If you're planning a night out with your besties this weekend, you might want to head to the Vancouver bars that were just named among the best in North America in 2024. The 50 Best revealed its list of North America's 50 Best Bars for 2024 and two Vancouver cocktail spots made the list. The bars which received recognition on the list are located around Canada, the U.S. and the Caribbean. Botanist Bar, tucked inside Vancouver's Fairmont Pacific Rim hotel, was recognized for the second year in a row for its cocktail experience. The Vancouver establishment ranked 24. According to The 50 Best ..read more

Ryan Reynolds is coming home to Vancouver. On Thursday, the BC-born actor revealed that Wrexham AFC, a Welsh soccer team he co-owns with Rob McElhenney, will play against the Vancouver Whitecaps this summer. Reynolds shared the news about the Wrex Coast Tour in a video on social media. "You can watch Wrexham AFC play games up and down the west coast of the U.S. and Canada. Canada!" he said in the clip with a Canadian flag in the background. See on Instagram Wrexham AFC will play against the Vancouver Whitecaps on July 27 at BC Place. "Last year Rob got to bring Wrexham to Philly. This ye ..read more

Camping is a wonderful way to enjoy B.C.'s beautiful wilderness when you need time away from the hustle and bustle of the city. While many campsites near Vancouver require booking in advance and have daily fees, there are several camping areas where you can go for a spontaneous last-minute trip and you won't pay a dime. Whether you want to be in the mountains or by a lake, here are seven free campsites near Vancouver. Mount Seymour See on Instagram ​Mount Seymour is just over a 30-minute drive from Vancouver. Wilderness camping in this area is free as long as it's north of Brockton Point ..read more

If you're already thinking about weekend plans, why not put some free events on your calendar? From a horse racing season opener to community festivals and a scooter tour of the city, there are several free things to do in Metro Vancouver this weekend. That's right, you can save your hard-earned cash and still have a lot of fun on your days off with your friends and family. Here are eight free things to do in Vancouver this weekend. Vancouver Scooter Tour See on Instagram Price: Free When: April 26 from 10:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. Address: Science World, 1455 Quebec St, Vancouver Why You ..read more

Vancouver rent prices are among the highest in Canada's largest cities even though the cost for a one-bedroom has slightly dipped year over year. A new national rent ranking report shows how the Canadian rental market compares by city and both Vancouver and Toronto are right at the top. The April 2024 report released by Rentals.ca shows the average price for a one-bedroom, unfurnished apartment in Vancouver in April 2024 is $2,663, a 4% drop year over year. North Van is the priciest in Canada Although just a short drive from Downtown Vancouver, North Vancouver took the cake for the most expe ..read more

Canada's largest night market is gearing up for its 2024 opening weekend. The Richmond Night Market is a popular annual event that draws massive crowds every year and offers hundreds of foods from around the world. The open-air festival begins on April 26 at 7 p.m. and runs every weekend until October 14, 2024. The event features over 600 international food options and 110 retail booths with unique finds, trendy fashion and artisanal crafts. The culinary options at this market are endless from a flying cup of noodles to chicken lollipops, milk tea that comes in baby bottles, Japanese poutine ..read more

A couple of water parks in Metro Vancouver are hiring for a bunch of summer jobs. Whether you're looking for part-time or full-time work this summer, these parks are offering both as well as some cool perks. From lifeguards to food services and attendants for rides, these are the various jobs you can apply for at Cultus Lake Waterpark and Big Splash Water Side Park. Cultus Lake Waterpark summer jobs See on Instagram Cultus Lake Waterpark has 12 different positions you can apply for. The park in Cultus Lake is looking to fill roles at both its Adventure Park and its Waterpark. The waterpa ..read more

If you're looking for a summer job, you may want to consider applying to work with Parks Canada. Securing this type of government of Canada job would mean you could spend your summer enjoying some stunning natural landscapes while getting paid. Parks Canada is hiring "energetic and enthusiastic students and temporary workers" for its summer 2024 operations, including in British Columbia. "With a vast network of national parks, national historic sites, and marine conservation areas, you will work in some of the most beautiful and culturally significant places in the country, while making a di ..read more

There were multiple celebrity sightings in Vancouver over the weekend. Luke Bryan took the stage at a country music festival where he had a bit of an accident followed by an epic recovery and several stars showed up to watch the Vancouver Canucks play their first game of the Stanley Cup playoffs. Here's everything you need to know about what the celebs got up to in Vancouver. Luke Bryan wipes out on stage in Vancouver @bmwilsonn10 what an absolute legend? #lukebryan #lukebryanconcert #lukebryanfunny #coastcitycountry #countryconcert #foryou Luke Bryan was performing at the Coast City Countr ..read more

Hey Vancouver, I hope everyone's week is off to a great start! It's Asymina from Narcity Media and I wanted to welcome you to the first edition of a new weekly series about all things Vancouver. ? Every Monday I'll give you the rundown of all the big things happening in the city, from fun events to new restaurant openings, job postings, top stories, travel ideas, celebrity sightings, weather and anything else relevant to the city life. I hope you'll find this guide helpful and that it keeps you informed as to what's going on in Vancouver. THINGS TO KNOW ? YVR IS #1 If you love Vancouver Inte ..read more