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Where to Shop in Vancouver: Welcoming and Active Kitsilano

by Tara Lee in Shop on May 10, 2023

Groups of people at Kitsilano beach in Vancouver; Destination BC (Grant Harder)

With Kitsilano Beach as its scenic anchor, Kitsilano has become well known for the vibrant and active lifestyle of its residents. Encompassing the area between Alma and Burrard Streets, and the waterfront and West 16^th Avenue, this neighbourhood offers plenty of tree-lined residential streets, a variety of laid-back eating options, as well as plenty of local and national boutiques.

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Where to Shop in Vancouver: Welcoming and Active Kitsilano

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Where to Shop in Vancouver: Bustling and International Robson Street

by Tara Lee in Family Friendly, Food & Drink, Shop on May 3, 2023

Ready to stroll down Robson Street? (Destination Vancouver/Nelson Mouellic)

As Vancouver’s main thoroughfare, Robson Street has it all: cafes, restaurants, and plenty of shopping options.

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Where to Shop in Vancouver: Bustling and International Robson Street

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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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Go Green for Planted Expo at the Vancouver Convention Centre

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10 Places to Find Unique Vancouver Artisan-Made Goods

by Tara Lee in Events, Shop on March 15, 2023

Bon Macaron on Granville Island; Photo: Tara Lee

Vancouver has a thriving maker culture, with creative individuals producing all sorts of specialty goods, including pottery, jewelry, gourmet food items, and skincare products.

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Guide to Buying Indigenous Art in Vancouver This Holiday Season

by Tara Lee in Shop on December 14, 2022

T́hax°an(Red Cod) Pendant by Lyle Wilson (Haisla Nation); Photo sourced from Coastal Peoples Fine Arts Gallery

This holiday season, you may be interested in acquiring a work by a talented local Indigenous artist to give as a gift to a loved one—or for yourself. There are so many incredible artists producing pieces that are varied, culturally rooted, and innovative. However, it’s important that any purchase is made in an informed manner to ensure artists receive the recognition and compensation they deserve.

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Guide to Buying Indigenous Art in Vancouver This Holiday Season

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Where to Indulge in Luxury Shopping in Vancouver

by Tara Lee in Shop on November 16, 2022

Photo: Secret Location

With sparkly lights and tinsel in full display at many establishments, you may have started to think about your holiday shopping, especially about those particularly special gifts.

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Where to Indulge in Luxury Shopping in Vancouver

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17 Happening Holiday Markets and Artisan Fairs in and Around Vancouver

by Inside Vancouver in Family Friendly, Shop on November 10, 2022

Give yourself plenty of time to peruse the vendors at the Vancouver Christmas Market. PHOTO CREDIT: Vancouver Christmas Market.

Online Christmas shopping isn’t nearly as much fun as browsing independent vendor stands––and enjoying the warmly festive vibe––at a well-curated local holiday market. And they’re always a great way to find brilliantly original pressies for absolutely everyone on your gift list. Continue reading:
17 Happening Holiday Markets and Artisan Fairs in and Around Vancouver

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