WBN News Kitsilano

Vancouver is a city known for its creative energy and cultural diversity and The Art Party is unlocking new possibilities for artists and musicians to thrive by blending immersive live music with digital art projections and grassroots tech innovation.

In a country where delays, red tape, and rising costs have become the norm in housing delivery, the federal government’s new Build Canada Homes plan enters the ring with bold promises—and familiar challenges.

FriendsQuarters is Vancouver’s newest co-working, media, and event space designed to elevate your workday and expand your network. Nestled in the heart of downtown, this community hub is redefining what it means to work, connect, and thrive.

Kitsilano schools and community members will join millions across Canada for the Terry Fox Run, honoring his legacy with fundraising and unity.

Anglo American merges with Teck to create Anglo Teck, a $50-$53B copper leader—Canada-based, globally listed, to meet AI and EV-driven demand.

Iconic waterfront restaurant The Boathouse in Kitsilano will close Sept 21 due to lease expiry, signaling change for Vancouver’s beach scene.

With Westbank out, OPTrust and the Squamish Nation steer Sen̓áḵw’s 6,000 homes, reshaping Vancouver housing and Indigenous-led development.

Venture capital funding for blockchain and Bitcoin startups is showing signs of a powerful rebound. In Q1 2025 alone, $4.8 billion was raised—marking a 54% jump from the previous quarter and the highest quarterly total since Q3 2022.