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Sister remembers Squamish base jumper who died on his 969th jump

Sister remembers Squamish base jumper who died on his 969th jump

The base jumping community is mourning the death of a Squamish athlete who previously made local headlines for launching off the iconic KL Tower in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, in 2015. Mike Racicot died on July 26 in Switzerland, his sister told The Chief. It was his 969th jump.
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Here's your chance to see these amazing tapestries made by 82-year-old Vancouver artist

Here's your chance to see these amazing tapestries made by 82-year-old Vancouver artist

A new exhibit will give Vancouverites the unique opportunity to check out some of local senior fibre artist Sola Fielder's incredible place-based tapestries.
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Free YVR Chill Out fest features live music and family fun--in the flight path

Free YVR Chill Out fest features live music and family fun--in the flight path

The Vancouver International Airport is gearing up for its third annual YVR Chill Out park party on Saturday. The day sees Larry Berg Flight Path Park, a green space along the Fraser River ideal for plane spotting, festooned with tents, decorations and a stage featuring live music.
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How a Romanian pop singer’s quirky "Vancouver Song" became a viral hit

How a Romanian pop singer’s quirky "Vancouver Song" became a viral hit

The lyrics celebrate Vancouver’s natural beauty and are filled with boundless optimism for the future — “This is the place where I want to grow up and fulfill my dreams” is the hook behind the catchy pre-chorus.
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PHOTO: Soaking in the sun in the West End

PHOTO: Soaking in the sun in the West End

Our Daily Photo #2836 is from zeekayphotography who took this shot of a sunny West End.
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25 vintage photos of Playland and the PNE's first half-century

25 vintage photos of Playland and the PNE's first half-century

Check out these images from the Vancouver Archives and the Vancouver Public Library that show a slice of life from Playland and the PNE from its first half-century (and some), from 1910 to 1965.
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PHOTO: Hazy Sunsets

PHOTO: Hazy Sunsets

Our Daily Photo #2835 is from brayder who took this shot of the hazy sunsets we've been having this week. The sunsets have looked insane all the way to non-existent because of the harsh layer of smoke covering BC.
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Vancouver artist of removed Macdonald statue says it was never intended as a monument

Vancouver artist of removed Macdonald statue says it was never intended as a monument

The man who created a controversial statue of John A. Macdonald says he's pleased it's sparking a conversation about the country's horrific treatment of Indigenous Peoples, but there should have been public consultation on its removal.
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The best ways to enjoy Tofino with kids

The best ways to enjoy Tofino with kids

While you might be fine with a book and soaking up the sun on the shore, or a crack-of-dawn kayak ride, travellers with shorter legs and attention spans might need something else. Here are some of the best ways to enjoy Tofino with kids.
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PHOTO: Paddling on Pitt Lake

PHOTO: Paddling on Pitt Lake

Our Daily Photo #2834 is from jacvill who took this shot while paddling along Pitt Lake. Us searching for waterfalls ???? . . . . . Location: Pitt Lake . . . . . . .
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