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Crisp Days & Crisp Apples: Apple Picking & Events in Metro Vancouver
Fall is here, and that means it’s apple season! In Metro Vancouver, we don’t have as many apple-picking events and orchards as our friends out East do, but that doesn’t mean the West Coast can’t enjoy crisp apples! Families everywhere are heading to orchards and farms to enjoy the simple
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Launch Your Child’s Learning at StrongStart Programs
I’ve spent many long, rainy afternoons with my young kids trying to find engaging and inexpensive activities to keep them busy and burn off some energy. Our favourites have been library storytimes and drop-in activities at local community centers. Still, after several repetitions of those programs, I was on the
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The Best Kids Consignment Shops
Shopping for kids’ clothes can be expensive, and many families are looking for ways to live more sustainably with their clothing choices. Hand-me-downs were the gold standard when I was a child, and my kids have been fortunate enough to grow up with bags of hand-me-downs from friends and family.
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Fresh Veggies & Tasty Treats: Metro Vancouver Farmers Markets
Why do I feel instantly healthier when I visit a farmer’s market? While there are dozens of farmers’ markets to enjoy in the summer, a few hardy souls keep the markets going through the Fall and Winter as well. No matter what community you live in, there is a farmer’s
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Things to Do in Vancouver With Kids: A 3-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary
Boy, it’s challenging to plan a trip in 2026! Between the high cost of living in the Lower Mainland, the unpredictable and ever-changing relationship with our neighbours down south, and the rising cost of trips to other family-friendly travel destinations, it can be daunting to sit down and figure out
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Stay Ahead of the Class: Metro Vancouver School Calendars
Starting a new school year involves more than buying school supplies and updating wardrobes; it’s also a carefully choreographed dance of dates. If you have one child in the school system, you may be able to keep track of start and end dates, holidays, and Pro-D days, but add extracurricular
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Best Lessons for Kids in Metro Vancouver: 🍂 Fall Edition 🍂
Wondering what to do with the kids after school? Once the school day ends, kids have an opportunity to pursue their passions and connect with kids from other schools through engaging lessons and classes. Extracurriculars provide kids with a chance to spend more time doing what they love. Check out
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Musical Theatre, Acting, and More: Kids Love Gateway Academy Theatre Classes
Did you know that many famous scholars credit performing arts, specifically acting, with their success later in life? Gateway Academy offers something for the extroverts and introverts in your life. Whether your child has been singing and dancing around the house since they could walk or is terrified to step
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Dine on a Budget! Here’s Where Kids Eat FREE (or cheap) in Vancouver
Weeknights are busy, and sometimes, it’s nice to be able to eat at a restaurant as a family without spending a fortune. As we all know, the cost of food has skyrocketed in the last few years, and when the cost of food is so high, everyone feels the pinch,
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Need a Train Fix? Ultimate Guide to Train Rides & Activities in Metro Vancouver
Reasons why trains make the perfect family activity: They are intricate, and no two train attractions are exactly alike. This means your kids will never tire of seeing a new train. Riding a train is exciting. How fast will it go? What sounds will you hear? What will you see
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