Vancouver’s Latin American Heritage Month Festival Is Bringing the Community Together All Month Long
Vancouver’s Latin American Heritage Month Festival is filling the month with events that bring communities together. Here’s why it matters and how to get involved.
The 2027 Hope in Shadows Calendar Is Here: Buy One From a Vancouver Street Vendor
Megaphone Magazine’s 2027 Hope in Shadows Calendar, featuring community photography, is now on sale from vendors on Vancouver’s streets.
Vancouver Marked Overdose Awareness Day as B.C.’s Toxic Drug Crisis Continues
Vancouver marked International Overdose Awareness Day as B.C. remains one of the hardest-hit regions in the country.
How DTES Non-Profits Are Banding Together to Get Residents Through Extreme Heat
Downtown Eastside non-profits are pooling resources to help residents survive extreme heat, and it’s a model worth watching.
Postcards to My Younger Transexual Self Connects Three Generations of Women on Stage
Christina Cook’s intimate new play Postcards to My Younger Transexual Self brings three generations of women together on a Vancouver stage.
Yaletown Is Rallying Behind Todd Stanley-Machowski, the Street Sweeper Who Became Part of the Neighbourhood
A GoFundMe for longtime Yaletown street sweeper Todd Stanley-Machowski is gaining momentum as neighbours rally around one of their own.
This Vancouver Restaurant Is Donating 5% of Its Tomato Festival Sales to Okanagan Wildfire Relief
Provence Marinaside is giving back to Okanagan wildfire-affected communities — 5% of every Tomato Festival dish, retroactive to August 1.
Embracing the Essence: A Tribute to Black History Month
In the intricate timeline of our shared history, February emerges as a poignant chapter, weaving narratives of resilience, strength, and triumph. As we delve into […]
Love Connections: Embracing Diversity in Vancouver’s Dating Scene
Hey, Vancouver lovebirds! Have you ever noticed how our city’s dating scene resembles a colourful mosaic of different backgrounds?
Welcome to ShadesofYVR: Every Shade Tells a Tale!
Welcome to a space where stories come alive, voices resonate, and the vibrant tapestry of Vancouver’s Black communities takes center stage. We’re thrilled to have you embark on this journey with us!