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Federal Election Day Should Be A National Holiday
Oct 16, 2019

Why The Heck Is Federal Election Day Not A National Holiday?

Why the heck is Federal Election Day not a national holiday? That’s an honest question. Voting is one of the most significant things any c...

flood / no fun city
Sep 12, 2018

Is Vancouver A No Fun City? Locals Complain About Noise From Skookum Festival

Talk about party-poopers! While the Skookum Music Festival may have been the talk of the town over the past weekend, not all Vancouverites were t...

Grouse Grind

Opinion: People Need To Stop Hiking Down The Grouse Grind

The Grouse Grind is one of the most beloved outdoor hiking activities in Metro Vancouver. With that being said, some hikers find the experience a...

Flakey
Jul 6, 2018

Are Vancouverites Flakey People? (Poll)

Recently, a list compiled the friendliest communities in Canada based on hotel reviews; however, Vancouver didn’t make the top 25. While some p...

Download Speed Experience
Jun 29, 2018

Should US Guards Be Able To Search Cell Phones At The Canadian Border?

Most travellers are prepared to have their cars searched when they cross the Canadian border into the United States; however, not everyone believ...

Cyclists
Jun 28, 2018

Are Cyclists To Blame For Road Conflicts? 65% Of Metro Vancouverites Think So

Hiking, biking, paddleboarding, surfing, snowboarding, skiing – the list is endless. If you live in Metro Vancouver you likely know an outd...

Vancouver Landlords
Jun 8, 2018

Are Metro Vancouver Landlords Overstepping Boundaries With Personality Tests?

There are a multitude of things that can turn a tenancy sour; however, some Metro Vancouver landlords are turning off potential renters during th...

surrey lrt
Jun 1, 2018

Poll: Should The Surrey LRT Be Extended Into The Fraser Valley?

Translink just released a simulation of the commuter experience for the new Surrey LRT; however, not everyone thinks that the system goes far eno...

Aldergrove Mall
May 16, 2018

Should Langley Take Action To Tear Down The Decrepit Aldergrove Mall?

While it has been in discussion for many years, there are no concrete plans to tear down Aldergrove Mall. The mall, which is mostly vacant, was b...

Escobar
May 1, 2018

Should This Narcos Themed "EscoBAR" in Vancouver Change Its Name?

The life of notorious drug lord, Pablo Escobar, makes for captivating television; however, not everyone is thrilled about his rise in popularity....

4/20 Event
Apr 19, 2018

Vancouver Has Significantly More DUIs & ER Visits After '4/20 Events'

While no doubt popular, the 4/20 event at Sunset Beach creates a great deal of backlash. For one thing, the event is expensive. Last year, it cos...

Female Taxi
Mar 28, 2018

Should Vancouver Get An All Female Taxi Service?

While taking any from of public transportation can be dangerous, many women feel decidedly unsafe in taxis. Not only do they often take them alon...