Curiocity • 04/28/2026

Vancouver is getting a free rooftop party and music festival under the sun

It’s not often that Vancouver gets a rooftop anything (despite having the killer views for it), let alone a rooftop music festival. But that’s exactly what’s in store for the city on the very last day of spring, June 20, 2026. After hitting full capacity last year, the Railtown Rooftop Party is back for another round of outdoor art, live music, refreshing sips, and connection under the sun.

Curiocity • 04/07/2026

Sail to puffin paradise: B.C.'s most remote bird colonies await on this guided tour

Did you know that B.C. is home to not one, but two species of puffins? You can meet these fascinating seabirds via Coastal Rainforest Safaris, which takes bird lovers of all experience levels on a 10-hour tour to a remote section of Vancouver Island that few have set foot on.

Curiocity • 03/31/2026

Vancouver's average rent is still falling year-over-year, but there's a catch

The average asking rent is falling across the country, and Vancouver’s is currently the lowest it’s been in nearly four years. According to a new report by Rentals.ca and Urbanation, rent is “stabilizing” in many major Canadian markets when you look at the long term. Compared to January 2026, however, most saw “modest increases” in asking rent in February 2026.

Curiocity • 03/30/2026

Flower fever: Explore 'Vancouver's best magnolia season yet' on a guided walk this weekend

Vancouver’s magnolias are approaching their peak bloom period this upcoming weekend, and the UBC Botanical Garden has released additional time slots for its popular Magnolia Walk.

Curiocity • 03/26/2026

Fable is having a huge warehouse sale this weekend with up to 60% off

Known across the city and beyond for its sustainable dishware, glassware, tableware, and home decor, Fable is dedicated to becoming a zero-waste company, one serving platter at a time. Think timeless as opposed to what’s currently “trending.”

Curiocity • 03/25/2026

Harbour Air brings back its service between Vancouver and Seattle, and introduces new B.C. routes

Getting to and from Seattle is about to get a whole lot easier from Vancouver. Starting mid-April, Harbour Air is resuming its service between the two cities, and the airline will add several entirely new B.C. routes in the coming months.

Curiocity • 03/11/2026

Cherry blossom season arrives 'two to three weeks early' in Vancouver

With light pink and white buds opening as early as late January, it’s no surprise that Vancouver’s highly anticipated cherry blossom season is already underway. As of March 1, 2026, Okame cherries have been the “star of the show,” despite being a rarity in Vancouver, alongside blooming Whitcombs, according to the Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival (VCBF).

Curiocity • 02/23/2026

'Life in plastic, it's fantastic:' Vancouver's new pink bins make recycling absolutely adorable

You may have noticed that shiny, new recycling bins have been popping up across the city—and they’re pink!This is because Recycle BC has transitioned to two new contractors for Vancouver apartments and condos recycling services: Recycling Alternative and Emterra Environmental. Over the month of February, they’ve been rolling out adorable pink bins that not only give recycling a little pizzazz, but also make the process more convenient and efficient.

Curiocity • 02/02/2026

This B.C. foundation protects Canada's most endangered mammal and it's hiring right now

If you’ve always wanted to work in wildlife conservation or are looking for a summer job that gets you outdoors, Vancouver Island’s Marmot Recovery Foundation might have an opening with your name on it.

Curiocity • 01/30/2026

These luxurious B.C. cottages feel straight out of 'Heated Rivalry'

Shane Hollander's cottage might be in Muskoka, but that doesn’t mean that you can’t find just as luxurious or breathtaking a getaway right here in B.C.

Curiocity • 01/28/2026

These companies with a four-day work week are hiring in Canada right now

These Canada-based companies offer their employees a four-day workweek, and all have open positions to fill. Under this work model, every weekend is a long weekend, with employees typically reporting increased well-being and productivity, and employers achieving greater business growth.

Curiocity • 01/21/2026

These Metro Vancouver universities and colleges are hiring with amazing benefits right now

Just like with City jobs, those employed at a university or college typically enjoy pretty extensive benefits, and there are a handful in Metro Vancouver that are actively hiring across their departments.

Curiocity • 12/11/2025

Here are all the spots with photo booths in Vancouver

If a picture is worth a thousand words, then a moment captured in a photo booth is worth that several times over. There's nothing more nostalgic than taking out your strip of photos from a machine. Here's where you can find both analog and digital photo booths in Vancouver.

Curiocity • 11/28/2025

Over 20 Indigenous-owned businesses to shop across Canada over the holidays and beyond

The season of giving has arrived, and what better way to support local than by picking out a few gifts from some Indigenous-owned businesses? Not only will you find all kinds of creative, ethically made gifts for your loved ones, but you’ll have the chance to learn more about the local Indigenous cultures in your area.

Curiocity • 11/26/2025

Global brand behind Labubus opens its first Canadian store in Metro Vancouver

The global designer toy brand behind some of the biggest characters (yes, including the notorious Labubu) is finally expanding into Canada, and its first store has officially opened its doors in Metro Vancouver. Pop Mart collaborates with renowned artists from across the world to create (or popularize) lovable designer toys that are every collector’s dream.

Curiocity • 11/21/2025

Vancouver is getting a floating sauna experience on a restored barge from the 1940s

A few months into its inception, HAVN took a restored naval barge from the 1940s — once a place of urgency and emergency — and turned it into a transformative, relaxing experience where people could find a moment of stillness. The 150-foot barge came from an old mar...

Curiocity • 11/19/2025

New Aritzia flagship boutique to take over former Nordstrom location in Vancouver

Vancouver-born fashion retailer Aritzia just revealed its plans for a new flagship boutique in downtown Vancouver, and although it’ll be a little while before it officially opens, it’s going to be major, and it’s located in a familiar spot. Spanning approximately 40,000 square feet and four floors, the new flagship will sit at the intersection of Robson and Howe, in the spot formerly occupied by Nordstrom at Pacific Centre.

Curiocity • 11/13/2025

A new wellness spa just opened five minutes from downtown Victoria

Esquimalt is a historic district just five minutes away from downtown Victoria, and it’s well worth the visit for a myriad of reasons. In addition to exploring Canada’s naval history and a number of scenic parks and beaches, you can now officially visit a new wellness spa and retreat at the restored Rosemead House.

Curiocity • 11/13/2025

Vancouver's rent prices drop for a 13th month in a row

The new Canadian Rent Report is out, and November marks the 13th month in a row that the average rent has fallen in Vancouver. According to Zumper, average rent prices are experiencing a “continued downward trend,” a pattern that extends to many of the country’s most expensive housing markets.

Curiocity • 11/10/2025

Canada's top luxury resale brand is having its biggest sale of the year with up to 80% off

With stores in Vancouver, Toronto, and Calgary, Mine & Yours is known as Canada’s leading luxury resale brand, and they’re about to have their biggest sale of the year. So if you’ve been eyeing an LV bag or statement piece for a while now, there’s never been a better time to pop into one of their boutiques.

Curiocity • 11/07/2025

One of the oldest houses in B.C. is this one-storey log house that predates the creation of Canada

Helmcken House is one of the oldest houses in the province remaining on its original property, and it preserves an important era of Canadian history.

Curiocity • 11/05/2025

Vancouver is getting its own 'North Pole' with a magical mountaintop ice skating pond

The Peak of Christmas is a beloved annual tradition atop Grouse Mountain that transforms the peak into a winter wonderland, complete with an illuminated Light Walk around the lake and an ice skating pond.

Curiocity • 11/04/2025

These 'dark sky preserves' across Canada are your best chance of viewing this week's supermoon

Heads up, stargazers. You might know that this week’s supermoon is on the way, but there may be a dark sky preserve near you that will offer a front row seat to this spectacular phenomenon.

Curiocity • 10/31/2025

The entire 'Twilight' saga is screening at this Vancouver spot in November

You don’t have to travel to Forks to get your next Twilight fix. A local spot right here in Vancouver is transporting guests to the moody, infamous cinematic universe of the cult favourite saga. So if you were planning to binge-watch the films over the weekend, you may want to hold off, as this is your chance to catch them on the big screen.