Events and Entertainment

THE PROOF is a weekly roundup showcasing local creatives. A column for creatives to share their story and work, in a unique, concise format: each creative shows 8 pictures and answers 8 questions.

The Vancouver International Jazz Festival kicks off this weekend, bringing incredible artists like Ms. Lauryn Hill, Soil & "Pimp" Sessions, and Japanese pianist/composer Hiromi to our city.

This week is National Pollinator Week and we’re in the mood to celebrate.

Every week our friends at The Georgia Straight provide us with a preview of what you’ll see on – and in – their paper that week.

Another one from Nardwuar this week! He caught up with Cherry Glazerr at Levitation and produced this...

The founders of the SIDEWALK supper project share their stories as they connect with people living on the streets. This week, meet some of the people who prove that kindness still exists.

Photo: Sam Leung Ten years ago, I married myself at a frothy white, beachside ceremony with six other fabulous women. We laughed, cried, paraded through Vancouver in the back of a Cadillac convertible and spilled champagne all over our gowns.

Today's dog featured in Dogtown Vancouver is June Bug, Jennette's pup. Here's what she had to say about her... NAME: June Bug. BREED: Bospin (half Boston Terrier half Miniature Pinscher). HOOD: Yaletown. FAVOURITE SNACK: BBQ Chicken.

Our friend Nardwuar chatted with John Dwyer of Thee Oh Sees at the Levitation Vancouver festival. Enjoy!

Vancouver Symphony composer in residence Jocelyn Morlock reminds us that experiencing a live performance is so much more than a recorded experience. Jocelyn introduces us to a newly designed instrument the "Lumiphone" by Benton Roark. https://www.