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Family travel takes planning
THE kids were toddlers, the wedding was in Toronto and we lived in Vancouver. Our oldest, Chelsea, was just barely toilet-trained and her brother was in diapers.
Know the simple science of urban agriculture
THROUGHOUT human history, plants have been used to create sanctuary, feed and clothe humanity and to cure illness.
Surprise grad cap in hand
IT'S the season for caps and gowns and celebrating your loved one's big day.
Warm days of summer can't arrive soon enough
On Friday, the sun will be high and the day will be long. And I'll be raising a toast to summer.
InFocus part 4: Hustlin’ with Dino Archie (WITH VIDEO)
In the fourth episode of the Courier’s five-part video series exploring Vancouver’s standup comedy scene...
What patients need to know before getting that prescription filled
It is a well-worn ritual. Near the end of your medical visit, the doctor gives you a prescription. Traditionally, it is handwritten, and because calligraphy isn't a prerequisite for medical school, you may not be able to read it.
Best blooms for summer
Now that June has arrived, spectacular flowers are unfolding - huge blooms, intense colours and a presence that can be fondly remembered long after they fade.
What you need to know before filling prescriptions
It is a well-worn ritual. Near the end of your medical visit, the doctor gives you a prescription. Traditionally, it is handwritten and because calligraphy isn't a prerequisite for medical school, you may not be able to read it.
Will the NDP campaign better in Kelowna?
"You know Westside-Kelowna has been represented by two premiers in the past, both of whom travelled a lot - you know, were outside the riding a lot - but delivered a lot for the community, for Kelowna; really changed the place because they were premier."
Be prescription informed
It is a well-worn ritual. Near the end of your medical visit, the doctor gives you a prescription. Traditionally, it is handwritten and because calligraphy isn't a prerequisite for medical school, you may not be able to read it.
Coal the next battleground
While those two oil pipeline proposals from Enbridge and Kinder Morgan have been hogging the limelight in recent months, another part of the energy debate is about to elbow its way onto the public stage.
Theatre review: Lost in space
This eagerly-awaited offering from Electric Company is so far from what I expected that the day after opening night I’m still in a state of disbelief.
Price fixers should be dipped in bad chocolate
You get robbed at gunpoint, you know you’re a victim of a crime. Your bank account is emptied by scammers, you know you’re a victim of a crime.
B.C. cabinet ministers get firm orders
Nineteen cabinet ministers got 19 personal letters from Premier Christy Clark after their swearing-in last week.
State of the Arts: Band-hopping Grdina makes most of Jazz Fest
Gordon Grdina will play six of the 11 nights of the Vancouver International Jazz Festival, June 21 to July 1, in four different groups.
Oh, the humanity!
Vancouver improv troupe the Fictionals are bringing their brand of irreverent comedy to the Rio Theatre with Improv Against Humanity.
InFocus part 3: It ain’t easy making green (WITH VIDEO)
In the third episode of the Courier’s five-part video series exploring Vancouver’s standup comedy scene, comedians discuss the sobering reality of making a living as a standup comic in Vancouver.
