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A group of parents protested outside Vancouver City Hall, urging local officials to maintain school space amidst rising housing developments. They expressed concerns over the Vancouver School Board's decision to lease part of Sir Sandford Fleming Elementary's land for housing, fearing further overcrowding and loss of play areas.
Surrey city council approved an updated City Centre Plan, which includes a proposal for a new 10,000-seat arena in an entertainment district. Mayor Brenda Locke highlighted the city's growth, stating it now has 723,000 residents, while some council members expressed concerns about funding.
North Vancouver RCMP seeks witnesses after a woman in her 50s fell 30 meters off a cliff into Lynn Canyon Valley. First responders rescued her and transported her to the hospital with serious injuries. Police urge anyone with information or video of the incident to contact them.
Vancouver city council rejected a proposal to form a city-owned corporation for developing rental units due to opposition from non-ABC councillors. The plan aimed to generate revenue by developing 4,000 market rental units on city-owned land valued at $411 million. Critics raised concerns about transparency and the lack of focus on affordable housing.
Vancouver's new PWHL team unveiled its jersey designs featuring "Vancouver" printed on a Pacific blue and cream jersey with bronze bands. The team, which has yet to announce its name or logo, will debut on November 21 against Seattle at the Pacific Coliseum. Fans can purchase the jerseys online.
A 63-year-old man fought off a grizzly bear that attacked him while hunting elk in British Columbia on October 2. Joe Pendry sustained severe injuries but used his boxing skills to defend himself, ultimately surviving the encounter. The bear was later found dead, having succumbed to sepsis.
Loved ones of victims from the Lapu-Lapu Day tragedy participated in a healing art workshop in Surrey, B.C., led by artist Chito Maravilla. Attendees expressed their grief through painting, with Alejandro Samper creating a piece that symbolizes hope and freedom after losing his family. The event aims to provide comfort and healing for those affected by trauma.
The Vancouver Canucks face former player Arturs Silovs, now with the Pittsburgh Penguins, on Tuesday. Silovs, who previously played a key role in the Canucks’ playoff success, has impressed with the Penguins, including a shutout against the New York Rangers. The Canucks aim for their fourth consecutive road win amidst injuries to key players.
TWK, a new Lebanese sandwich restaurant, plans to open soon in Vancouver's Il Mercato plaza on Commercial Drive. Owned by three friends from Lebanon, the eatery will offer a menu featuring wraps, sandwiches, salads, and traditional Lebanese dishes. The owners anticipate opening by the end of next week, before November.
El Compa, a Mexican restaurant in Vancouver, closed permanently after just eight months of operation. The closure follows the earlier shutdown of the Middle Eastern restaurant Aleph Eatery, which also ceased operations on October 21. Both establishments had shared the kitchen space at 1889 Powell St.