North Vancouver is not only one of the most scenic areas of Vancouver, it is also one of the safest and cleanest. With its proximity to mountains, forests, beaches and the Sea-to-Sky highway to Whistler, it is perfect for anyone with an active lifestyle or simply, a love of the outdoors. In addition, access downtown is easy over the picturesque Lions Gate Bridge or the Iron Worker’s Memorial Bridge while ...
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Welcome back to our Student Scoop series - a collection of insider student tips to UBC, SFU, Langara, and more. We tap into the nuts and bolts of student life interviewing student leaders to uncover secret campus corners, best coffee spots, where to satisfy your late night cravings, and the lowdown on campus and off campus living. Read on for more UBC tips. SFU Guide with Cody & Jessica Student: Cody de ...
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Let's dive into this month's rental stats for Vancouver by taking a closer look into average rent prices, renter demographics, and rent changes in Greater Vancouver based on June 2019's figures. The most remarkable numbers this month point to an overall drop in rental rates across the Lower Mainland with Downtown Vancouver seeing a 6.42% drop and Surrey an almost 10% drop (9.82%). Vancouver Renter Demographics In June 2019, again, more women ...
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Vancouverites have embraced craft beer like it's their lifeblood. In fact, figures show that though BC consumers drink less beer than other Canadians, we drink better beer. This is underlined by the explosive growth and success of craft breweries not only in Vancouver, but throughout the Lower Mainland and the entire province. So with all the new breweries out there, which one has the best craft beer in Vancouver? Here are ...
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For those considering making a move to Vancouver and trying your hand at living and working here, we've collaborated with Vancouver's Vantastic VA, a one-stop relocation service, to share some tips for finding a job in Vancouver as a foreigner. With the help of Vantastic founder and owner, Taryn Bywater, we're here to help you get hired, fast! Follow these 10 tips for finding a job in Vancouver: 1. Set Up your Social ...
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Vancouver patio season is finally here! What better way to celebrate warmer weather than to enjoy a drink and a nibble outside at any one of our Vancouver 2019 patio picks: Gotham 615 Seymour St. Yes, the renowned steak house has a lovely oasis awaiting you outside its back door. Surrounded by greenery, you could almost believe you were sipping that Aperol spritz on a Roman terrazza. It is the perfect getaway from ...
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FEATURE: Celebration of Light We've teamed up with Vancouver-based relocation agency, Vantastic VA, to come up with a summer bucket list for newcomers to our city. Vancouver summers are the best! After months of grey skies, the city is ready to celebrate the sun. Here are 50 things that will help fill your June, July and August! Dance the night away at the Tuesday drum circle at 3rd beach throughout ...
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Summer 2019 is just around the corner and so are collective cravings for cool treats. Thankfully, Vancouver's ice cream scene continues to thrive giving us lots of options for icy relief on hot eves. Here's a list of some establishments that we think are the best ice cream spots in Vancouver this summer. 1.Matcha Cafe Maiko 199 – 8279 Saba Road, Richmond matchacafemaikocanada Richmond is home to Matcha Cafe Maiko's first Canadian Location. ...
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Live at Bosa's RiverSky development on New West's Quayside Drive. This beautiful, spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bath contemporary home on the features wide plank floors, integrated European appliances, floor to ceiling windows and balcony that let in the light and offer expansive views over the Fraser River. Building amenities include innovative outdoor spaces, private fitness room and entertainment lounge. The market and Skytrain are both nearby and the riverside boardwalk ...
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Vancouver has experienced a small baking renaissance of sorts with artisanal, high quality bakeries popping up in different neighbourhoods around town. Here are our top 6 new bakeries in Vancouver: Livia Sweets 1339 Commercial Drive liviasweets Serving breads, sweets, lunch and brunch, this beautiful cafe on Commercial Drive has quickly established both its culinary and Instagram-worthy credentials. Line ups are the norm at this new hotspot. Claire Livia Lassam has successfully created the perfect ...
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