Wednesday · Aug 12, 2026
Butchart Gardens cancels fireworks show Saturday due to B.C. wildfire state of emergency
The Brentwood Bay attraction cancelled this week's display as wildfire activity escalates. The Temps performance and night illuminations continue as planned.
Burrard Bridge gardens drawing crowds as rumours of paving swirl
The garden under the Burrard Bridge is an absolute delight to savour right now — locals celebrating it on social media as the city-run green space draws visitors. Word around...
B.C. government rejects Conservative claims of massive secret First Nations land transfers
The NDP disputes opposition allegations of a 97,000-square-kilometre handover, clarifying that negotiated land agreements are part of longstanding reconciliation efforts.
Free Caamp tickets going for the taking tonight
Someone's giving away a free ticket to Caamp tonight — DM them on Reddit if you're interested. No catch posted, just someone with a spare.
North Vancouver teen Casey Trotter stars in Disney's Camp Rock 3 filmed in Metro Vancouver
The 15-year-old Lynn Valley resident plays drummer Cliff in the musical franchise's newest installment, which premiered August 13 on Disney Channel.
B.C. legislative committee recommends scrapping planned PST expansion on professional services
The Select Standing Committee on Finance calls for repeal of a tax increase set to take effect October 1, citing concerns about embedded taxes on business costs.
MICHAEL MATHERS - ULTIMATE EMINEM TRIBUTE
The Pearl
Vancouver sportscaster John McKeachie, a 40-year broadcasting legend, has died
McKeachie, 82, was a fixture on BCTV sports for 27 years and hosted Hockey Night in Canada's post-game show. He was inducted into the B.C. Hall of Fame this year.
B.C. physical therapist banned from treating minors during investigation
a B.C. physical therapist has been banned from treating minors while regulators investigate a complaint. the regulator hasn't disclosed details of the complaint.
Tri-City Dust Devils at Vancouver Canadians
Scotiabank Field
CAAMP
Freedom Mobile Arch
Faisal Kapadia
Hollywood Theatre - Vancouver
Caamp
PNE Amphitheatre
Faisal Kapadia
Hollywood Theatre
Man charged with weapons offences after stabbing store sign on Granville Street
A 19-year-old was taken into custody early Wednesday after allegedly knocking over tables and stabbing a store sign with a knife in Vancouver's entertainment district.
Broadway businesses brace for another transit construction wave
Broadway's retail strip is bracing for another round of construction disruption. the Broadway Subway Project continues to reshape the corridor, and businesses are weathering...
Two DFO officers hurt in humpback whale encounter off B.C. coast
Fisheries and Oceans Canada says officers were injured near Calvert Island on Sunday; the agency is working to locate and identify the whale involved.
Power outage in East Vancouver
BC Hydro's got an outage covering East 33rd to East 28th, Windsor to Fraser. Check their website for updates if your area's dark.
Jollibee opening 16 new restaurants across B.C. over next five years
The Filipino chicken franchise signed a multi-unit development agreement in July to expand from four B.C. locations to 20, boosting its Canadian footprint to 54 by 2031.
Official AC/DC PWR/UP Pop Up Vancouver
Commodore Ballroom
Downtown Vancouver 1974 aerial photo from English Bay shows how much has changed
Someone posted an aerial shot of downtown Vancouver from 1974 taken from English Bay—Beach Avenue and Jervis Street visible, the old Tudor Manor apartment building in frame....
Horseshoe Bay ferry terminal marks 75 years since first sailing
The Horseshoe Bay ferry terminal turns 75 today—it opened August 11, 1951, with the M.V. Quillayute running service to Gibson's Landing. That's three-quarters of a century of...
Bat bite on West Vancouver trail prompts rabies alert as summer incidents spike
A visitor bitten Friday on Whyte Lake Trail sought treatment immediately. Medical officials say the uptick is seasonal, but anyone exposed should get checked without delay.
