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Go Green for Planted Expo at the Vancouver Convention Centre

by Rick Chung in Events, Food & Drink, Green City, Shop on April 19, 2023

Photo: Planted Expo

Plant-forward consumers can check out over 200 exhibitors at the third annual Planted Expo, Canada’s largest plant-based event, returning to the Vancouver Convention Centre from May 27-28. Attendees will have the opportunity to browse all sorts of vendors ranging from food and beverage providers to beauty products, health and nutrition brands, home decor items, books, restaurants, bakeries, and non-profit organizations.

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12 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day 2023 in Vancouver

by Taryn Eyton in Events, Green City on April 10, 2023

Volunteers with the Stanley Park Ecological Society remove invasive Ivy. Photo: Stanley Park Ecological Society

Every year people around the world honour the beautiful planet we live on by celebrating Earth Day on April 22nd. Here are 12 Earth Day events happening this year in Vancouver.

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Museum of Vancouver: Bringing Together the City’s Diverse Stories

by Tara Lee in Entertainment, Family Friendly, Green City on March 29, 2023

Section of the exhibition That Which Sustains Us
Credit: Rebecca Blissett

Originating in 1894, the Museum of Vancouver (MOV) has seen considerable evolution, just as the city it represents has expanded and diversified over time.

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Vancouver’s Urban Forest Strategy: Keeping the City’s Trees Beautiful and Resilient

by Tara Lee in Green City on March 1, 2023

Photo: City of Vancouver

Vancouver is known and beloved for its nature, including the extensive urban forest that provides a host of benefits for both people, wildlife, and the overall ecosystem.

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Eco-Friendly Ways to Get Around Vancouver

by Tara Lee in Family Friendly, Green City on February 22, 2023

The Aquabus; Photo: Destination Vancouver/Tanya Goehrin

Not only is Vancouver known for its stunning natural beauty, but it’s been ranked as one of the most sustainable cities in the world. Vancouver features vibrant urban forestry, one of the lowest carbon footprints per capita, and innovative green architecture. Due to this commitment to green urban living and lowering carbon emissions, there are many convenient eco-friendly modes of transportation.

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Vancouver’s Mott 32 Promotes Sustainability by Offering Plant-Based Chinese Dishes

by Tara Lee in Food & Drink, Green City on January 18, 2023

Photo: Leila Kwok

With the upcoming Lunar New Year, many diners may wish to start 2023 by shifting to more plant-based eating. One option is Mott 32, which features a plant-based menu and a commitment to sustainability and to greater environmental consciousness.

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Head to the Farmer’s Market This Winter in Vancouver

by Taryn Eyton in Food & Drink, Green City, Town on October 19, 2022

Photo: Shelley Pauls/Unsplash

With cooler weather on the way, many of Vancouver’s farmers’ markets are done for the year. But don’t worry: you can keep shopping for local veggies, baked goods, crafts, and artisan products all winter at these local farmers’ markets.

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Head to the Farmer’s Market This Winter in Vancouver

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