We must presume that there are readers who know the actor Robert Downey Jr. but who are unaware of the work of his father. Robert Downey Sr. was a filmmaker in his own right, active between 1953 and ...

There’s something different in the air at any battle of the bands event. The people in the crowd don’t know what to expect—they’re just hoping against hope that no one bombs, and then, when they’re ...

After a short intermission, the Scottish merry-makers returned for a four-song encore, including what Bowes called "the worst Alestorm song ever": the rapid, ridiculous saga of "Wooden Leg!". The band ...

Whale watching and marine tours have become one of the most memorable experiences for travellers visiting Vancouver Island.

The STICKY Show returns to Vancouver for its fifth annual show on June 12 and 13, bringing together more than 100 artists from across Canada, the United States, and Asia for a group exhibition where ...

A new tour is bringing Vancouver’s maritime history beyond the museum walls. The Vancouver Maritime Museum and Vancouver By Sea have launched the Vancouver Maritime Experience, a tour that takes ...

Make new friends celebrating Burnaby’s Environment Week by removing invasive Ivy & other plants in Ron McLean Park! ‍♀️ No experience needed! All ages, & abilities welcome! Bring you friends & family!

Justin, You were visiting Salt Spring Island. We met at Moby's Pub - there was a reggae band playing. I told you I grew up in the Kootenays. Hit me up! Robin ...

If you’ve been following along in the local Vancouver music scene, you’re undoubtedly excited about what the just announced ...

In Faith Erin Hicks’ new graphic novel Inbetweens, animation leaps off the page. The colourful, page-turning middle-grade book follows the story of twin sisters, Sloane and Ash, who are spending the ...

What’s In Your Fridge is where the Straight asks interesting creatives about their life-changing concerts, favourite albums, and, most importantly, what’s sitting beside the Heinz ketchup in their ...

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