History

A city in B.C. has an actual civic holiday called Wrestling Day

It's a long-held tradition

Jan 3, 2023 10:49 AM Read more >

Vancouver Now & Then: The Burns Block in 1927 and 2020

The building dates back to 1909, and is entering a new chapter now.

Dec 30, 2022 6:30 AM Read more >

Vancouver Now & Then: This Hastings Street corner used to be home to more than just coffee

There was even an accordion school here!

Dec 23, 2022 6:30 AM Read more >

Vancouver Now & Then: A sign of the times on this East Broadway corner

Isn't history a slice?

Dec 16, 2022 6:30 AM Read more >

Images: These old recipes collected in Vancouver offer a slice of the city's past

From potato scones to "a nice cake for children"

Dec 13, 2022 7:52 AM Read more >

Vancouver cold case files: The nightclub murders - Barbara Larocque

22-year-old Barbara was dragged into a car outside the Syndicate Club on Howe Street where she worked as a go-go dancer.

Dec 9, 2022 12:33 PM Read more >

Vancouver Now & Then: A former brothel on Alexander Street

Alexander Street was renowned for its brothels in the early 1900s.

Dec 9, 2022 11:32 AM Read more >

What did vegetarians eat 115 years ago? This historic Vancouver menu has answers

Want some nut cream toast or a nut sandwich?

Dec 5, 2022 2:57 PM Read more >

Vancouver Now & Then: A sunny day at Kitsilano Beach in 1914 and 2021

For those in search of a sunny break from the snowy weather...

Dec 2, 2022 9:49 AM Read more >

A boat once got towed around by a fish on the Fraser for almost an hour

They needed a bigger boat

Nov 28, 2022 1:16 PM Read more >