Vancouver's Christmas & Boxing Day 2025 Openings Guide
Plan your holiday outings with our complete guide to what's open and closed in Metro Vancouver on Christmas Day and Boxing Day 2025. Find shopping hours, attractions, and more.
Plan your holiday outings with our complete guide to what's open and closed in Metro Vancouver on Christmas Day and Boxing Day 2025. Find shopping hours, attractions, and more.
Popular Canadian breakfast chain Egg Club is expanding west, with plans to open a new location in downtown Edmonton. Get the details on the menu and opening timeline.
Festival Japan Restaurant, a staple on Ottawa's Kent Street for nearly two decades, has permanently closed its doors. Discover the story behind the closure of this beloved local eatery.
A heartwarming response to a theft at Commercial Drive's Livia Bakery and Restaurant has sparked a community food and blanket drive. Learn how Vancouverites are turning a loss into an act of giving.
Relive the magic of Vancouver's 2025 live music scene. From legendary farewell tours to rising stars, discover the 10 concerts that defined the year. See the full list now.
The iconic Malibu Restaurant in east London, Ont., is moving to a new location after seven decades. The landmark's famous neon sign, however, will not make the journey. Read more about this end of an era.
Edmonton Police have laid a charge and released footage seeking a key witness in a Chinatown homicide. Get the latest details on the investigation.
A woman was arrested for public intoxication after a violent confrontation at Hazie's restaurant in San Francisco, owned by Food Network's Joey Altman. Viral video shows the incident unfold.
Toronto Police are searching for four suspects after gunshots were fired into a North York restaurant. No injuries were reported. Get the latest details on the ongoing investigation.
Braving the winter chill, Windsor residents lined up for the grand opening of the city's first Jimmy John's sandwich shop on December 12, 2025. The first 100 customers received a free sandwich.
A person has died following a fire beneath the balcony of a vacant restaurant in Longueuil. Authorities are investigating the tragic incident.
Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver relaunches his Jamie's Italian chain in the UK with a new franchise model, aiming to lure squeezed consumers with fresh pasta and classics like prawn linguine.
The City of Vancouver has proposed eliminating its volunteer civic committees, a move that could reshape public consultation. Learn about the implications for local governance.
The City of Vancouver has terminated 30 employees following a council decision to freeze property taxes. Learn about the budget impacts and municipal workforce changes.
Ottawa police arrested three people and seized illegal drugs in Chinatown following proactive surveillance sparked by community concerns. Read the details of the targeted operation.
Liberal MNA Jennifer Maccarone calls for a parliamentary commission after a wave of shootings and arson targeting Quebec bars and restaurants, citing a 'culture of fear' and disbanded police committees.
The popular Rockford Bar & Grill in Prince George, BC, has reopened just in time for the holidays after a month-long renovation, featuring a new interior design and 15 new menu items. Experience the refreshed space and expanded offerings.
Popular Halifax restaurant 2 Doors Down is closing its Barrington Street location. The closure marks the end of an era for the downtown dining scene. Read more about the impact.
Staff at Winnipeg's Vera restaurant got a star-studded surprise when actor Jon Hamm visited in October 2025. The 'Mad Men' star posed for photos, creating a memorable Hollywood moment in South Osborne.
El Furniture Warehouse on Richmond Row fined $55,000 by the province following a workplace assault. Details on the incident and provincial enforcement.
Vancouver is streamlining patio permits for 2026, eliminating fees for small setups and simplifying applications to boost local restaurants and bars. Learn about the new rules.
Baan Lao in Steveston, B.C., has been named Canada's best restaurant by the World Culinary Awards for the second consecutive year. Discover the haute Thai treasure where Chef Nutcha Phanthoupheng serves 'devotion on porcelain.'
Discover the must-see classical music concerts and events in Vancouver this December, from The Nutcracker to the VSO's holiday series. Plan your festive season with our guide.
The Vancouver Chinatown Foundation's impact fund is helping legacy businesses like The Dollar Meat Store modernize with digital tools and social media, attracting a new generation of customers.
From asking for ice to expecting free refills, travel experts reveal the dining behaviors that immediately identify American tourists abroad. Learn the cultural differences to blend in better.
Dubai's Woohoo restaurant features the world's first AI chef creating innovative dishes like dinosaur tartare, sparking excitement and debate about technology's role in gourmet cooking.
Glen and Wendy Leitch celebrate reopening their iconic Patricia Street Deli in Edmonton. Discover their inspiring journey from Jasper and what makes this deli so special to Albertans.
A Peel region news reporter sustained critical injuries during a physical confrontation at a Mississauga restaurant. Police are investigating the November 29 incident.
Montreal's iconic Wing Noodles factory closes after nearly 80 years, ending its reign as Canada's first fortune cookie maker. Discover the legacy of this Chinatown institution.
West Vancouver councillor Christine Cassidy received a 24-hour roadside suspension after leaving Earls restaurant. The police board member claims she was 'targeted' by staff.