General Information
Vancouver is a major city in Western Canada, located in the Lower Mainland region of British Columbia. As the most populous city in the province, the 2021 Canadian census recorded 662,248 people in the city, up from 631,486 in 2016. The Metro Vancouver area had a population of 2.6 million in 2021, making it the third-largest metropolitan area in Canada. Greater Vancouver, along with the Fraser Valley, comprises the Lower Mainland with a regional population of over 3 million. Vancouver has the highest population density in Canada, with over 5,700 inhabitants per square kilometre (15,000/sq mi), and the fourth highest in North America.
- Population: 675,000+ (City Proper)
- Area: 114 km²
- Coordinates: Latitude: 49.260833740234, Longitude: -123.11389160156
- Timezone: Timezone info not available
- Current Local Time: ailab
Latest Vancouver News
CBC | British Columbia News
Circus classes spark high-flying friendships in Nelson, B.C.
In the remote mountain community of Nelson, B.C., a thriving circus scene is redefining what it means to belong. Through the stories of performers, students, families and teachers, this intimate documentary reveals how circus has become far more than an art form: It is a refuge, a creative outlet and a place where people of all ages can discover confidence, connection and community. From children overcoming fears to adults finding new passions later in life, participants share how circus has helped them embrace vulnerability, celebrate individuality and build lasting friendships. Indeed, those interviewed say that Nelson’s circus community offers a powerful example of inclusion and collective support.
CBC | British Columbia News
Dozens of homes evacuated as out-of-control wildfire threatens Lytton, B.C.
The residents of 60 properties remain evacuated from their homes on Saturday, as crews battle an out-of-control wildfire burning south of Lytton, B.C.
CBC | Canada News
Dozens of homes evacuated as out-of-control wildfire threatens Lytton, B.C.
The residents of 60 properties remain evacuated from their homes on Saturday, as crews battle an out-of-control wildfire burning south of Lytton, B.C.
CBC | Canada News
Is Canada's teen social media ban constitutional? It's complicated
Legal experts say the federal social media ban for kids leaves many questions unanswered — including whether it violates the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Lawyers and law professors are raising flags about gaps in Bill C-34, the Safe Social Media Act, that could leave Canada open to legal challenges.
: BC
No injuries from ammonia leak at B.C. rink
The City of Langley says an ammonia gas leak at an ice rink that triggered a shelter-in-place order has not resulted in any injuries.
: BC
Lytton, B.C., under evacuation alert, boil water advisory as wildfire burns nearby
The Lytton First Nation has issued an evacuation alert and boil water advisory for some of its residents. The BC Wildfire Service says the fire is three kilometres south of Lytton.
: Canada
Germany, Ivory Coast set for World Cup showdown in Toronto
Thousands of Germany and Ivory Coast fans are expected in Toronto Saturday as a World Cup match brings a fan march, road closures and heightened security
: Canada
Are the World Cup hydration breaks an excuse to run more commercials?
Some critics see the hydration breaks as another cash grab in a tournament already facing backlash for its sky-high ticket prices.
Vancouver Sun
B.C. woman awarded almost $400,000 after off-leash dog attack left her severely injured
A B.C. judge has ordered the owner of a dog that attacked a passing jogger to pay $420,000. Read More
Vancouver Sun
Anthony Gismondi: B.C.'s wild, windy Similkameen Valley offers up wines that turn heads
It's been 20 years since a small group of wine lovers made an unlikely bet on the Similkameen Valley, believing the wild, windy, sunbathed, rocky valley could produce wines that would turn heads. In 2006, they founded Clos du Soleil Winery, the "vineyard of the sun," bringing a focused Old World sensibility to a New World frontier, somewhat reminiscent of early pioneers who bet on finding silver and gold nearby. Read More
The Province
Vancouver Giants expected to name Michael Dyck as GM and coach
The Vancouver Giants are set to name former bench boss Michael Dyck as their general manager and head coach in the coming days, say several WHL sources. Read More
The Province
Glut of injured receivers, trouble defending deep pass send B.C. Lions to second straight loss
The B.C. Lions started the evening missing four receivers to injury and then things somehow got much worse. Read More
The Ex on statues for shoes, trees in the sea, and Steve Albini
"Catch My Shoe is dedicated to all the shoe-throwers in the world."
Chris Walter gives a thorough, and thoroughly harrowing, punk history lesson with Born Too Loose
"I have a two-inch scar under my left arm sustained from a gang fight when a headbanger slashed me with a sword.”
BBC News
US-Iran talks postponed as Israel launches deadly strikes in Lebanon
JD Vance has not travelled to Switzerland as the Israeli military said it was targeting Hezbollah and that four of its own soldiers had been killed.
BBC News
Thousands killed in US-Israeli war on Iran - but experts say true total may never be known
Experts say internet, media and government restrictions have all hampered casualty reporting across the region.
Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Iran shuts Strait of Hormuz as Israel tests MOU with Lebanon strikes
Iran shuts Strait of Hormuz as Israel tests MOU with Lebanon strikes.
Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Bolivia declares state of emergency amid blockade crisis
For several weeks, a wave of protests has erupted over President Rodrigo Paz’s austerity measures.
