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Canyon rescues keep firefighters busy

Canyon rescues keep firefighters busy

District of North Vancouver firefighters were in cool water and on hot rocks this Labour Day long weekend as a host of risk-takers needed rescuing.
Paving truck careens across Lonsdale

Paving truck careens across Lonsdale

Some Lonsdale Avenue residents got an unwelcome wake-up call last Thursday night when an out-of-control construction truck stopped within inches of an apartment building.
Students build bridges with backpacks

Students build bridges with backpacks

Backpacks. But without the textbooks and notepads that usually pile up in a student’s school bag.
5 skills the visual arts teach your kids

5 skills the visual arts teach your kids

The impact of a visual arts education extends far beyond the creation of images.
Art-based activities abound for kids on the North Shore

Art-based activities abound for kids on the North Shore

Summertimeon the North Shore is filled with events to keep kids engaged and inspired, and some of the most memory-making activities involve art. “First, there’s our summer camps in July,” says Yolande Martinello, Director of Artists for Kids.
Keep your child connected to their creativity this summer

Keep your child connected to their creativity this summer

The summer months provide a special time for kids to explore their creativity and discover new skills. By planning activities and events in July and August, you can inspire a wealth of learning in your young artist throughout the school break.
Artists for Kids brings its award-winning program to Summer Camp

Artists for Kids brings its award-winning program to Summer Camp

Since 1990, Artists for Kids has been inspiring young people on the North Shore with their unique artist- and teacher-led programs .
4 Tips for getting the most out of your Baby Registry

4 Tips for getting the most out of your Baby Registry

We’re all familiar with and grateful for gift registries that point us in the right direction for buying that perfect gift for special occasions.
Choosing the right baby stroller to fit your active lifestyle

Choosing the right baby stroller to fit your active lifestyle

“The first thing to remember,” says July Lu, co-owner of Active Baby along with husband, Chen, “is that there is no one stroller that can fit every purpose. You need to select a stroller that fits your lifestyle.
Keeping the active baby safe at home and at play

Keeping the active baby safe at home and at play

"Active babies are healthier and sleep better," says young mom and entrepreneur, July Lu. July and her husband, Chen, own Active Baby , a unique store that caters to the active and outdoor lifestyle of young parents on the North Shore.