🗞️ Giv’er and watch these Canadian movies

How about the weather we’re getting? I think everyone is loving it, other than city councillors who are sweating the Jericho Lands decision so much that they delayed it another week. They could probably use a reprieve from the (relative) heat. 

And while some may be mourning the end of the Canucks’ season, we’ve got plenty to look forward to here in Vancouver sports-wise with Rise FC and the Canadians starting up. Real estate prices are even trending slightly down and that’s… OK, I might be pushing it there. 

— Nathan
Editor in chief

— FEATURE — 

As some of Canada’s federal leaders take the time to visit Vancouver treasure Nardwaur and get old records put in front of them, one has to ask why Pierre Poilievre is missing out.

— FILM —

Six recommendations for Canadian Film Day

Canadian Film Day was technically yesterday, but with the VIFF Centre and others celebrating Canadian films all week, our editors drop a few of our favourites to seek out on streaming platforms.

• Run N Gun celebrates a decade of indie filmmaking

• Titmouse’s annual animated shorts hit the Rio

• Some Assembly Theatre’s ‘OUR LAST TREE’ inspires brilliance of life where the future of the planet is the people. Roundhouse May 2 & 3, 7:30pm.*

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— SPORTS —

Vancouver Rise FC makes history

Vancouver’s Rise FC won the first-ever Northern Super League match. And, very fittingly, they were helped by a star named Quinn.

• Should the Canucks sign coach Rick Tocchet to an extension?

• The Canucks being eliminated this year is, well, pretty on brand

• Bring your family to BC Place for MTM: on field activities, hot dog combo, The Wild Robot. Donate tickets for a family in your community who wouldn't be able to attend without your generous support!*

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Discover the Best in Documentary Film this May

DOXA 2025, Western Canada’s largest documentary film festival, returns to Vancouver theatres from May 1- 11. DOXA delivers some of the very best in contemporary documentary cinema over 11 days through film premieres, galas, filmmakers Q&As, and industry events, bringing filmmakers and audiences together to engage with thought-provoking cinema. Experience the art of documentary and purchase your festival tickets and passes today.

— FOOD & DRINK —

Three Vancouver bars named among North America’s best

Can you guess which three Vancouver watering holes were named in the latest list of North America’s top 100 bars?

• Brewery and the Beast releases its meaty 2025 lineup

• Bar Asra makes its debut on South Granville

• Meet BC’s new generation of farmers: Jared de Dood blends tech, tradition, and tenacity to raise certified organic eggs—and a family—on his thriving poultry farm.*

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— ICYMI —

• B.C. distilleries weigh in on American whiskey ban

• Flying Pig’s new menu is a love letter to local flavours

• Where to eat in Vancouver for Easter Weekend

• As Trump goes nuts, where are all the punks?

• Your very Vancouver April horoscopes

— THINGS TO DO THIS WEEK —

MUSIC: Chilliwack bids adieu with the band’s Farewell to Friends tour. (April 19 @ Vogue Theatre)

MUSIC: If postpunk is more your thing, Vancouver band Actors bangs heads at the Rickshaw. (April 19 @ Rickshaw Theatre)

LIVING: Find hot cross buns and Cadbury eggs at a free Easter Egg hunt in Mount Pleasant. (April 20 @ Beaumont Studios)

LIVING: Popular B.C. fashion brand Smash + Tess brings its spring collection to a special pop-up. (April 18 to May 19 @ Guildford Town Centre)

THEATRE: The pomp and circumstance of Pride and Prejudice lands in Richmond. (April 17 to 26 @ Gateway Theatre in Richmond)

PERFORMING ARTS: Lxdy Parts: Babes highlights sketch comedy from a couple of self-described “deranged minds.” (To April 19 @ Vancity Culture Lab)

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