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Birthday Venues

- Birthday Venues
- March 9, 2016
Vancouver Birthday Party Services That Come to You

Whether your comedy act is getting old or you draw the line at entertaining your child's ten best friends, hiring an entertainer or birthday party service is money well spent. In Vancouver, our options are as vast as our child's imaginations are large; here are a few of our in-house party favourites.
- Birthday Venues
- January 20, 2016
Best Kids’ Birthday Party Spots in Vancouver

Check out the latest and greatest birthday party offerings in your Vancouver neighbourhood and let your child shine like the star they are on their special day.
- Birthday Venues
- March 4, 2014
Mountains of Birthday Fun

Hosting a cool birthday party has never been easier, thanks to Mount Seymour's snow tubing, tobogganing, and snowshoe packages.
- Birthday Venues
- January 10, 2008
A Greener Party

It's tough to win the Happy Hostess Award with winter birthdays.

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Restaurants

- Restaurants
- June 13, 2017
The Best Ice Cream Shops in Vancouver

Summer is nearly upon us, so you better map out your ice cream game plan real quick. Here are the best places to treat the kiddos (and yourself) in Vancouver this summer.
- Restaurants
- June 12, 2017
Best Spots for Kid-Friendly Brunch in Vancouver

We know the days of brunch seem like they're over once children are involved, but that doesn't need to be a reality. Try these brunch spots and relive those times—if only for a day.
- Restaurants
- April 26, 2017
8 Kid-Friendly Mexican Restaurants in Vancouver

It’s a known fact: kids love Mexican food. The flavours are pleasing to their little palates—which suits us just fine. We’ve rounded up the best kid-friendly Mexican restaurants in Vancouver. Provecho!
- Restaurants
- October 26, 2016
7 Kid-Friendly Sushi Restaurants in Vancouver

What says ‘Vancouver' more than sushi? Here are the best kid-friendly sushi restaurants in Vancouver.

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Attractions

- Attractions
- January 5, 2017
How to Get out and Enjoy Winter in Vancouver

What better way to welcome 2016 than to slip and slide into it with those you cherish most. Here are some frosty fun ways to make the most of our winter weather.
- Attractions
- November 9, 2016
Inside the World’s Smallest Mobile Classroom

We chatted with Zee Kesler, artist, educator and founder of the Tiny Community Centre (also known as the Magic Trout Imaginarium) to talk about the world's smallest mobile classroom.
- Attractions
- October 12, 2016
Pumpkin Patches in Vancouver
- Attractions
- September 21, 2016
10 Things Under $10 You Can Do When It’s Raining in Vancouver

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Outdoor Play

- Outdoor Play
- June 22, 2017
An Amazing Little Getaway: Harrison Hot Springs

Looking for a great day trip in the Vancouver area? Harrison Hot Springs is a 90 minute drive east of Vancouver and offers up the option for your family to just float around the hot springs-fed pools at the resort, or explore a ton of outdoorsy activities in the local area.
- Outdoor Play
- June 20, 2017
4 Awesome and Free Splash Pads in Vancouver

Vancouver has no shortage of really great splash pads and water parks. And did we mention they're free? Here are 4 of the best in the city for you and your little ones to splash around in this summer.
- Outdoor Play
- June 7, 2017
Beyond Stanley Park: Underrated Parks and Green Spaces in Vancouver

We love Stanley, but there are many, many hidden gems in Vancouver to explore. Here are a few of our favourite underappreciated parks and green spaces.
- Outdoor Play
- July 4, 2016
8 Best Beaches in Vancouver

The dog days of summer aren't over yet. Here are our fave beaches for a swim and staying cool in Vancouver.

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Indoor Play

- Indoor Play
- September 1, 2015
7 Indoor Playgrounds in Vancouver

The kids are bouncing off the walls, but what do you do when Mother Nature seems determined to keep you cooped up indoors? Let your little Tigger get some quality playtime in with our 7 indoor playgrounds.
- Indoor Play
- February 13, 2014
Play Bearfoot in Your Socks

Looking for a place to escape to with your littles on a rainy cold Vancouver winter day? The Bearfoot indoor playground is a place to let your children play, imagine, and move in a clean, safe and stimulating environment while you enjoy a cup of coffee.
- Indoor Play
- January 3, 2013
10 Ways to Have Fun with Your Family

If the holiday bills have you counting your pennies, then we've got the scoop on the best ways to keep the kids entertained without breaking the bank. Find out more.
- Indoor Play
- May 3, 2007
100 Miles From Here

What's the latest on the green cuisine scene? A diet on which you count miles, not calories.

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Events

- Events
- June 1, 2017
Vancouver: The Savvy Guide to June

Here’s your guide to conquering June in Vancouver and making it through this crazy month like a boss.
- Events
- May 3, 2017
Vancouver: The Savvy Guide to May

Here's your guide to making the most of the month: from a buzzy book to the trendiest patio accessories, here's what we're shopping for, eating, and doing this May.
- Events
- April 12, 2017
Easter Events for Families on in Vancouver This Weekend

We’ve got three full days to revel in the joy of Easter. Here are our picks for the very best family-friendly Easter events on in Vancouver this long weekend.
- Events
- April 5, 2017
8 Family-Friendly Spring Festivals in Vancouver

The warmer weather finally here and everyone wants to spend more time outdoors! These are the best family-friendly festivals on this April through June.

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Shopping

- Shopping
- May 17, 2017
Little Bean + Co Opens Brick-and Mortar Shop in Abbotsford

Little Bean + Co, a children's clothing and accessory boutique, has expanded out of their Boler trailer into a storefront in Abbotsford.
- Shopping
- March 15, 2017
Kid-Friendly Spas and Nail Bars in Vancouver

Whether you’re preparing for a warm-weather vacation or just looking for a fun mommy-and-me outing, these Vancouver spas and nail bars happily cater to kids.
- Shopping
- December 6, 2016
Made in Vancouver: Local Gifts from the YVR

Making poor gift choices is so last year—this year we're giving special, unique and thoughtful prezzies by choosing locally crafted masterpieces. There's no shortage of talent to choose from in Vancouver—gifted artisans are as plentiful as the snowflakes falling on our mountains.
- Shopping
- December 5, 2016
Retro Fit

Stereotypes are for mass marketing, not for your originally crafted bundle of joy. So you won't see any typical baby blue or bubblegum pink in the Mabel line of cool retro-style threads for babies.

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Camps

- Camps
- March 7, 2017
The Best Vancouver Summer Day Camps

Not only does the early bird get the worm, the early parent to register gets the summer camp of their choice. So organize your summer now and avoid a lot of complaining on their part and bribery on yours.
- Camps
- May 12, 2015
6 Fun Summer Day Camps in Vancouver

Summer's coming, and with it, the inevitable boredom that arrives soon after school ends. Avoid the pitfalls of ‘I have nothing to do' by organizing their summer camps while there's still space.
- Camps
- May 21, 2014
The Best Summer Day Camps for Kids in Vancouver

Two words make us quiver at the onset of summer: 'I'm bored'. Fortunately we live in Vancouver, which is swimming in awesome summer camps to choose from. Here are our top picks for summer 2014.
- Camps
- May 9, 2013
10 Cool Camps to Try Out

We researched and vetted some great summer camps in Vancouver. Find out more.

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Classes

- Classes
- July 13, 2016
7 Unique Classes For Kids in Vancouver
- Classes
- August 20, 2015
Unique Extracurricular Classes for Kids

It's painful but true: parents are getting ready for back to school, even if our children are not. And signing up for extracurricular activities is high on our priority list, so here are some fantastic unique options to check out for the developing minds in your tender loving care.
- Classes
- April 9, 2015
Sweet Dreams

Meditation has become a buzzword, and along with it, useful mantras that help calm and quiet the mind. When your children have trouble sleeping, give these a try.
- Classes
- April 24, 2014
Spin Your Wheels

We are getting geared up for bike season by testing our tires on the local BMX bike parks. And we have happily discovered that these parks are not just for expert riders, they are a great, safe place for kids to have fun, too.

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Active

- Active
- October 15, 2015
Checking Out 'She's Fit': A New Fitness Centre for Women

Wet sneakers shouldn't be an excuse not to exercise. It's time to take your fitness routine inside, and we have more options now with She's Fit, a line of women's only fitness centres in Vancouver.
- Active
- August 5, 2015
The Best Pools in Vancouver

It's been a hot one, but luckily Vancouver has great public pools to cool you down. Here are the best ones to make a splash in this summer.
- Active
- March 19, 2015
Keep Calm and Yoga On

An hour of yoga can be restorative and rejuvenating, so committing to five consecutive days of yoga might just be the jolt you need. Try one of these mini-retreats from Semperviva or YYoga.
- Active
- January 23, 2014
It's Too Cold to Stay Inside

Sure it's cold outside, but we're Canadian, and we know that the best way to warm up is to dress properly and keep moving (not go inside). So we say lace up and take advantage of the west coast weather and get running in Vancouver.

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Sports

- Sports
- October 9, 2014
What’s Good for the Gander Is Great for the Slopes

Thanksgiving is not just about the turkey. For skiers and snowboarders, it's the weekend to update equipment and slide into some new long underwear. The legendary Whistler Blackcomb Ski and Snowboard Turkey Sale and Swap runs October 10-13, and is the perfect time to outfit your little ski bunny for the mountains.

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Child Care

- Child Care
- May 18, 2017
How to Find a Family Doctor in Vancouver

If you find yourself needing a new doctor, be prepared: it may require a bit of work on your part to find one. Thankfully, there are several different ways to go about finding a family doctor in the Vancouver area.
- Child Care
- January 4, 2017
How Do You Find Community as a Mom? 3 Vancouver Moms Weigh In

Three Vancouver moms weigh in on how they find community as a mom and how they find their ‘village,' or make other mom friends.
- Child Care
- September 7, 2016
Cuddle or Cry It out? 4 Local Moms Weigh in

Last month, we asked four Vancouver moms their opinions on the bored vs.
- Child Care
- August 11, 2016
Bored or Busy? How 4 Local Moms Make It Work in Summer

At this point in the summer, moms and families are either well settled into a summertime rhythm or fed up with patchwork childcare and the day camp hustle.

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Our Top Picks: Best Summer Shoes For Kids

Our Top Picks: Best Summer Shoes for Kids

June 19, 2017

Sandals for cool toes and water play are a must, but some sneaks may also be required for anything from rock climbing to hikes and sprints. We’ve rounded up our favourites here to keep those little toes safely shod for summer.

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The Savvy Guide to June

June 1, 2017Here’s your guide to conquering June and making it through this crazy month like a boss.

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Easy Yoga Poses any Kid Can Do

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April 20, 2017 For managing stress, calming down before bedtime, or practicing body awareness, yoga is a great tool

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