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Escape into a tropical-themed holiday wonderland at this Vancouver landmark

Vancouver’s iconic Bloedel Conservatory in Queen Elizabeth Park is marking a milestone birthday this year as they hit the big 5-0 .

Nov 23, 2019 1:52 PM Read more >

Get your shuffle on at this holiday-themed fun run for charity

Stanley Park will be a sea of red and green next month when hundreds of people dressed as Santa and his elves show up to shuffle for charity.

Nov 23, 2019 9:46 AM Read more >

This program helps make Christmas a little brighter for Vancouver seniors

Be a Santa to a Senior runs Nov. 22 to Dec. 18

Nov 22, 2019 10:40 AM Read more >

This Vancouver charity is fundraising for a shower truck to help the homeless

A small Vancouver charity is fundraising to create a shower truck to help people experiencing homelessness on the Downtown Eastside.

Nov 22, 2019 9:22 AM Read more >

Help raise funds for B.C. burns survivors at the first-ever Santa Run in Vancouver

Hundreds of runners disguised as jolly Saint Nick will run through Stanley Park later this month in support of the B.C. Professional Fire Fighters’ Burn Fund.

Nov 17, 2019 6:58 AM Read more >

Aunt Leah’s tree lot celebrates 25 years in Vancouver

The annual Christmas tree lots open Nov. 21 and volunteers are needed

Nov 16, 2019 2:37 PM Read more >

Kids Help Phone Homes for the Holidays supports a good cause

Do you love visiting beautifully decorated homes over the holiday season? Then this event is for you.

Nov 16, 2019 4:00 AM Read more >

This adorable kitten came into the Vancouver SPCA with a badly injured leg (VIDEO & PHOTOS)

The BC SPCA Vancouver Branch is asking the public for donations after an adorable kitten came in with a badly injured front leg.

Nov 13, 2019 12:53 PM Read more >

Legendary Vancouver gelato shop sets Guinness World Record for number of flavours

“When we first opened in 1982, we were just a small Italian Sports bar serving 20 flavours in East Vancouver,” begins La Casa Gelato’s backstory .

Nov 13, 2019 12:17 PM Read more >

Where to pay your respects in Vancouver on Remembrance Day

There are events honouring veterans taking place across the city Nov. 11

Nov 10, 2019 7:00 AM Read more >