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Strathcona: Buddhist temple provides solace in ever-changing world

Strathcona: Buddhist temple provides solace in ever-changing world

Although Strathcona carries a strong image of a working class monoculture, the shadow of a mostly forgotten community still lingers.
Sweet Spot: At the Chinatown Night Market, save room for dessert

Sweet Spot: At the Chinatown Night Market, save room for dessert

Sink your teeth into wheel cakes, egg waffles, deep-fried Pop Tarts, ginger-lime caramels

Strathcona: The neighbourhood at a glance

As Vancouvers oldest residential neighbourhood, Strathcona has a long and rich history that is stained with soot, fire and grinding poverty.

Powell Street overpass work starts Monday

Construction to improve movement of goods and people to last a year.

Strathcona: Life in Canada comes with bitter taste

Mexican couple struggles to make a living at cafe

Strathcona: DIY shop mimics homesteader traditions

Emporium offers info on heritage skills, pickling

Developing Story: Wide West End laneways eyed for rental housing

West End laneways are the widest in Vancouver, measuring 33 feet compared to most others in the city, which are typically 20 feet.

Strathcona: Philippine Women Centre looks to re-open

Facility helps Filipino women with immigration and job issues

Community Calendar: Lead up to Powell Street Festival starts with Orientique

CHINATOWN The 36th Powell Street Festival takes place Aug.

Strathcona: Elite first responders lose funding

If and when the Big One hits Vancouver and experts say there is more than a one in 10 chance of a major earthquake hitting the city in the next 50 years the first responders on the scene are expected to be members of the Heavy Urban Search and Rescue
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