Vancouver is a coastal city and major seaport located in the Lower Mainland of southwestern British Columbia, Canada. It has been ranked as one of the most livable cities in the world and is a destination for many international conferences and events, including the United Nations Conference on Human Settlements in 1976 and the 1986 World Exposition on Transportation and Communication (Expo 86). The 2010 Winter Olympics and 2010 Winter Paralympics will be held in Vancouver and nearby Whistler, a mountain town 125 km north of the city.
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EAT! Vancouver Food and Cooking Festival |
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May
* Hundreds of food and cooking related exhibits
* Food Network Celebrity Cooking Stage
* International Culinary Stage
* BC Chefs' Culinary Salon Competition
* BC Chefs' Chocolate Competition
* Citytv's Master Chef (Iron Chef) Competition
* Grapes & Hops Presentation Stage (adults only)
* Wine, Beer & Spirits Tasting Pavilion (adults only)
* Dairy Farmers of Canada Cheese Seminars
* Bite of Vancouver Restaurant Pavilion
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May
A combination of fun and educational activities, the Diversity Health Fair is a free community event that takes place each Spring. The first Diversity Health Fair took place in 2005 and it has since became the largest event of its kind in Canada. The 2010 Diversity Health Fair will focus on the theme of Healthy Living and Healthy Weight.
When visiting the Diversity Health Fair, you and your family will have access to a great deal of information in different languages about what is and how to adopt a healthy or balanced diet, how to control your weight, and strategies to enjoy daily physical activities. All of these are considered to be the best steps to prevent diabetes and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
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WESTCOAST Motorcycle Ride To Live |
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May
The Westcoast Motorcycle Ride to Live is an organization of volunteers that dedicate their time to Save BC Men in the Fight against Prostate Cancer, a common cancer among Canadian Men. Our Primary annual event is a large spectacular motorcycle fundraising parade and ride involving hundreds of motorcyclists from all over South Western BC and the Interior.
The main reason for the ride and parade is to bring awareness to men and their families. The main purpose is to raise funds for prostate cancer research, education and support in BC.
At the present time, the Westcoast Motorcycle Ride to Live hosts 2 events, one in the Lower Mainland and one on Vancouver Island. In future, other BC communities may join us in the battle to fight prostate cancer.
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FESTIVAL D'ÉTÉ FRANCOPHONE DE VANCOUVER |
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June
Every year in June, Vancouver vibrates to the rhythms of the 'Festival d'été francophone de Vancouver'. Its program is aimed primarily at Francophone music. Established in 1990, the 'Festival d'été francophone de Vancouver' is today one of the most acclaimed cultural rendez-vous in French west of Ontario.
This year, the 21st Festival d'été Francophone will be held from June 17th to June 24th :
- Thursday, June 17th, evening concert, with DANIEL ROA
- Friday, June 18th, evening concert, with VALLEY OF WOLVES
- Saturday, June 19th, daytime, CHILDREN'S FEST
- Saturday, June 19th, Gala event, with COEUR DE PIRATE and LYNDA LEMAY
- Thursday, June 24th, beginning at 4pm, Saint Jean Baptiste celebration with the PIKNIC-ELECTRONIK
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Vancouver International Jazz Festival |
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Friday
Called the “best jazz festival in the world” by The Seattle Times, this year’s festival includes 1800 musicians, 400 concerts, and 40 Venues across Vancouver.
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