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For 50 years, MOSAIC has helped newcomers build new lives in Canada. What began in 1976 as a small community organization to support people learning English, finding work, and navigating local support has grown into one of Canada’s largest immigrant-serving organizations. Today, MOSAIC operates from more than 50 locations, is supported by over 500 staff...

About the Exhibition To turn down the noise of daily life, Fei Disbrow seeks out-of-the-way places where she can find small, unusual organisms. It is in these places where she observes and records unfamiliar, miniature lifeforms which are integral to this body of Disbrow’s work. Her research focuses on cryptogams, resilient and ancient organisms that...

BC Children’s Hospital Foundation supports the only hospital in the province devoted exclusively to children. Tickets for the 2026 Choices Lottery are on sale now!

Global News is once again a proud partner of the Make Happy Tummies campaign, supporting a nationwide effort to help ensure children across Canada start their school day nourished, focused, and ready to learn. Led by the Grocery Foundation, Make Happy Tummies is one of Canada’s largest community-driven fundraising initiatives dedicated to supporting local school breakfast and student nutrition...

IN FLUX: RHYTHMS OF LIFE – Art by Sichen Grace Chen, Yuan Wen, and Echo Xie New Exhibition “In Flux: Rhythms of Life” Explores the Intersection of Ecology and Emotion at Lipont Gallery Opening Reception Saturday, Jan 31, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM (free event) https://fluxopening.eventbrite.ca Artist Talk by Sichen Grace Chen Saturday Feb 7,...

Vancouver Civic Theatres is hosting guided tours of the Orpheum, one of the most beautiful concert halls in North America. The Orpheum, a designated National Heritage Site, was built in 1927. Each year the theatre hosts international musicians, popular concerts and unique events; it is also home to the beloved Vancouver Symphony Orchestra. The 90-minute...

Ethọ́s Lab launches its annual Black Futures Month fundraiser and the return of its flagship hackathon event for teens on Feb. 27. Families can experience the type of innovative programming Ethọ́s Lab offers at their weekly programs. Currently on offer is the Gaming Club, which is sponsored by EA. But the popular hackathon is one...

BC’s biggest shopping centre, Metropolis at Metrotown is thrilled to welcome the Year of the Horse from February 2 – March 3. With exciting, new additions to its line up of Lunar New Year celebrations, including a cultural exhibition presented by the Chinatown Storytelling Centre, and colourful LEGO® Play Pop-up, the Met welcomes visitors of...

Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art presents the world premiere of Every River Has a Mouth, guest curated by Snuneymuxw artist Eliot White-Hill, Kwulasultun, from February 14, 2026 – February 14, 2027. Guided by the concept of the river as a physical and symbolic connector, Every River Has a Mouth highlights the deep cultural,...

Locations: Granville Island – šxʷƛ̓ənəq Xwtl’e7énk Square – 800 Robson Plaza – Pendulum Gallery – Bentall Centre As the wind rises, we draw inspiration from the fearlessness of the Horse. This year’s The Lantern City lights up Vancouver in five locations. 36 lanterns take us through the city with stories about the horse, nature, hope...

NusaHaus is built by diaspora for diaspora to reconnect and cultivate a sense of belonging amongst individuals with shared ancestry and cultural background, specifically from the Nusantara region (Maritime Southeast Asia: Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, etc.). From February 20th – 28th, we will be hosting a week-long art exhibition showcasing Nusantara creatives! Inspired by Malaysian...

Start your Sunday with an awe-inspiring view as the backdrop to a Hatha yoga session. This gentle, slower-paced style of yoga focuses on physical postures and breathing—which will be all the more restorative with a stunning view of Vanier Park, English Bay and the North Shore Mountains. This will be the ultimate way to reset...

CKNW KIDS FUND PINK SHIRT DAY PRESENTED BY FortisBC! February 25, 2026 Online Store Store Is Now Open! This year’s design reminds us to sprinkle kindness everywhere we go. The artwork shows a child holding an umbrella, sharing it with friends as hearts rain down from the sky. Just as an umbrella offers shelter and...

Over the month of February, and throughout the year, CKNW Kids’ Fund’s Pink Shirt Day, presented by FortisBC aims to raise awareness of these issues, as well as raise funds to support programs that foster children’s healthy self-esteem. Purchase your Pink Shirt Day merchandise at www.pinkshirtday.ca starting November 1st, 2025!    

Now a movement celebrated across the globe, Pink Shirt Day, presented by FortisBC, has humble beginnings. Inspired by an act of kindness in small-town Nova Scotia, CKNW Kids’ Fund, working with partners Boys & Girls Clubs and 980 CKNW, was inspired to raise funds to support anti-bullying programs. Purchase your pink shirt at London Drugs...

Practice your hand at making still-life art at Mackin House Museum! This event is hosted by local Senior, Merril Hall GUIDED SKETCHING SESSIONS! Artist and nature-lovers looking for a fun way to spend your afternoon – join us at Mackin House Museum for a free drop-in activity with our Senior-in-Residence, Merril Hall! Over the course...

Silk Road After Dark Get ready for an unforgettable night in North Van! Experience a wild mix of drag performances, sizzling belly dancing, and hilarious comedy. This event is the perfect way to spice up your evening with vibrant entertainment and good vibes. A cultural explosion of Middle Eastern and Desi performances, and a sprinkle...

Presented by Motion & Music Performing Arts Celebrate Motion & Music’s: Motion Youth Dance Company as they take to the stage to debut their 2026 dance routines. It will be an entertaining evening filled with hard working youth showcasing acro, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, ballet, breaking and musical theatre. See you at Motion & Music’s:...

🔥FLAMES OF FORTUNE🔥 Ignites Vancouver – A Vibrant Pan-Asian Lunar New Year Gala Fundraiser Showcasing Asian Countries Celebrating the Spring Festival Season and Year of the Fire Horse. An all-ages vibrant evening of performing arts, cuisine, lively fundraising, and celebration benefits the Greater Vancouver Food Bank. EVENT DETAILS In-Light Productions presents Flames of Fortune, a...

Please join Simon Fraser University’s Department of English and Poetry in Canada for a poetry reading featuring Jeff Derksen and Saba Pakdel. Details: Date/Time: Friday, February 27th (Doors 6:30 PM; Event: 7-9 PM) Location: SFU Belzberg Library at Harbour Centre campus (515 West Hastings St. Vancouver, BC V6B 5K3) This is a free event, no...

Western Canada’s Largest Cycling Event! See the hottest Road, Mountain and e-bikes from the best brands. Try, before you buy on the demo track. Get awesome show-only deals on bikes, gear and apparel! Discover amazing cycling trips, see the high flying action by the Stunt Team & bring your little riders to the Kids Zone!...

Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art presents Blossoming, a solo exhibition from Kwakwaka’wakw artist Jamie Gentry, curated by Aliya Boubard, from February 28 – May 24, 2026. After 12 years of creating moccasins by commission, this exhibition serves as an opportunity for Gentry to implement her handcrafted beadwork based solely on personal inspiration, culminating...

Your next adventure starts here at Western Canada’s largest outdoor adventure & travel show. Score amazing pre-season deals on the newest outdoor gear and explore breathtaking travel destinations. Fuel your passion for biking, hiking, climbing, water sports, or mountain sports with over 200 exhibits. Engage with experienced guides who will help you plan your dream...

After a decade of dazzling couples and redefining the wedding experience, Swank Wedding Show returns for its 10th and final year, going out with a bang! Known as Vancouver’s only fusion wedding showcase, Swank brings together the very best of Western and South Asian wedding traditions, offering couples a one-of-a-kind opportunity to explore, connect, and...