Major Holiday Events Kick Off in Metro Vancouver
Metro Vancouver's festive season begins this weekend with major holiday events. Discover the 2024 Shipyards Christmas Market and other seasonal attractions across the region.
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Man charged in racist Metro Vancouver transit attacks
Transit Police charge suspect in multiple racially motivated assaults on Metro Vancouver public transit. Authorities confirm attacks were random and hate-driven.
Vancouver's Festive Choir Guide: Holiday Concerts 2025
Discover Vancouver's vibrant choral music scene this holiday season. Our guide features must-see concerts from Elektra Women's Choir, Vancouver Bach Choir, and Handel's Messiah performances.
Prime British Properties House Sells for $3M
A 1970s West Vancouver home in the prestigious British Properties sold for $3,000,000, featuring six bedrooms, sweeping views, and an outdoor pool.
Vancouver's PNE Amphitheatre costs triple to $183M
Vancouver's PNE Amphitheatre budget has nearly tripled to $183 million, raising questions about accountability and major project management in Canadian municipalities.
Poll: Vancouver split on megacity, supports Langley merger
A new Research Co. poll reveals Metro Vancouver is evenly divided on creating a megacity, while showing strong 70% support for merging the Langleys. Discover the regional divides.
2025 Metro Vancouver Christmas Lights Map & List
Discover the brightest Christmas light displays across Metro Vancouver for 2025. Help us build our interactive map by submitting your festive home decoration!
Vancouver's Celebration of Light Cancelled Due to Funding
Vancouver's beloved Celebration of Light fireworks show is cancelled for good after 2025 due to a severe funding shortfall and rising costs, ending a summer tradition dating back to 1992.
PNE Amphitheatre costs surge to $184M for FIFA World Cup
The budget for Vancouver's PNE amphitheatre renewal has skyrocketed to nearly $184 million, tripling original estimates as the city prepares to host FIFA World Cup events. Learn about the cost escalation and project details.
Vancouver approves $2.39B budget, freezes property tax
Vancouver City Council approves a $2.39 billion operating budget for 2026, implementing a property tax freeze and significant cost-saving measures. Discover the details and implications of this major financial shift.
Vancouver Park Board raises parking and program fees
Vancouver Park Board announces increased fees for parking, programs and facilities under new 'Zero Means Zero' budget strategy. Learn how these changes affect residents.
Just For Laughs Vancouver 10th Anniversary Lineup
Vancouver's Just For Laughs festival celebrates its 10th anniversary in February 2026 with over 100 shows featuring James Acaster, Michelle Buteau, and more. Get tickets now!
Jean Drapeau's REM Vision Realized After 60 Years
The new REM Deux-Montagnes line fulfills former Montreal mayor Jean Drapeau's 1961 vision of converting the commuter rail into a surface metro. Discover the decades-long journey.
Rainfall warning for Metro Vancouver and Vancouver Island
Environment Canada issues rainfall warning for Metro Vancouver and parts of Vancouver Island with heavy downpours expected throughout Saturday. Stay prepared for potential flooding.
Rainfall Warning: B.C. South Coast Faces Heavy Soaking
Metro Vancouver and Vancouver Island under rainfall warning with up to 100 mm expected. Driving hazards and road flooding anticipated. Stay informed and travel safely.
Vancouver councillors oppose Metro wastewater plan
Vancouver city councillors are pushing back against Metro Vancouver's liquid waste management plan, citing concerns over costs and environmental impact. Learn about the debate.
Surrey Tree Lighting & Vancouver Weekend Events Guide
Discover Surrey's Tree Lighting Festival, Eastside Culture Crawl and exciting Metro Vancouver weekend events. Plan your perfect weekend in British Columbia!
Large industrial fire in North Delta, smoke plumes visible
Firefighters are battling a major blaze at a former mill site in North Delta. Considerable smoke is impacting the area. Avoid the region and stay indoors if you smell smoke.
Vancouver Housing Crisis Worsens Amid Approval Delays
Metro Vancouver's housing affordability crisis persists as lengthy approval processes and government fees hinder construction despite falling home prices. Learn about the Fraser Institute's findings.
Lansdowne Mall Redevelopment Passes Initial Hurdle
Richmond's Lansdowne Centre mall will transform into a massive mixed-use community with 24 towers and park space. Discover how this project will reshape the city.
$10 Gap Between B.C. Minimum and Living Wage
Over 700,000 low-wage workers in British Columbia face impossible choices as the gap between minimum wage and living wage reaches $10 per hour in Metro Vancouver.
TransLink activates winter weather preparedness plan
TransLink implements comprehensive winter strategy to keep Vancouver moving during snow season. Learn how the transit system prepares for challenging weather conditions.
Metro posts $217M fourth-quarter profit
Canadian grocery and drugstore retailer Metro Inc. reports strong $217 million profit in Q4 2025. Discover how the retailer performed amid competitive market conditions.
TransLink winter weather preparations for Vancouver
TransLink advises Vancouver riders to prepare for approaching winter conditions. Learn essential tips for safe commuting during snow and cold weather in Metro Vancouver.
$10 Gap Between BC Living Wage and Minimum Wage
New report reveals BC's living wage reaches $27.85, creating a $10 gap with minimum wage that affects 500,000 Metro Vancouver workers struggling with basic costs.
Montreal Blue Line Metro Tunnel Machine Arrives
Montreal's long-awaited Blue Line metro expansion takes a major step forward as the massive tunnel boring machine arrives. The project promises to transform public transportation on November 16, 2025.
REM's Deux-Montagnes Line Opens for Free Weekend
Hundreds experience the new REM Deux-Montagnes branch during its free public opening weekend, marking Montreal's largest transit expansion since 1966.
Montreal STM Strike Canceled After Last-Minute Deal
A planned 48-hour shutdown of Montreal's STM transit system has been canceled after the union and management reached a last-minute agreement Friday night, avoiding major disruptions for thousands of commuters.
Montreal mayor seeks STM deal before strike deadline
Montreal Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada is pushing for a last-minute agreement to avert a weekend transit strike. Get the latest on the negotiations and potential impacts.
New Schools Coming to Metro Vancouver as Demand Grows
BC Premier David Eby announces new schools for Langley Township on November 13, 2025, acknowledging the need for more educational infrastructure in Metro Vancouver.
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