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Vancouver on the Cheap: Hot One Inch Action

Vancouver on the Cheap: Hot One Inch Action

If you were to create a Venn diagram where one circle was labeled "cheap" and the other labeled "awesome", the middle point where they cross over could be labeled "Vancouver on the Cheap".
Kickstart THIS: 7 Kids photography project

Kickstart THIS: 7 Kids photography project

Kickstarter recently opened up to Canadian-based projects and we've been shining some light on Vancouver-based one that we think you should consider putting some money into.

Sweet Sweets - Daily Photo #979

Every day we publish a photo from the Instagram hashtag ( #vancouverisawesome ) shot by you and your friends in this great city of ours. Today's photo comes from @sweetiepinkd who captured some sweets.
High Fiving Celebrities: Kimberly Caldwell!

High Fiving Celebrities: Kimberly Caldwell!

Hey American singer, actress, and television hostess, Kimberly Caldwell , who we were first introduced to during the second season of American Idol! High five, Kimberly Caldwell! Kimberly's in town because...
Vancouver People Project Volume 16-Clara Shandler

Vancouver People Project Volume 16-Clara Shandler

Many times a day, the people you see crossing the street or meet in your travels make you smile and wonder, “What is their life like? What is their story?” A photographer is compelled to capture these individuals’ image to communicate their unique st
THE PROOF - OLA VOLO

THE PROOF - OLA VOLO

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.
Forest and Waves to open up shop in Chinatown

Forest and Waves to open up shop in Chinatown

Vancouver Is Awesome is a proud sponsor of The Chinatown Experiment , a storefront dedicated to pop ups which provides anyone that has an idea and the desire to bring it to life with the opportunity to make it happen.

Hello Friendo - Daily Photo #978

Every day we publish a photo from the Instagram hashtag ( #vancouverisawesome ) shot by you and your friends in this great city of ours. Today's photo comes from @oliviaheadpieces who captured "Hello Friendo.
THE INSEAM VOL. 83: MAISON FILIPI

THE INSEAM VOL. 83: MAISON FILIPI

Vancouver is home to a thriving fashion industry made up of individuals committed to its growth and success. Get to know these personalities in The Inseam and discover what makes the Vancouver Fashion scene so awesome.
7 books that will make great gifts (okay, okay... 9)

7 books that will make great gifts (okay, okay... 9)

Straight from the V.I.A. library (my office!), here are 7 new books written by local authors and/or released by local publishers which you might want to consider buying a loved one this holiday season. FOR YOUR MOM/AUNT/ANYONE OVER 45: 1.
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