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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
- August 9, 2017
7 Kid-Friendly Sushi Restaurants in Vancouver

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

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Attractions

- Attractions
- September 21, 2017
Sports Events in Vancouver: The Perfect Family Outing

Not only is heading out to a game a great way to take in a new experience, it also makes for a really awesome family outing. Here's a 'bucket list' of Vancouver sporting events.
- Attractions
- September 13, 2017
8 Vancouver Moms Who Are Killing It on Instagram

From spectacular scenery to everyday mom moments (#momlife), we've put together a list of our favourite Vancity moms who are rocking it on Instagram.
- Attractions
- September 6, 2017
Apple Orchards & Pumpkin Farms in the Vancouver Area

Our favourite u-pick apple orchards, pumpkin patches and family farms to visit in the Vancouver area—perfect for fresh fall outings with the family!
- Attractions
- August 30, 2017
6 Family Day Trips Around Vancouver

We say go forth and explore all that Vancouver and her surrounding waters have to offer. These six picks for the perfect day trip with kids will help you get the most out of summer.

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Outdoor Play

- Outdoor Play
- September 14, 2017
The 4 Best Places to See Fall Foliage in Vancouver

Vancouver is known for its towering Douglas Firs, but its patchwork of autumn colours and gorgeous fall foliage are also a sight for eyes big and small to behold.
- Outdoor Play
- July 20, 2017
5 Places to Take Your Kids Hiking This Summer

With summer here, the trails are calling to go hiking. South Western British Columbia has a bunch of great options for taking the kids hiking. Here are a few of our top picks.
- Outdoor Play
- July 11, 2017
Best Outdoor 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.
- 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.

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Indoor Play

- Indoor Play
- October 15, 2017
7 Awesome Kids Indoor Playgrounds in Vancouver

When the weather is keeping you cooped up indoors and the rain, rain won’t go away, there are still lots of options for fun. Check out these indoor play places in the area.
- 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.

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Events

- Events
- October 9, 2017
7 Spooktacular Halloween Events in Vancouver

Pumpkins and dancing and treats—oh my! There's a lot to do in Vancouver in preparation for the big night. Here are seven fun Halloween events.
- Events
- October 1, 2017
6 Things to Do Around Vancouver This Thanksgiving Weekend

There is so much to see and do around Vancouver this fall. Here's some great family activities on your to-do list before you settle down for your feast.
- Events
- June 29, 2017
Things To Do in Vancouver in July

There are a bunch of things to do around Vancouver this month, so we’re rounding up a few of our favourite activities, festivals and, of course, Canada Day festivities.
- 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.

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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
- July 18, 2017
Summer Camps in Vancouver That Still Have Openings

Here are a few summer camps in Vancouver that float beneath the radar and still have spots available. You’re welcome!
- Camps
- July 5, 2017
A Cool Day Camp for Your Budding Broadcast Journalists

Have you got a little journalist in your house? Here’s a pretty cool summer day camp for kids if you do.
- 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.

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Classes

- Classes
- August 23, 2017
6 Unique After-School Classes For Kids in Vancouver

Say goodbye to your standard art and dance classes and hello to some of Vancouver's unique classes for kids. (A circus school and improv troupe? Sign us up!).
- Classes
- August 23, 2015
3 Fun Extracurricular Classes for Kids in Vancouver

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
- September 28, 2017
Unique Ways to Get Your Kids Active in Vancouver

If you're looking for opportunities to let your kids run wild and play like monkeys more often, the lower mainland has lots of great options for just that.
- 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.

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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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Pick Of The Week: My Golden Ticket Personalized Book

Pick of the Week: My Golden Ticket Personalized Book

October 15, 2017

Cute alert! Roald Dahl has opened the doors to Willy Wonka's factory with this personalized kids' book: My Golden Ticket.

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Why Buy Organic?

August 21, 2017We’ve come up with a handy infographic, full of tips and pointers so you know what to look out for when buying organic.

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New Baby, New Job: Why So Many Mothers Are Changing Careers After Baby

Group of women attending a training, working together and discussing.

August 18, 2017

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