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Kitsilano neighbourhood vibe

Kitsilano

“Where the jagged mountain peaks meet the vast Pacific ocean.”

The heartbeat of active West Coast living. Beach culture, yoga studios, and organic markets with stunning mountain views.

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Gastown neighbourhood vibe

Gastown

“Historic soul, cobblestone streets, and a relentless culinary heart.”

The birthplace of the modern city. Vancouver's oldest neighbourhood — the Steam Clock, speakeasies, and a vibrant food scene.

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“The urban forest where Stanley Park meets a tapestry of diverse global communities.”

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“A vertical canvas of mural art, microbreweries, and creative energy.”

The district where imagination lives. Craft breweries, street art, and the city's best independent coffee shops.

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14APRIL
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BC Provincial Health Officer’s Declaration of a Public Health Emergency

Citywide Vancouver Tuesday, April 14, 2026 City Hall's flag will be at half-mast in honour of BC Provincial Health Officer’s Declaration of a Public Health Emergency. Event type : Community Campaign, project, or topic : Flag observance Neighbourhoods : All of Vancouver Audiences : All ages Languages : English Organizer type : City of Vancouver Organizer name : External Protocol

15APRIL
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WALK30 x Vancouver: Connector Connections Walk

Yaletown-Roundhouse Station Vancouver 220 Davie St, Vancouver, BC V6B 5X8 Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 12 – 1pm Keep WALK30 moving and join us for a relaxing walk as we experience the improved walking and cycling connections across the Granville Bridge together. Starting at Yaletown-Roundhouse SkyTrain Station at 12:00pm, we’ll follow the new Pacific Street Bikeway as we walk up and over the Granville Connector, taking in the urban landscapes and mountain views along the way all while logging some strong walking minutes for WALK30! Our walk concludes at the famous Granville Island where you can grab a bite to eat, relax, connect, and take in the waterfront views. No registration is required, just show up and look for the WALK30 sign! Event type : Community Campaign, project, or topic : Climate Emergency Neighbourhoods : Downtown Audiences : All ages Languages : English Sustainability : Near public transit Organizer type : Community organization Organizer name : BEST Mobility Organizer website :  www.walk30.ca

18APRIL
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SPEC Repair Cafe

Dunbar Community Centre 4747 Dunbar Street Vancouver, BC V6S 2H2 Saturday, April 18, 2026, 9:30am – 1:30pm Repair Cafés bring together local repair volunteers with a knack for repairing who are willing to lend their knowledge and show event participants how to carry out repairs. Community members are encouraged to bring computers/laptops, bicycles, small appliances, textiles, and electronics to be diagnosed and, if possible, repaired. Please note: Only 1 item per person per event. Visitors must sign a waiver of liability to participate. New replacement parts are not provided by the Repair Cafe or volunteer fixers. We are unable to repair large appliances at this time. Ensure your item is clean of dirt, food particles or grease. Clothing/textiles should be laundered – fixers may refuse to repair if the item is not clean. Register for SPEC's Repair Cafe and review house rules at the registration website linked below. Event type : Community Campaign, project, or topic : Share, reuse, repair events Neighbourhoods : All of Vancouver Ticket price : Free Registration website :  trellis.org… Organizer type : Community organization Organizer name : Society Promoting Environmental Conservation Organizer website :  spec.bc.ca… Organizer email :  repaircafe@spec.bc.ca

18APRIL
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Chinatown Cleanup

Chinatown Storytelling Centre 168 E Pender St, Vancouver Saturday, April 18, 2026, 10:15am – 12:15pm Join us for a litter cleanup in Chinatown on Saturday, April 18th from 10:15am- 12:15pm to keep the neighbourhood looking spectacular! We will meet inside the Chinatown Storytelling Centre (168 E Pender St) . We will provide cleanup equipment such as gloves, litter pickers or tongs, and garbage bags, but you are also welcome to bring your own. Please follow the registration link below to sign up, and reach out to cleanup@vancouver.ca if you have any questions. Event type : Community Campaign, project, or topic : Cleanup party Neighbourhoods : Downtown Audiences : All ages Sustainability : Near public transit Ticket price : Free Registration website :  bttr.im… Organizer type : City of Vancouver Organizer name : Solid Waste Services Organizer email :  cleanup@vancouver.ca