Situated atop wooden pilings over the mighty Fraser River, the Gulf of Georgia Cannery is one of the few remaining 19th century salmon canneries in BC. In its heyday, the Cannery was the largest building of its kind and the leading producer of canned salmon in BC. Now a dynamic
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Granville Island Kids Market is the place to be for kids (and young-at-heart adults). In addition to the plentiful stores and activities, the Kids Market hosts free, drop-in events for kids each month. Check back to see what’s happening each month. July 12| 12pm-1:30pm| Macrame Craft July 13 | 11am-5pm|
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Vancouver has entered its *Summer Era*. This city is beautiful year-round, but the mountains and the ocean look especially stunning in the full sun. With summer in full swing, there are plenty of events and activities happening for families! Don’t miss the outdoor concerts, outdoor movies, and plenty of great
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Home Depot invites kids ages 5-12 to learn how to build a new item the second Saturday of each month! All materials will be provided, and the workshop is totally FREE! The catch? You must register *at least* one week in advance to secure your spot. These workshops are incredibly
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Did you know that you can explore popular Metro Vancouver parks, learn new information about the local areas and wildlife from educational guides for FREE? Metro Vancouver parks host exciting events throughout the year for families to find out more about nature and the environment around them. Check out these
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Staples Stores are offering FREE in-store crafts and activities for kids! These monthly events feature popular brands such as Crayola, LEGO, Staedler and more. Pre-registration is required; click on the city titles below to register. How to Train Your Dragon Adventure Date: July 2, 2025 Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00
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Enjoy Cineplex Family Favourites on Saturday mornings at 11am. Watch a family favourite film each week for a discounted rate ($3.99 plus tax *in theatre price). It’s a fun and affordable way to enjoy the weekend with your family! June 28: Dog-Man   Cineplex Family Favourites: Date: Saturdays 2025 Time:
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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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Who doesn’t love a round of mini golf? The kids love the whimsical courses and the parents get to feel like a giant-for-the-day. We’ve compiled a comprehensive list of mini golf facilities in Vancouver and across the Lower Mainland. I don’t know about your kids, but mine treat every game
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Enjoy a Summer of Fun at Indigo! Every Saturday during July between 11:00AM and 1:00PM, kids can register to participate in an hour of storytime and crafts. Each reservation will also earn a $5 Indigo/Chapters/Coles gift card! July 5: Bluey Playtime Party July 12: Pokemon Trade and Play July 19:
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