Odlum Brown Van Open Tennis Tournament

It’s one of the biggest sporting events of the summer for West Vancouver. The Odlum Brown Van Open tennis tournament, presented by Invesco, took place last week at Hollyburn Country Club. And while the action on the courts is always top notch, so are the people that help put it all together. Sitting in the …

Singer Chantal Kreviazuk Headlines Baldy Hughes Gala

It’s called a “Therapeutic Community” and it works. Inspired and modelled on the San Patrignano community in Italy, the Baldy Hughes centre is a highly-effective, year-long addiction treatment facility located outside Prince George. It was brought to life by former West Vancouver businessman and founding member Kevin England and a team of philanthropic citizens who …

Joe Fresh Fashions Opening Night Event

It’s fun fashion that everyone wants. And judging from the launch, and the lineups, the new Joe Fresh store in North Vancouver is well on its way to becoming a popular shop stop for young fashionistas everywhere. Last week the clothier held a VIP opening preview night inviting friends and notables for a special champagne …

Party at the Pier and Pirates in North Vancouver

It was a pirate invasion of sorts last weekend as The 7th Annual Party at the Pier was held in North Vancouver. The Lower Lonsdale Business Association, along with sponsors Port Metro Vancouver, Seaspan, Churchill Retirement Community, CTV, The Outlook and more, put on a show for all ages. Live entertainment, food, face painting and …

Vancouver Bentley Flying Spur Launch Event

It was cocktails, jazz, champagne and music at the Dilawri Group’s recent 2014 Bentley Flying Spur launch event. Held at the amazing Shangri-La Hotel, the event included invites for some of Vancouver’s best known businessmen and luxury car lovers. The theme was “The Great Gatsby” and came complete with Veuve Cliquot, canapes, cocktails, live music …

Canada Day on the North Shore

Break out the barbecues, grab the family and head to the beach. At least that’s how we roll over here on the North Shore on Canada Day. Those of us lucky enough to live here had more than a few celebrations to choose from including West Vancouver’s John Lawson Park, North Vancouver’s Waterfront and more. …