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Vessi’s Year of the Horse Lunar New Year sneaker is already sold out. 🐴
The red-and-gold Tidal Sneaker launched with Chinatown BBQ, and they’re running a Lucky Draw Feb. 10-14 with a free pair of shoes and an $80 gift card for one winner.
The red-and-gold Tidal Sneaker launched with Chinatown BBQ, and they’re running a Lucky Draw Feb. 10-14 with a free pair of shoes and an $80 gift card for one winner.
February 3, 2026 at 11:03 PM
Vessi’s Year of the Horse Lunar New Year sneaker is already sold out. 🐴
The red-and-gold Tidal Sneaker launched with Chinatown BBQ, and they’re running a Lucky Draw Feb. 10-14 with a free pair of shoes and an $80 gift card for one winner.
The red-and-gold Tidal Sneaker launched with Chinatown BBQ, and they’re running a Lucky Draw Feb. 10-14 with a free pair of shoes and an $80 gift card for one winner.
McDonald’s Canada just launched a Frank’s RedHot collab menu. 🌶️
Starts Feb. 3 with spicy McCrispy and McVeggie sandwiches, a Hot Honey dipping sauce, and Creamy Garlic McMuffins. Limited time at participating locations (also in-app and McDelivery).
Starts Feb. 3 with spicy McCrispy and McVeggie sandwiches, a Hot Honey dipping sauce, and Creamy Garlic McMuffins. Limited time at participating locations (also in-app and McDelivery).
February 3, 2026 at 10:45 PM
McDonald’s Canada just launched a Frank’s RedHot collab menu. 🌶️
Starts Feb. 3 with spicy McCrispy and McVeggie sandwiches, a Hot Honey dipping sauce, and Creamy Garlic McMuffins. Limited time at participating locations (also in-app and McDelivery).
Starts Feb. 3 with spicy McCrispy and McVeggie sandwiches, a Hot Honey dipping sauce, and Creamy Garlic McMuffins. Limited time at participating locations (also in-app and McDelivery).
Parq Casino wants to increase slot machines from 600 to 900 next to BC Place. Council votes Feb. 3 on whether to refer it to a public hearing. Staff report says feedback is mixed and flags problem gambling risk tied to slot expansion.
February 3, 2026 at 10:37 PM
Parq Casino wants to increase slot machines from 600 to 900 next to BC Place. Council votes Feb. 3 on whether to refer it to a public hearing. Staff report says feedback is mixed and flags problem gambling risk tied to slot expansion.
It's only February and Metro Vancouver has another closure. 😥 bit.ly/4tfvMeb
February 3, 2026 at 10:07 PM
It's only February and Metro Vancouver has another closure. 😥 bit.ly/4tfvMeb
Vancouver's got another superstar to add to its concert list. 🤩 bit.ly/49Vl98P
February 3, 2026 at 8:34 PM
Vancouver's got another superstar to add to its concert list. 🤩 bit.ly/49Vl98P
Get ready to grab those tickets! 🎟️ bit.ly/46mbrdl
February 3, 2026 at 7:59 PM
Get ready to grab those tickets! 🎟️ bit.ly/46mbrdl
Vancouverites are looking to New York for mayor inspiration. 🏙️
A new poll has just revealed that 2/3 surveyed Vancouver residents say that the city needs a mayor like New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Overall, 67% of Vancouverites aged 18-34 believed this.
A new poll has just revealed that 2/3 surveyed Vancouver residents say that the city needs a mayor like New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Overall, 67% of Vancouverites aged 18-34 believed this.
February 3, 2026 at 7:10 PM
Vancouverites are looking to New York for mayor inspiration. 🏙️
A new poll has just revealed that 2/3 surveyed Vancouver residents say that the city needs a mayor like New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Overall, 67% of Vancouverites aged 18-34 believed this.
A new poll has just revealed that 2/3 surveyed Vancouver residents say that the city needs a mayor like New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Overall, 67% of Vancouverites aged 18-34 believed this.
B.C. is adding a $20 non-resident surcharge for camping. 🏕️
Starting May 15, 2026, non-B.C. residents pay a $20 flat fee for frontcountry camping, backcountry trips, cabin rentals, and mooring buoys and docks, based on the address on your reservation or at arrival. It’s not a day-use entry fee.
Starting May 15, 2026, non-B.C. residents pay a $20 flat fee for frontcountry camping, backcountry trips, cabin rentals, and mooring buoys and docks, based on the address on your reservation or at arrival. It’s not a day-use entry fee.
February 3, 2026 at 7:03 PM
B.C. is adding a $20 non-resident surcharge for camping. 🏕️
Starting May 15, 2026, non-B.C. residents pay a $20 flat fee for frontcountry camping, backcountry trips, cabin rentals, and mooring buoys and docks, based on the address on your reservation or at arrival. It’s not a day-use entry fee.
Starting May 15, 2026, non-B.C. residents pay a $20 flat fee for frontcountry camping, backcountry trips, cabin rentals, and mooring buoys and docks, based on the address on your reservation or at arrival. It’s not a day-use entry fee.
On Monday, February 16, 'Twilight' stars Ashley Greene, Jackson Rathbone, Kellan Lutz, and Peter Facinelli will be reuniting for an epic event. 🦇
Twilight Special Screening: A Night with the Cullens is your chance to experience the film alongside other fans and its actors!
Twilight Special Screening: A Night with the Cullens is your chance to experience the film alongside other fans and its actors!
February 3, 2026 at 6:32 PM
On Monday, February 16, 'Twilight' stars Ashley Greene, Jackson Rathbone, Kellan Lutz, and Peter Facinelli will be reuniting for an epic event. 🦇
Twilight Special Screening: A Night with the Cullens is your chance to experience the film alongside other fans and its actors!
Twilight Special Screening: A Night with the Cullens is your chance to experience the film alongside other fans and its actors!
"If they do a deal with China, yeah, we'll do something very substantial," said Trump. 🤔
On Saturday, U.S. President Donald Trump told reporters that the U.S. would respond significantly if Canada were to proceed with a trade deal with China.
On Saturday, U.S. President Donald Trump told reporters that the U.S. would respond significantly if Canada were to proceed with a trade deal with China.
February 3, 2026 at 6:20 PM
"If they do a deal with China, yeah, we'll do something very substantial," said Trump. 🤔
On Saturday, U.S. President Donald Trump told reporters that the U.S. would respond significantly if Canada were to proceed with a trade deal with China.
On Saturday, U.S. President Donald Trump told reporters that the U.S. would respond significantly if Canada were to proceed with a trade deal with China.
YVR just posted its biggest year ever. ✈️
Vancouver International Airport says 2025 hit a record 26.9M passengers (+2.7%) and 365,000 tonnes of cargo (+7.4%), with Asia Pacific up 15.6% and U.S. transborder down 7.1%.
Vancouver International Airport says 2025 hit a record 26.9M passengers (+2.7%) and 365,000 tonnes of cargo (+7.4%), with Asia Pacific up 15.6% and U.S. transborder down 7.1%.
February 3, 2026 at 6:13 PM
YVR just posted its biggest year ever. ✈️
Vancouver International Airport says 2025 hit a record 26.9M passengers (+2.7%) and 365,000 tonnes of cargo (+7.4%), with Asia Pacific up 15.6% and U.S. transborder down 7.1%.
Vancouver International Airport says 2025 hit a record 26.9M passengers (+2.7%) and 365,000 tonnes of cargo (+7.4%), with Asia Pacific up 15.6% and U.S. transborder down 7.1%.
Winter never even started for Vancouver. 😅 bit.ly/3Z0grAw
February 3, 2026 at 6:05 PM
Winter never even started for Vancouver. 😅 bit.ly/3Z0grAw
A popular Steveston fried chicken spot is closing Feb. 4, 2026. After 8 years, the owners say the lease is up. They told 604 Now they may reopen in a new location, so this could be a move rather than the end.
February 3, 2026 at 12:40 AM
A popular Steveston fried chicken spot is closing Feb. 4, 2026. After 8 years, the owners say the lease is up. They told 604 Now they may reopen in a new location, so this could be a move rather than the end.
Vancouver’s Rufus Guitar & Drum Shop is now closed. The longtime independent music shop on Commercial Drive shut down at the end of the January, marking the end of a decades-long run serving local musicians with gear, repairs, and lessons.
February 3, 2026 at 12:21 AM
Vancouver’s Rufus Guitar & Drum Shop is now closed. The longtime independent music shop on Commercial Drive shut down at the end of the January, marking the end of a decades-long run serving local musicians with gear, repairs, and lessons.
SeaWheeze is returning for the first time since 2019, with the Sunset Festival landing at Brockton Fields in Stanley Park on Aug. 8, 2026. Half marathon spots are via random draw until Feb. 6, 2026, and festival-only tickets drop Feb. 12. Prices are $325 CAD (half marathon) and $125 CAD (festival).
February 3, 2026 at 12:03 AM
SeaWheeze is returning for the first time since 2019, with the Sunset Festival landing at Brockton Fields in Stanley Park on Aug. 8, 2026. Half marathon spots are via random draw until Feb. 6, 2026, and festival-only tickets drop Feb. 12. Prices are $325 CAD (half marathon) and $125 CAD (festival).
Canada’s total debt load is being pegged at ~3.8x GDP. 💸
The Hub says Canada ranks 4th among 34 OECD countries for combined household, corporate, and government debt at 377% of GDP, which is above the U.S. on that measure.
The Hub says Canada ranks 4th among 34 OECD countries for combined household, corporate, and government debt at 377% of GDP, which is above the U.S. on that measure.
February 2, 2026 at 11:51 PM
Canada’s total debt load is being pegged at ~3.8x GDP. 💸
The Hub says Canada ranks 4th among 34 OECD countries for combined household, corporate, and government debt at 377% of GDP, which is above the U.S. on that measure.
The Hub says Canada ranks 4th among 34 OECD countries for combined household, corporate, and government debt at 377% of GDP, which is above the U.S. on that measure.
Metro Vancouver could allow alcohol year-round in designated areas of select regional parks:
- Boundary Bay Regional Park
- Brunette-Fraser Regional Greenway
- Campbell Valley Regional Park
- Capilano River Regional Park
- Derby Reach Regional Park
- Iona Beach Regional Park
- Boundary Bay Regional Park
- Brunette-Fraser Regional Greenway
- Campbell Valley Regional Park
- Capilano River Regional Park
- Derby Reach Regional Park
- Iona Beach Regional Park
February 2, 2026 at 11:45 PM
Metro Vancouver could allow alcohol year-round in designated areas of select regional parks:
- Boundary Bay Regional Park
- Brunette-Fraser Regional Greenway
- Campbell Valley Regional Park
- Capilano River Regional Park
- Derby Reach Regional Park
- Iona Beach Regional Park
- Boundary Bay Regional Park
- Brunette-Fraser Regional Greenway
- Campbell Valley Regional Park
- Capilano River Regional Park
- Derby Reach Regional Park
- Iona Beach Regional Park
The Hastings and Abbott location shut down on Feb. 1, 2026, with the company citing persistent safety incidents and major losses, including comments that the store lost well over $10 million since opening in 2009.
February 2, 2026 at 10:32 PM
The Hastings and Abbott location shut down on Feb. 1, 2026, with the company citing persistent safety incidents and major losses, including comments that the store lost well over $10 million since opening in 2009.
Concern has been increasing as negotiations between WhiteCaps and PavCo are nowhere near close to have the team play at BC Place. As the 2026 season approaches, worry heightens while the club is still operating under its current, and reportedly financially unfeasible, agreement.
February 2, 2026 at 10:13 PM
Concern has been increasing as negotiations between WhiteCaps and PavCo are nowhere near close to have the team play at BC Place. As the 2026 season approaches, worry heightens while the club is still operating under its current, and reportedly financially unfeasible, agreement.
A new survey by BMO says that two-thirds of millennial Canadians believe saving for retirement is harder now than it was for their parents. Following this was 67% of generation X agreeing, 61% of generation Z, and 60% of boomers. 💸
February 2, 2026 at 9:39 PM
A new survey by BMO says that two-thirds of millennial Canadians believe saving for retirement is harder now than it was for their parents. Following this was 67% of generation X agreeing, 61% of generation Z, and 60% of boomers. 💸
Canada just told the U.S. to stop flirting with Alberta separatists. 🇨🇦
After reports that a separatist group met U.S. officials and is trying to line up support, Canada’s PM said the U.S. needs to respect Canadian sovereignty and stay out of it.
After reports that a separatist group met U.S. officials and is trying to line up support, Canada’s PM said the U.S. needs to respect Canadian sovereignty and stay out of it.
February 2, 2026 at 9:19 PM
Canada just told the U.S. to stop flirting with Alberta separatists. 🇨🇦
After reports that a separatist group met U.S. officials and is trying to line up support, Canada’s PM said the U.S. needs to respect Canadian sovereignty and stay out of it.
After reports that a separatist group met U.S. officials and is trying to line up support, Canada’s PM said the U.S. needs to respect Canadian sovereignty and stay out of it.
Wiarton Willie and Quebec’s Fred la Marmotte both didn’t see their shadows, while Punxsutawney Phil saw his and called for six more weeks of winter. Nova Scotia’s Shubenacadie Sam event was cancelled due to weather and counted as an early-spring call.
February 2, 2026 at 7:59 PM
Wiarton Willie and Quebec’s Fred la Marmotte both didn’t see their shadows, while Punxsutawney Phil saw his and called for six more weeks of winter. Nova Scotia’s Shubenacadie Sam event was cancelled due to weather and counted as an early-spring call.
The future of food delivery could soon be coming to a number of B.C. cities as a demonstration by Serve Robotics allowed people to see what is possible with their robots. On Friday, Surrey City Hall got to see Brian the delivery robot as he zoomed through the rainy streets. 🤖
February 2, 2026 at 7:54 PM
The future of food delivery could soon be coming to a number of B.C. cities as a demonstration by Serve Robotics allowed people to see what is possible with their robots. On Friday, Surrey City Hall got to see Brian the delivery robot as he zoomed through the rainy streets. 🤖
On Sunday, thousands of demonstrators gathered at the Vancouver Art Gallery plaza to protest the Islamic regime. The march was led across Vancouver as many waved the lion-and-sun flag of Iran, which has now been banned in the Islamic Republic.
February 2, 2026 at 7:30 PM
On Sunday, thousands of demonstrators gathered at the Vancouver Art Gallery plaza to protest the Islamic regime. The march was led across Vancouver as many waved the lion-and-sun flag of Iran, which has now been banned in the Islamic Republic.
Vancouver’s Olympic Cauldron is getting relit on Feb. 6, 2026. 🔥
Vancouver Convention Centre lists a public lighting ceremony at Jack Poole Plaza starting 3:45pm. CBC’s live Opening Ceremony coverage starts 11am PT, so you can do both in one day.
Vancouver Convention Centre lists a public lighting ceremony at Jack Poole Plaza starting 3:45pm. CBC’s live Opening Ceremony coverage starts 11am PT, so you can do both in one day.
February 2, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Vancouver’s Olympic Cauldron is getting relit on Feb. 6, 2026. 🔥
Vancouver Convention Centre lists a public lighting ceremony at Jack Poole Plaza starting 3:45pm. CBC’s live Opening Ceremony coverage starts 11am PT, so you can do both in one day.
Vancouver Convention Centre lists a public lighting ceremony at Jack Poole Plaza starting 3:45pm. CBC’s live Opening Ceremony coverage starts 11am PT, so you can do both in one day.