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Today is National Seniors Day - have you done this?

Today is National Seniors Day - have you done this?

British Columbia Notaries are urging seniors and Baby Boomers are urging seniors to plan ahead for potential health surprises. In the leadup up to today's National Seniors Day (Oct.
Book Review: Head On by John Scalzi

Book Review: Head On by John Scalzi

John Scalzi’s Head On is the second in a series but it doesn’t really matter much. Though the world is set up in the first book, Head On is written as a stand-alone novel and there’s more than enough explanation of what’s going on to get you going.
You can experience living in The Grinch’s 'Whoville' this winter in this BC village

You can experience living in The Grinch’s 'Whoville' this winter in this BC village

A magical, Dr.Suess-inspired wonderland will transform Harrison Hot Springs with festive cheer this holiday season. From a Whoville-themed Village to a Cabin Style New Year’s celebration, the area will provide guests with unique holiday charm.
Column: It’s all the rage

Column: It’s all the rage

It’s all the rage! We’ve been saying that for ages, as we enthusiastically embrace a fad sweeping the country.
Column: Planting bulbs

Column: Planting bulbs

I can’t help myself. I have to talk about planting bulbs again, especially as time draws to a close as to when we can plant our favourite spring time flowers. Bulbs should be planted in your garden by at least end of October.
Column: The best day to buy Bordeaux wines

Column: The best day to buy Bordeaux wines

What’s the best time to purchase Bordeaux from the outstanding 2015 vintage? It’s Saturday Sept. 29 at Signature BC Liquor stores, especially at 39th and Cambie in Vancouver or Brighouse and Ironwood in Richmond. At 9:30 a.m.
OPINION: How B.C. educators can play a role in addressing the opioid overdose crisis

OPINION: How B.C. educators can play a role in addressing the opioid overdose crisis

Drug overdoses have killed 972 people in B.C. so far this year, according to the most recent statistics.
Elton John to play two nights in Vancouver on his farewell tour

Elton John to play two nights in Vancouver on his farewell tour

The countdown is officially on, and it’s just under the one-year mark: Legendary piano man Elton John will rock Vancouver for two nights next September as part of his Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour. John will be at Rogers Arena in Vancouver Sept.
Canada’s recreational cannabis market could hold key to future medicines

Canada’s recreational cannabis market could hold key to future medicines

Research and development at leading Canadian cannabis companies could refocus approaches to medical treatment
Get your pet blessed this weekend in Vancouver

Get your pet blessed this weekend in Vancouver

Annual Blessing of the Animals ceremony welcomes creatures of all types to Shaughnessy church