Thursday · Jun 25, 2026
Premier details rent-to-own condo purchase program targeting regions outside Vancouver
The provincial government will target distressed condos in the Fraser Valley, Vancouver Island, and the Okanagan under a $1.45 billion program developed by the province.
Motorcyclist dies in Main Street and East 10th Avenue collision
A 63-year-old was struck by a hatchback Thursday morning and succumbed to his injuries despite emergency treatment.
Lime launches first e-bike share service in Burnaby
The micromobility company rolled out e-bikes Thursday across central Burnaby, with stations at Metrotown, Edmonds, and Christine Sinclair Community Centre.
A quarter million people have attended FIFA Fan Festival at the PNE
The free festival has surpassed 250,000 attendees as of Thursday, June 25, well ahead of attendance at the four matches held at BC Place Stadium so far.
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Fortune Sound Club
Free OLP tickets up for grabs at the PNE tonight
Someone's giving away two lawn seats to Our Lady Peace at the PNE tonight — the Freedom Mobile arch show. Too good to waste.
Self-defence claim dominates final arguments in RCMP officer killing trial
Defence lawyer argued Thursday that Nicholas Bellemare, 27, believed he was facing armed intruders and acted in self-defence when he shot Const. Rick O'Brien during a Coquitlam...
DON TOLIVER OFFICIAL AFTERPARTY w/ DR MCDANIELS
Celebrities Nightclub
Mr. Arancino closes after FIFA relocations tank sales
The Sicilian food trailer, a Granville Strip fixture for eight years, has shut down after the city's World Cup pedestrian zone made its temporary location unviable.
Battery-electric trucks begin moving cargo at Port of Vancouver
Six zero-emission vehicles are now hauling containers under a pilot program to test whether heavy-duty EVs can handle Canada's busiest port.
Burnaby's Michael J Fox Theatre finds new path forward with extended grant
After weeks of uncertainty, the performing arts venue will remain open until July 2027 while the Burnaby School District searches for a permanent non-profit operator.
Woman praised for bravery after violent stranger assault in Burnaby
Burnaby RCMP are urging residents to be aware of their surroundings after a violent attack in South Burnaby. The victim fought back and the suspect fled.
Don Toliver: Octane Tour
Rogers Arena
Pink Martini
Orpheum Theatre - Vancouver
Pink Martini
Orpheum Theatre
Come From Away - Vancouver
Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage
New Westminster officer charged with breach of trust from 2025 incidents
Const. Hardeep Singh Purba faces two counts related to alleged misconduct that occurred in May 2025. His first court appearance is scheduled for July 22.
Holly Humberstone
Commodore Ballroom
SUMMER STARS
The Pearl
Orcas spotted repeatedly under Lions Gate Bridge and at Stanley Park
Two pods of killer whales have been lingering in Vancouver waters for several days, with residents capturing video from the seawall and boat vantage points.
Michael J Fox Theatre gets $400,000 grant to stay open through July 2027
The City of Burnaby approved additional funding to keep the theatre open while the Burnaby School District searches for a new non-profit operator.
Food vendors thriving at FIFA fan festival in Hastings Park
Rosie's BBQ, La Taqueria and other food businesses are seeing strong sales as thousands of fans gather for World Cup matches at the festival running through August.
B.C. premier details rent-to-own condo plan for first-time buyers
The provincial government plans to buy up to 2,200 unsold condos at discount prices and convert them into no-down-payment rent-to-own housing for working people.
FIFA World Cup 2026™ - FREE VIEWING PARTY
The Pearl
Rosalia Osteria opens Yaletown with house-made pasta, family recipes
Morra brothers debut intimate 33-seat restaurant on Mainland Street named after their grandmother, opening late summer.
Netflix reveals B.C. filming locations for Avatar and other major productions
Four new B.C.-filmed titles now mapped on Netflix in Your Neighbourhood, including Avatar: The Last Airbender Season 2 shot across the province.
Chef Andrew Martin returns to cook Thai with Sainam on July 14
Bangkok-based Somsak chef reunites with Vancouver's Angus An for one-night Isaan dinner; $75 per person with optional beer pairing.
Man dead after altercation in West Vancouver, homicide police investigating
43-year-old victim found at home in Squamish Nation village of X̱wemelch'stn; 35-year-old suspect arrested in Vancouver.
TransLink buses still sweating it out five years after heat dome
Five years after the deadly heat dome, some TransLink services still don't have air conditioning. Summer's gonna be brutal again.
New Loblaws grocery store opens South Granville Friday
19,000-sq.-ft. location at Broadway and Granville marks third City Market in Vancouver, with giveaways for first 250 shoppers.
Two men charged in extortion-related Surrey City Centre shooting
Arman Singh, 21, and Simarjeet Singh, 22, both foreign nationals, face firearms charges after June 11 incident at home near 96 Avenue and 133A Street.
International Football House - June 25th Matches
Good Co. Granville
Free naloxone access is preventing 4 out of 5 overdose deaths in B.C.
New report shows access to free naloxone is saving lives — reversing 80% of potentially fatal overdoses across the province.
Vancouver port gets approval to dredge Burrard Inlet for bigger oil tankers
Port received permission to dredge so larger oil tankers can load more cargo. Decision approved this week.
Iona Beach packed last night for a reason
Crowds showed up at Iona Beach Wednesday evening — people say it's worth the trip if you time it right.
BC Wildfire Service expands night-vision helicopter fleet heading into fire season
Five night-capable helicopters and 12 flight officers are now rostered to detect and attack wildfires after dark using specialized technology.
Granville Street restaurants hit by string of dine-and-dashes
Multiple restaurants on Granville are reporting customers leaving without paying. Staffers saying the hits have been happening regularly.
Humpback Artemis freed after four days entangled in fishing gear
Royal Canadian Navy and Department of Fisheries and Oceans rescue three-year-old whale from crab lines in the Strait of Georgia.
