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Surrey Schools hosts free AI literacy event for parents June 11
Expert panel explores how families can navigate artificial intelligence safely; registration open for virtual event.
B.C. projects $1 billion World Cup spending boost, but skeptics doubt the math
Province releases economic impact forecast; critics question post-tournament visitor projections and rising security costs.
FIFA Fan Festival opens Thursday on PNE grounds with 70+ matches and 120+ artists
Free admission to the 28-day festival; beer runs $9.50–$10.50, food vendors and live entertainment throughout.
Classical music festivals and free outdoor concerts fill Vancouver summers
From Early Music Vancouver to the VSO's Symphony at Sunset, summer brings Renaissance performances, movie scores, and chamber music...
Vancouver police deploy six Skydio drones as first responders
The VPD is Canada's first police agency to roll out Skydio X10 drones for emergency response. New body cameras can also translate 50+...
Vancouver's chief building official abruptly departs after 12 years
Saul Schwebs, who oversaw structural safety and building regulation citywide, was let go Wednesday. The reason for his departure remains unclear.
Metro Vancouver water workers escalate job action, picket Queen Elizabeth Park
Unionized staff have withdrawn from pump stations and parks across the region after 17 months without a contract. Health and safety...
Carnaval del Sol returns to Vancouver this July with three days of music and food
The largest Latin American festival in the Pacific Northwest runs July 10–12 at Jonathan Rogers Park, featuring 350+ artists, fútbol...
Vancouver Aquatic Centre closes June 28 for major renewal
The city's iconic West End pool will shut down ahead of a $175 million rebuild. New facility will feature a 25-metre lap pool, diving...
RCMP warns of violent online exploitation group targeting B.C. children
A group known as "764" is part of a larger network grooming vulnerable youth ages 8-17 on Discord, Telegram, and gaming platforms.
Body of 17-year-old recovered from Stony Lake after boat capsizes
A teenager from Prince George died after a vessel flipped at a central B.C. lake. Three others aboard survived.
Canada Day Classic 5K and 10K reveals 2026 medal designs
Vancouver's July 1 race features new T-shirt and finisher medal designs inspired by Canadian summer and West Coast elements.