canada, heritage, sites, unesco, world
July 25, 2017
18 UNESCO World Heritage Sites In Canada (Part 1)
I was surprised how many UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Canada there were, 18 to be exact. As I’m sure you’ve heard, this year is Canada’s 150th anniversary so there’s a lot of buzz in the travel industry about my home country. I mean, what’s not to love? We have...
canada, heritage, sites, unesco, world
July 20, 2017
Local secrets: where to find B.C.’s best beaches
When people think of British Columbia, they think of rainforests. But since the Pacific Ocean laps the length of the province, there are also miles of coastal beaches to explore—not to mention islands. A few of these beaches have a pretty high profile, such as Kitsilano Beach, which on a...
bc, beaches, vancouver
July 18, 2017
Vancouver's Beaches
Which way to the beach? Well, in this city you can find one everywhere you turn. You might not associate Vancouver with beaches, but whether you're looking for a stretch of sand to spread out and relax with a good book, an outdoor court to spike a volleyball, or a...
beaches, vancouver
July 13, 2017
2 exhibits you need to see at the Vancouver Art Gallery right now
The Vancouver Art Gallery has two brand new exhibitions on display that you’ll want to check out this summer. It’s the fifth largest art gallery in the whole of Canada so it’s no wonder a selection of incredible exhibits are being featured. Right now there are two exceptionally interesting art showcases...
art, bc, gallery, vancouver
July 11, 2017
‘Bog Escape’ game brings puzzle-solving adventures to Burns Bog this summer
‘Pixie Tricks’ and other escape games at Delta Nature Reserve starting July 13
burns bog, delta, escape, game, surrey
July 06, 2017
Symphony in the Park returns to Deer Lake July 2017
The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra will be returning to Deer Lake this summer for its annual free outdoor concert on July 9, 2017.
orchestra, outdoor, symphony, vancouver
July 04, 2017
Secrets of Granville Island
Early in the morning, the first ferry of the day putters across False Creek, heading towards Granville Island. The morning sun might have barely risen, still blinking sleepily on the horizon. The sounds of the island, too, are likely beginning to stir. Fruit-filled crates destined for the Public Market slap...
granville, island, vancouver
June 30, 2017
Enter to win an Arc’teryx Jacket of your choice up to $700!
Where are you exploring in beautiful British Columbia this summer? We want to know! Enter to win an Arc’teryx Jacket of your choice up to $700!
June 29, 2017
Canada Day 2017: Guide to July 1 celebrations in B.C.'s Lower Mainland
Canada turns 150 this year, and communities across B.C.'s Lower Mainland are planning to party.
Whether you're looking for an all-day bash or an evening fireworks show, CTV Vancouver has rounded up a list of events happening July 1 from Whistler to Manning Park.
1st, canada, celebration, day, july, vancouver
June 27, 2017
Coming soon: Stanley Park outdoor film lineup announced for summer 2017
Get your beach blanket and mosquito repellent ready. The Vancouver Evo Summer Cinema schedule has been released. The series will kick off July 4 with The Lego Batman Movie. Also screening this summer are The Goonies on July 11, Toy Story on July 18, National Lampoon’s Vacation (1983) on July 25,...
2017, film, outdoor, park, stanley
June 22, 2017
O Canada: 150 of the people, places and things that make our country so cool
Everyone from Bono to former U.S. president Barack Obama seems to agree: The world needs more Canada. Suddenly, our nation of mountains, plains and endless shoreline, of diversity and tolerance, of musicians, writers and artists, has become the envy of the world. Well, we always knew it was a beauty,...
150, anniversary, vancouver
June 20, 2017
Vancouver Mural Festival set to bring more artists to the streets this August
Artists from Vancouver and around the globe will be transforming city walls across Mount Pleasant and Strathcona once again from August 7 to 12, for the second annual Vancouver Mural Festival.
festival, mural, vancouver
June 15, 2017
Find the Best Things to Do in Granville Island
Granville Island is a popular tourist attraction, but it's also a regular spot locals go to when looking to kill a few hours, or indulge in some treats. Not to mention, there's a large number of residential buildings right outside of the market and elementary schools nearby for the many...
granville island, vancouver
June 13, 2017
Top 5 Waterfalls to Visit in and around Vancouver
There’s something about hiking to a waterfall that’s extremely rewarding. They make for great photographs, they provide a spectacular backdrop for a picnic, and they sometimes even provide an opportunity for a refreshing cool-down shower. In Vancouver and the surrounding areas, there always seems to be a waterfall at the...
hiking, trails, waterfall
