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Finally! The snow is starting to sprinkle back on the North Shore mountains and I’m (as the locals say) stoked! While the first day of Winter is on 22nd November, people are snapping up their season passes (me included) for the nearby mountains which will be opening soon. Cypress Mountain is one of the most popular ski resorts in Vancouver, BC, and it’s easy to see why. With over 600 acres of skiable terrain, Cypress Mountain offers something for everyone, from beginners to advanced ...
10 Big Questions About Dealing with Mental Health as a Dad (And How to Answer Them)
Part One Mental health is a crucial aspect of overall well-being, and it’s essential to prioritize it for everyone, including dads. However, many dads may not know how to approach mental health or may feel uncomfortable discussing it. In this article, we’ll explore ten big questions about ...
Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical – VANCOUVER
Forget Taylor Swift’s tour, the only event worth getting tickets for this season is How The Grinch Stole Christmas. Ok, well maybe both, but still. Innovation Arts and Entertainment is proud to present Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical for 7 performances at The Centre ...
Holiday Gift List: 2023’s Best Cameras under $2,500 – Plus How to Take Great Photos
I was going to publish these articles as separate pieces, but in the interest of giving you, the reader, all the value in just one place, here you go. As a parent, I’m forever trying to take photos that will look good on a calendar, a photo book, or to send to relatives to frame for their ...
Holiday Gifts 2023: The Best eReaders
I know it’s only October, but you wouldn’t believe how many emails the SocialDad inbox has been getting from brands wanting a feature. Like four of them. Slow down! Yikes. But as a Dad, I like to have an e-reader in my pocket or glovebox for whenever I need to wait for a drop-off, ...
Nikon Announces a Full-Frame Z f Retro Camera
Ever since taking my F-301 to school, taking portraits of my friends, and developing the prints at home, I’ve had a soft spot for Nikon. It was the camera that took me through my street photography thesis at university and has since been passed onto another student learning the ropes. ...
Preparing for a Sudden Evacuation: A Guide for Just in Case
Life is full of uncertainties, especially during wildfire season and going right into hurricane and storm season, and while we can’t predict every twist and turn, we can certainly prepare ourselves to face them head-on. Sudden evacuations are one such challenge that might catch us ...
Tips for Parents and Children Starting a New School Year
As summer comes to an end, parents are preparing their children to start a new school year. This can be especially daunting for parents of children starting kindergarten or elementary school. Here are some tips for both parents and children to make the transition as smooth as possible. A while ...
Zipping through the Streets of Vancouver: The Electric Bicycle Revolution. Where to buy, styles, prices, and store locations.
Vancouverites! If you’ve ever found yourself pedaling furiously up a steep hill, sweat dripping down your brow, while silently cursing those lucky souls breezing by on their fancy e-bikes, fret no more! The rise of e-bicycles has taken our beautiful city by storm, revolutionizing the way ...