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HighOnCity · The Vancouver Archive

Thursday · May 14, 2026

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Vancouver mayor 'objectively harassed' city councillor, Reddit weighs in

Local subreddit discusses investigation findings on mayoral conduct

Reddit's Vancouver community is actively discussing the independent investigation into Mayor Ken Sim's conduct toward Councillor Sean Orr, with the investigation concluding the...

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Tenant's cat litter mishap costs B.C. condo owner nearly $55,000

Reddit users debate responsibility after plumbing disaster from flushed litter

A heated discussion on Reddit centres on a B.C. condo dispute where a tenant's decision to flush cat litter down the toilet resulted in significant plumbing damage costing the...

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Neighborhoods

Colourful soccer ball art installation debuts above Robson Square

'Soccerscape' celebrates FIFA World Cup nations competing in Vancouver

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News Brief

Legally Blonde prequel show to film across Metro Vancouver

Production will shut down streets as iconic fashion comedy returns to screen

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Kits Beach celebrates refreshed basketball courts with vibrant new look

Park Board unveils renovated courts featuring new hoops, backboards, and colourful paint scheme

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Vancouver mayor submits motion to ease climate bylaws for affordability

Ken Sim seeks to cut back housing and energy regulations as council weighs affordability trade-offs

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Black bear released without charges after East Vancouver arrest

Vancouver police safely apprehend animal near Commercial Drive early Tuesday morning

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Granville Bridge death sparks renewed calls for suicide barriers

Mental health advocates and Granville Island officials push prevention infrastructure after fatal fall

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Mount Pleasant renters fear eviction amid hotel rezoning proposal

Long-term residents of 29-unit building face displacement as Broadway plan moves forward

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The Lead

Metro Vancouver fire protection at risk amid drought and pipeline delays

Water supply pressures create 'perfect storm' threatening firefighting capabilities across region

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The Lead

Recall petition issued against OneBC legislator Dallas Brodie

Elections BC approves formal petition after application stated Brodie unfit to represent riding

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B.C. 911 operators vote overwhelmingly in favour of strike

Emergency communications workers cite staffing shortages and unsustainable workload in 95% strike authorization vote

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The Lead

Vancouver mayor violated code of conduct, harassed councillor: investigation

Independent probe finds Ken Sim misused office influence to personally attack Sean Orr with antisemitism allegations

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OneCity, COPE mobilize for October election with candidate announcements

Vancouver's civic parties ramp up campaigns five months ahead of municipal vote

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Throwback: Vancouver restaurant's heartwarming Covid-era takeout note

Community shares memories of kindness during early pandemic days

A Vancouver resident shared a throwback photo of a note included with their first takeout order during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic. The post reflects on the human...

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Lost Fujifilm camera on SkyTrain between Burrard and Waterfront stations

Local photographer seeks help locating XT4 with lens and black strap

A Reddit user is seeking help locating a Fujifilm XT4 camera with lens and black strap that was left somewhere between the Burrard and Waterfront SkyTrain stations. The post is...

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Neighborhoods

Strata ordered to pay homeowner for failing to address noisy smoking neighbors

B.C. Civil Resolution Tribunal awards $12,000 damages for bylaw enforcement failure

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Neighborhoods

Science World receives FIFA-inspired redesign ahead of World Cup

Iconic geodesic dome gets temporary aesthetic upgrade for international tournament

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News Brief

Free ticket giveaway: Blue Heron screening with director Q&A at Rio Theatre

Director available for audience discussion after tonight's 6:30 p.m. showing

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Web Summit Vancouver 2026 draws 20,000+ attendees representing 29% growth

Second annual conference brings tech leaders and innovators from over 100 countries to city

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Stuart Copeland brings 'Have I Said Too Much?' spoken word show to Vancouver

The Police drummer and Spyro the Dragon composer performs intimate talk event

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Eat & Drink

Popeyes Chicken closes first Vancouver location after less than 3 years

Louisiana-based chain exits market citing business challenges in downtown core

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Black Eyed Peas member spotted at Haliná restaurant in East Village

Musician apl.de.ap dines at recently opened venue during Vancouver visit for Web Summit

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Neighborhoods

Ông Bà Vietnamese Eatery relocates to larger Coquitlam space

Nearly decade-old Denman Street favorite reopens in expanded venue this summer

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Green Party confirms four Vancouver City Council candidates for October election

Annette Reilly, Camil Dumont, Bridget Burns, Stephanie Tam selected from six-candidate pool

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TransLink proposes new Stanley Park bus route for peak weekends

Waterfront Station service would loop entire 8.5-km perimeter during high-season Saturdays and Sundays

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B.C. privacy adjudicator rules short-term rental addresses stay private

City of Vancouver cannot disclose operator addresses due to privacy concerns, rules OIPC

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Man pleads guilty to manslaughter in fatal Coquitlam pub stabbing

Guilty plea entered in January 2025 incident outside John B Pub on Austin Avenue

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The Lead

Nutanix expands Vancouver presence with hundreds of AI-focused jobs

U.S. tech giant commits to long-term investment in engineering and cloud computing roles

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The Lead

Rogers spends $5M on 5G network boost ahead of FIFA World Cup

Temporary cell towers and light-based facilities to enhance coverage in Downtown Vancouver

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Vancouver rents continue dropping despite remaining highest in Canada

One-bedroom median rent falls 6% year-over-year to $2,370 in April

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Broadway tower pivots from medical care to hotel amid delays

Nearly finished tower at Broadway and Birch takes new direction after extended construction timeline

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Vancouver's fractured political landscape five months from election

Crowded field of candidates vying for support in October 2026 civic vote

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Neighborhoods

Whale spotted near Vanier Park in English Bay

Another marine mammal sighting adds to recent uptick of whales near Vancouver waterfront

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Neighborhoods

West Vancouver backtracks on Ambleside paid parking plan

Municipality reverses controversial decision on waterfront beach area

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Grouse Mountain celebrates 100 years at the Peak

Year-round alpine experiences including outdoor movie nights with scenic backdrop

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15 fun things to do this long weekend in Metro Vancouver

Cloverdale Rodeo, Shipyards Night Market, and more events May 15–18

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Eat & Drink

Ask for Luigi, Beaucoup Bakery join Time Out Market

Top local food vendors confirmed for Oakridge Park's hotly anticipated culinary hub

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Eat & Drink

New 'House of Yogurt' opens in Yaletown

Meros House of Yogurt brings fresh dining concept to vibrant downtown neighborhood

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Metro Vancouver warns of tougher water restrictions ahead

Early lawn watering ban signals drought risk with snowpack significantly below normal for summer

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Man pleads guilty in fatal Coquitlam pub brawl

33-year-old receives guilty plea in death outside establishment

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Rogers invests $5M in 5G+ network upgrade for BC Place

Infrastructure investment ahead of FIFA World Cup to boost connectivity for stadium fans and transit hubs

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Nearly decade-old Vietnamese eatery moving to larger Coquitlam space

Ông Bà Vietnamese Eatery closes Denman location, opens summer expansion to build on family legacy

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The Lead

Time Out Market Vancouver reveals final restaurant lineup

Oakridge Park opening May 28 with 20 kitchens, dessert, and coffee counter in hotly anticipated food hub

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Horror film 'Backrooms' shot at Vancouver motel

A24 production releasing May 29 features local retro location in thriller starring Chiwetel Ejiofor

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Green Party confirms four Vancouver City Council candidates

Party selects quartet for October 2026 civic election including Annette Reilly

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City, B.C., First Nations push to save Whitecaps

Joint statement released after high-level meeting at Fairmont Pacific Rim to keep MLS team in Vancouver

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Canucks name Johnson GM, Sedins as co-presidents

Major leadership shake-up announced at Rogers Arena as franchise rebuilds front office