North Shore Community News

North Shore non-profit aims to keep seniors and pets together at home

The group has a history of keeping seniors united with their best friends. Now they want to expand on the North Shore.

Sep 2, 2023 7:00 AM Read more >

Time Traveller: Day-tripping to Bowen Island with Captain Jack Cates

Captain John Andrew “Jack” Cates formed the Terminal Steamship Company in 1902 in hopes of establishing Bowen Island as a thriving tourist resort

Aug 27, 2023 7:05 AM Read more >

Time Traveller: North Van's Nye sisters go for a swim in the 1920s

Upon her death in 1997, Florence Mary "Mollie" Nye's long-time home was turned into a small community centre for Lynn Valley

Aug 20, 2023 7:05 AM Read more >

This hidden North Van bookstore holds Persian cultural treasures

Tucked away on Lonsdale Avenue, Nima Library and Bookstore is a place where readers can discover a wide range of Persian books

Aug 19, 2023 6:50 PM Read more >

Unlock the secrets to aging well at upcoming Expo in West Vancouver

Join researchers, wellness experts, exhibitors, and hundreds of other seniors on Friday, September 8 at the West Vancouver Seniors’ Activity Centre to learn about the cognitive, physical, social, financial, and nutritional aspects of aging successfully in B.C.

Aug 14, 2023 8:00 AM Read more >

Time Traveller: Camping in a 'Teardrop' trailer in 1946

Camping exploded in popularity following the Second World War, in part because military supplies were repurposed to make gear such as these unique trailers

Aug 13, 2023 7:05 AM Read more >

North Vancouver sandwich shop specializes in Persian classics

Lonsdale Avenue’s Hidra Sandwich features “Dah-e Shasti,” a category of Persian food that holds a special place for the generation that was born in the 1980s

Aug 12, 2023 5:55 PM Read more >

Retirement home takes top spot in Best of the West culinary competition

PARC Retirement Living bested several high-end restaurants at the Harmony Arts Festival competition in West Vancouver with their sous vide lamb loin

Aug 11, 2023 7:30 PM Read more >

North Shore Streamkeepers use 'spider excavator' to restore salmon habitat

The rare machine does whatever a spider can, which will help Lynn Creek’s salmon.

Aug 11, 2023 10:58 AM Read more >

Carson Graham student outshines in World Scholar's Cup

13-year-old Sloane Kinney, who was just crowned top Junior Scholar at the international event, is also in the running for the top spot at the Tournament of Champions this November

Aug 11, 2023 7:05 AM Read more >

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