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Disney On Ice is Coming to Vancouver!

October 4, 2019

This Fall, Mickey’s Search Party is coming to Vancouver to bring the magic closer than ever. This brand-new immersive ice skating experience brings the magic closer to fans than ever before through engaging elements that take place on the ice, in the air, and in the seats, as performer athleticism mixes with acrobatics and aerial stunts to bring skating skills to new heights. An exciting participatory adventure told through multi-leveled performances that immerse fans into the ...

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5 Best Spots In Vancouver for Insta-Worthy Fall Photos

September 23, 2019

At last, it’s officially Fall. The leaves are turning beautiful shades of orange and lining the city. Of course, the only way you can demonstrate for your love for the season is by persuading your husband/wife/partner/long-suffering friend/random strangers to take a photo of you, letting ...

Brand Love, Dad-ing

Dapper Dads and Fashionable Fathers Share Their Summer Style Tips

July 26, 2019

Before I got married, black t-shirts and blue jeans were my go-to. I had about 5 sets of each and they always looked good, I thought. I’ve since learned a few tips thanks to my wife, my daughter, and Queer Eye being on Netflix (I French Tuck all the time now). My personal style is a mix ...

Dad-ing

Do Horses Have Bones? 11 Bizarre Bedtime Questions from My Daughter

March 28, 2019

My daughter’s bedtime is always a great time to settle down, process the day, and answer any lingering questions she’s thought about while playing in the park or chatting with her pre-school friends. They don’t always make a lot of sense, but I guess she has to figure ...

Cars and Trucks, Dad-ing

Sneak Peek: 2019 Vancouver Auto Show

March 19, 2019

Right now, all the cars are being polished, buffed, and lovingly attended in preparation for doors-open at 4 pm today, 19th March at the 99th Vancouver Auto Show. All the latest models from international and domestic car manufacturers are here. I don’t want to spoil it for you so ...

Dad-ing, sponsored

Passing on a Love for Storytime

March 1, 2019

I was always so excited to start a new book when I was a boy. In particular, I remember sitting in bed and trying to keep my eyes open, battling off sleep to finish another chapter of Roald Dahl’s The Witches. I read all of his books, but it was always that one which I used to read with ...

Dad-ing

Do Your Kids Celebrate Valentine’s Day at School?

February 8, 2019

Last night I was helping my nieces prepare Valentine’s Day cards and small gifts for their entire class. As my daughter is still too young for that, she just helped stick a few stickers on. I remember at my school when it wasn’t mandatory but encouraged. The popular girl got a few ...

Celebrate Chinese New Year at Metropolis at Metrotown

February 5, 2019

I love how Vancouver celebrates it’s many cultures, especially when it looks as beautiful as this. Metropolis at Metrotown is ringing in the Chinese Lunar new year in a big way with weeks of displays, shows, giveaways, and spectacles. In the Grand Court, the stunning red lantern display ...

Dad-ing

Why My Resolutions Are Entirely Selfish This Year

January 1, 2019

2018 was a hard year. There were plenty of busy times, family matters, and some real low points. Our journey through the IVF process has been crushingly difficult, and I’ve found more excuses to put myself second or third. Every time something came up that I thought would be fun, ...