Friday · May 22, 2026
Pacific Boulevard closes through late July for FIFA World Cup prep
A key downtown corridor will shut to vehicle traffic this weekend as Vancouver prepares infrastructure for the summer's FIFA tournament.
Deep Down Inside Invites
Village Studios
KSHMR (19+)
Harbour Event Centre
FOR REAL FRIDAYS 2026
Celebrities Nightclub
Happy Ending Fridays
Fortune Sound Club
Amazon driver's new delivery method caught on camera
an Amazon driver figured out a creative way to handle packages and it's going viral on the subreddit. gotta respect the hustle.
Royal Columbian's new acute care tower opens at month's end
New Westminster's Royal Columbian Hospital will open its Jim Pattison Acute Care Tower on May 31, adding 388 patient beds to serve the broader region.
Three drown in clam-fishing boat capsize off Savary Island
A fishing vessel carrying five men capsized Thursday near Savary Island. Two survivors made it to shore; three did not.
A goose showed up to hang out today
someone brought a goose to chill today and it just vibed — didn't even ask for bread. just hung out enjoying the moment.
Stage 3 water restrictions likely coming to Metro Vancouver in June
Metro Vancouver is preparing for tighter watering restrictions next month as snowpack sits at 23% of normal due to an unusually dry winter.
Maple Ridge Caribbean Festival ends after 25-year run
The Tropical Vibes Music Fest, which celebrated Caribbean culture and music, will not return due to lack of sustainable financial support.
165,000 chickens killed in massive Abbotsford barn fire
Multiple barns caught fire Thursday afternoon in rural Abbotsford, destroying tens of thousands of birds and sending one firefighter to hospital.
Pemberton Station Pub closes June 28 after 40 years
The North Vancouver sports bar has been a working-person's gathering spot since 1986. Manager Cameron Eisner cites rising costs and changing demographics.
Corb Lund
Hollywood Theatre - Vancouver
Show Me The Body with Ingrown, Emma Goldman, SMUTHER
Rickshaw Theatre
Vancouver Symphony Orchestra - Vancouver
Orpheum Theatre - Vancouver
The Scratch
Commodore Ballroom
Sleaford Mods w/ Dazy
The Pearl
Old Mervs
The Fox Cabaret
Old Mervs
Fox Cabaret - Vancouver, BC
Strike Notice Filed in Metro Vancouver Labour Dispute
Greater Vancouver Regional District Employees Union issues 72-hour notice; essential services will not be disrupted.
FIFA Sets $75 Parking Fee for World Cup Games at BC Place
Pre-purchase parking for June matches at Vancouver's World Cup venue is double typical rates. No resale allowed.
Three drown when boat capsizes off Savary Island; two rescued
Five-person vessel overturned in heavy winds Thursday; victims were all from Tla'amin Nation. Two survivors hospitalized.
B.C. nurses clinch historic contract after strike vote
B.C. nurses got a massive win—12% wage hike over four years, better benefits, and funding locked in for patient-to-nurse ratios. That record 98.2% strike mandate actually worked.
TransLink's new trolley buses get four doors and battery tech
Polish-made Solaris buses will replace aging fleet with extra rear door, LED displays, and 20km off-wire range by 2028.
Missing B.C. actor Stewart McLean found dead near Lions Bay
Police say remains of 'Virgin River' actor discovered during search; homicide investigation underway into isolated incident.
West Vancouver impounds Ferrari after 20-year-old 'L' driver caught impaired
Learner driver failed breathalyzer at 2 a.m.; passenger, car owner, also over legal limit. Both face roadside prohibitions; $300,000 Italian sports car held 30 days.
Trout Lake in infrared just dropped and it's wild
someone on the sub posted infrared photos of Trout Lake taken with a full-spectrum converted camera — 590nm and 720nm filters making the whole lake look like an alien...
Surrey Food Bank receives $200K truck donation at community event
Firefighters present specialized vehicle at Fill the Bay gathering. Event featured entertainment, food trucks, and fundraising support Thursday.
Vancouver's city clerk, deputy clerk exit suddenly; no explanation given
Katrina Leckovic and Tina Penney depart Thursday after years in governance roles. City cites personnel matters; councillors express concern about timing.
Federal government covers $1.1M tax bill for Laval corruption recovery
Ottawa intervenes after Quebec city faced unexpected tax on funds recovered from jailed ex-mayor. Settlement protects residents from bearing burden of fraud restitution.
29 ice cream shops across Vancouver and the Lower Mainland
From liquid nitrogen scoops to 238-flavor gelato shops, a guide to the best frozen dessert destinations as summer approaches.
SkyTrain beam work closes Surrey highway lanes through fall
Overnight traffic stoppages on Fraser Highway from 168 to 184 Street will occur Sunday through Thursday nights as crews install guideway beams for the Surrey-Langley line.
Surrey council to approve $3M fleet renewal
Council votes Monday on purchasing 15 trucks and three vans to replace aging vehicles that have reached the end of their service life.
VPD won't patrol Vancouver beaches this summer
After parks funding cuts, police say officers will respond to calls but will not actively patrol city beaches during peak season.
Steel & Oak marks 12 years with community parking lot party
New Westminster brewery hosts all-ages anniversary celebration June 20, featuring 12+ beers, vinyl DJs, vintage market, and family-friendly programming.
Metro Vancouver unions set strike deadline for Sunday
A 72-hour strike notice filed by regional district workers signals possible job action as early as 3:36 p.m. Sunday, affecting water and sewer services.
Hudson's Bay Building Heads to Redevelopment with Onni
Vancouver's iconic downtown flagship store shifts hands with massive potential for mixed-use transformation.
Canucks Face Five Hard Decisions This Offseason
New management under the Sedins and Ryan Johnson must navigate captaincy, star players, and a rebuild.