Thursday · Jul 16, 2026
Video Party opens on Main Street, celebrating physical media with VHS, vinyl, and parties
A new store at the historic Ellis Building curates '80s and '90s nostalgia through VHS tapes, vintage memorabilia, and movie-night events.
East Van woman describes hate-motivated assault, lack of police follow-up
A transgender woman says she was attacked on public transit after a man took issue with her shirt, and that authorities did little despite previous harassment.
West Van council wants tougher rules on derelict building sites left abandoned for years
Councillors are pushing for stricter enforcement on half-finished construction projects that sit incomplete for extended periods, some for over a decade.
Lost keys in Fairview
someone lost a big bundle of keys (8-10 various types) on a black locking carabiner near Fairview Hospital — probably around west 11th between Oak and Spruce, or west 10th...
Vancouver FIFA World Cup stores slashing prices as festival winds down
With the tournament ending this weekend, official FIFA stores across Vancouver are clearing inventory at deep discounts before closing.
North Vancouver man fined $300K for gambling away investors' cash
A North Vancouver investment scheme collected $200K from 14 investors but spent over $146K on gambling, personal expenses, and gifts to friends.
Slash Need, Sundress
The Cobalt Cabaret
B.C. court certifies nationwide class action against e-cigarette maker JUUL
The lawsuit alleges JUUL deceptively marketed its products as safe and conspired to addict a new generation to nicotine. Case covers all Canadian users since 2018.
Gringo reopens original Gastown location at Blood Alley after months-long closure
The 'white trash taco' spot is back at 27 Blood Alley Square with new ownership and a new family member on staff.
Stitch - Tour Homecoming + Feeding A Fed Horse Launch Party
The Pearl
RCMP warn of fraudulent letters impersonating police, demanding fines within 24 hours
Scam letters claim to be from the RCMP's National Cybercrime Coordination Centre and falsely accuse recipients of criminal offences to extort payment.
Sushi Mahana's sake lounge pairs Japanese tradition with B.C. ingredients on Monday evenings
Owner Yuki Aida leads intimate tastings in Lower Lonsdale, featuring five sakes paired with seasonal dishes that showcase both Japanese and Pacific Northwest flavours.
Chris Estrada
Rick Bronson's House of Comedy BC
Come From Away - Vancouver
Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage
Port of Vancouver expansion referred to federal Major Projects Office for faster permitting
The feds are accelerating approval for the port to boost container capacity by 50 percent over the next decade, including the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 project.
Lost glasses case Triumph and Boundary
glasses case spotted at Triumph and Boundary last night — left it by the lamp post if you're missing a pair.
Star Wars - The Return of the Jedi in Concert - Vancouver
Orpheum Theatre - Vancouver
71 affordable rental homes open in Coquitlam near Lougheed Town Centre
The project at 315 Alderson Avenue delivers 40 units secured by BC Housing and 31 operated by Lookout Housing, all at below-market rents or affordable rates.
La Tana on Commercial Drive launches Volpe di Notte, a late-night happy hour for summer
Caffè La Tana's new 9 p.m. program offers 50% off signature dishes and wine, rotating bottles weekly for evening diners.
Alex Edler returns to Canucks as player development coach, replacing Sedins' role
The longtime defenceman is back in a coaching capacity after working with prospects at development camp. Canucks still searching for AHL head coach.
JJ Bean Too Good to Go bag available Davie Yaletown
a JJ Bean bag on Davie is up for grabs if you can pick it up before 5pm today — Too Good to Go deals are packed, someone's missing out.
Granville Street sewer project in Marpole reaches completion after $20M upgrade
The year-long infrastructure work separated combined sewers into stormwater and sanitary systems, increasing capacity for rainfall and future growth.
Amber Listening Bar opens on Powell Street with Japanese kissa tradition, B.C. ingredients
New intimate venue combines Japanese philosophy with Pacific Northwest cuisine and vinyl-only music. Chef Ryan Mills helms a menu focused on careful sourcing.
Vancouver Whitecaps-Chicago Fire match postponed due to wildfire smoke air quality
Poor air quality from northern wildfires forced the MLS game to move from Thursday to October 6. Lewandowski's Chicago debut is rescheduled.
B.C. establishes first-ever ash-dispersal site at Delta's Fraser Viewpoint for cultural funeral rites
The dedicated waterfront space addresses a long-standing need for South Asian and other communities to honour their dead according to cultural traditions without travelling overseas.
Former North Vancouver investment advisor fined $5,750 for violating securities ban
Marcel Anil Rada, 60, pleaded guilty to acting as an officer or director of a company despite a permanent ban imposed by the B.C. Securities Commission in 2017.
Buttercrumbs opens pop-up café in downtown Vancouver's Bentall Centre
The team behind Vancouver's beloved butter cookies has softly launched a new storefront offering their signature flavours alongside a curated drink selection.
Soccer star Sam Adekugbe weds at Vancouver City Hall after stepping back from competitive play
The Vancouver Whitecaps FC defender exchanged vows July 9, in a micro-wedding ceremony, taking a year off from football to focus on personal life.
Surrey police seek two suspects in early-morning car vandalism spree that damaged nine vehicles
Two males with slim builds used clubs or bats to break windows of nine parked vehicles in the Newton neighbourhood around 5 a.m. Wednesday, July 15. CCTV footage has been released.
Touk brings contemporary Cambodian cuisine to Vancouver's Alberni Street dining scene
Chef Chanthy Yen's fully owner-funded restaurant landed in the Georgia Straight's top three for Best New Restaurant just six months after opening, drawing Cambodian diaspora...
Vancouver Canucks face 14 late-night games this season as daylight saving ends
B.C.'s shift away from clock changes means Saturday starts at 8 p.m. PT for the first time, affecting fan schedules across the regular season.
Day parole granted to former Vancouver police officer convicted of killing two women
Brock Graham, 66, will live in a halfway house and must report any relationships with women and avoid dating sites.
Iridescent cloud spotted over Vancouver tonight
Rainbow iridescent cloud hung over the city tonight. Locals posting photos from all over.
Cyclospora cases in B.C. remain at typical levels despite U.S. outbreak surge
B.C. has reported 93 cases this year as of July 16, but health officials are monitoring the situation closely.
Data centre hearing set for Hootsuite HQ on July 23
Public hearing coming July 23 for a proposed data centre at 111 E 5th Ave, the old Hootsuite headquarters. Could be a big deal for that block.
Surrey exceeds housing target with nearly 14,000 new units in two and a half years
The city has issued 13,844 net new housing units, surpassing its 13,000-unit Housing Action Plan target.
Vancouver teen pushes federal government to fund endometriosis education in schools
Elize Nocente's e-petition has garnered over 600 signatures calling for a national curriculum on the condition affecting two million Canadians.
Metro Vancouver expands popular Minnekhada park in Coquitlam
Metro Vancouver is expanding Minnekhada park in Coquitlam. More trails and parking coming soon.
B.C. government seeks to seize two White Rock homes linked to organized crime
Property valued at $6.36 million is targeted in connection with alleged drug trafficking across the U.S.-Canada border.
Wild Blue's August long-table dinner pairs West Coast cuisine with 50 Best honorees
Whistler restaurant partners with Keefer Bar and Mission Hill Family Estate for an August 16 multi-course event.
Motorcyclist with learner's permit caught speeding nearly 180 km/h on Sea to Sky
The incident comes just one week after another motorcyclist died while speeding on the same highway.
West Vancouver's Binning House listed for $5.25M as Canada's most important architectural home
The 85-year-old house, a National Historic Site, pioneered West Coast Modernism and is being sold by the realtor who restored it after years of neglect.
