When businesses across Canada began to close in March, it was hard to imagine when and how things would begin to re-open again. And yet, here we are. Two months later, restrictions are starting to loosen (not disappear) and businesses across Metro Vancouver are slowly beginning to re-open. However, things will look different for a while. Businesses have had to adapt, prepare and implement all sorts of new strategies for keeping our city safe and healthy. Our desire for this post is to provide as many updates and links as we can to keep you in the know for what is opening, when, and what changes you can expect.

Stage 1 of the re-opening plan will begin on Tuesday, May 19 as outlined by the BC Government government here. This will include opening workplaces that meet public health guidelines and opening more outdoor spaces.

Update June 12

Outdoor pools in the City of Surrey will open on June 27th (half of the pools) and July 4th (the remaining pools). Indoor pools remain closed. Admission to the Surrey outdoor pools is FREE. Get more information here.

Spray parks in the City of Surrey will re-open on June 15th. Get more information here.

Spray parks in the City of Coquitlam will re-open on June 15th. Get more information here.

Hollywood 3 Cinemas, a family-owned movie theatre chain with venues in Surrey, Pitt Meadows, and White Rock is re-opening June 12. Get more information here.

BC restaurants and bars are no longer limited to 50% dine-in capacity. As long as 2m social distancing can be maintained, and groups of no more than 6 individuals are seated, restaurants are able to expand their seating capabilities. Get more information here.

Update June 9

FlyOver Canada is set to re-open on June 18th. You are invited to FlyOver Iceland from June 18 – August 31. Kids can fly FREE! Get more information here.

Stanley Park will be open to vehicles very soon (a specific date hasn’t yet been announced). There will be reduced capacity in place to ensure physical distancing accommodations. Get more information here.

Update June 8

The Vancouver Art Gallery is set to re-open on June 15. Get more information here.

Grouse Mountain is re-opening, using a phased-in approach, starting June 22. There are a number of new regulations so please familiarize yourself with them before proceeding to the mountain. Get more information here.

The Vancouver Maritime Museum is re-opening on June 11. The Museum has new hours (Thursday – Sunday, 10am – 5pm). Get more information here.

Update May 29

Outdoor recreation facilities in the City of Vancouver re-open as of May 29. This includes skate parks, synthetic sports fields, basketball and volleyball courts, disc golf, roller hockey, multisport courts, and 166 playgrounds. Get more information here.

Playgrounds and skate parks in the City of Surrey are set to re-open on June 1. Get more information here.

Playgrounds and outdoor fitness circuits in the City of Burnaby will re-open on June 1. Get more information here.

North Shore playgrounds (North Vancouver and West Vancouver) will re-open on June 1. Get more information here.

Playgrounds in Richmond will re-open on June 1. Get more information here.

Select playgrounds in New Westminster will re-open on June 1. Get more information here.

Playgrounds across the Tri-Cities (Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, and the village of Anmore) are set to re-open on June 1st. Get more information here.

Sports courts, outdoor fitness equipment, picnic shelters, playgrounds, the parkour park, and Sendall Gardens in the City of Langley are set to re-open on June 1. Get more information here.

Playgrounds in the Township of Langley will be re-opening starting June 1st using a phased approach. Get more information here.

Update May 22

Aquabus and False Creek Ferries re-open as of May 22. Get more information here.

The PNE invites everyone to the Mini Donut Drive-Thru. Get more information here.

The Sea to Sky Gondola is open to annual passholders (and their guests) as of May 22. Get more information here.

Nordstrom at Pacific Centre is re-opening May 22. Get more information here.

TransLink will begin fare collection and front-door boarding as of June 1st. Get more information here.

The majority of the Vancouver beaches and parks re-open parking as of May 22. Stanley Park and English Bay lots to remain closed. Get more information here.

BC Public Schools will open on a voluntary, part-time basis, as of June 1st. See full update here.

Update May 19

The City of Vancouver rescinded the order which shut down all restaurant table service as of May 19th. Restaurants are now allowed to serve guests inside as long as they are compliant with the new regulations issued by Dr Bonnie Henry. Get more information here.

TransLink’s SeaBus returns to regular late service hours as of May 19. The reduced frequency of every 30 minutes still remains in effect. Get more information here.

Update May 15

BC Parks are open for day use as of May 15. Camping at BC Parks is available as of June 1. Get more information here.

Farmers Markets across Metro Vancouver are open for the season. Get more information here.

VanDusen Botanical Garden opened to the public as of May 1st. Get more information here.

Pacific Centre re-open as of May 15. Get more information here.

While it is our desire at Family Fun Vancouver to provide you with information and options for having fun around Metro Vancouver, we encourage you to take the recommended public health measure seriously. Please continue to practice social distancing during these stages and make responsible decisions for your family and the people around you.

Looking for more tips on how to keep your kids occupied during the COVID-19 crisis? Find our best ideas, activities and inspiration here!