The proposal is the latest salvo in the battle over the future of the controversial “protestival”. Continue reading →

Police also say they will maintain a “visible” presence at the event, and will be watching for pot sales to minors. Continue reading →

“We don’t have any idea how large the crowd could be. There’s no limits on the size of the crowd, there’s no designated exit areas​,” said Vancouver firefighters. Continue reading →

As debate rages around Vancouver’s 4/20 celebrations, John Coupar says booking a headliner is a bridge too far. Continue reading →

Critics say bringing a major musical act to the event proves it’s crossed the line into “festival.” Continue reading →

Opponents of the event say the appearance of a big-name act like Cypress Hill proves it’s left its protest days behind. Continue reading →

The majority of the costs went to policing, which organizers say they shouldn’t pay for because the event is a protest. Continue reading →

“It smells, it’s noisy and it locks up traffic. Residents in the West End want it moved from Sunset Beach,” according to Sarah Kirby-Yung’s motion. Continue reading →

The Vancouver Park Board passed a motion Monday night for city staff to send a letter to mayor, council, and 4/20 organizers asking for an alternative place to hold 4/20, away from Sunset Beach. Continue reading →

With new rules around the legal sale of cannabis, one Vancouver politician wants to see pot sales banned at the city’s 4/20 event. Continue reading →