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Time Out Market Vancouver reveals further additions to its all-star culinary lineup of local chefs and restaurateurs

Time Out Market Vancouver – located at Oakridge Park – is 51,000 square feet of space and will feature 18 kitchens, one dessert and one coffee counter, alongside three bars, multiple event spaces, around 1,000 seats and a large outdoor terrace facing onto a public park. 

Westbeach Returns With Vancouver Flagship and National Plans

Westbeach returns under Chip Wilson with a Vancouver flagship, retail-first strategy, and plans to expand across Canada.

Gentle Fawn leans on longevity over trends as Vancouver fashion brand marks more than two decades

Founded in 2003, Gentle Fawn has grown into a North American wholesale and direct-to-consumer business with roughly 600 retail partners split evenly between Canada and the United States, while its own e-commerce site has become its largest single sales channel.

Fitness World Plans $50M for Canadian Expansion

Fitness World Canada will invest $50 million to open 25 new clubs and launch franchising, targeting Ontario, Alberta, and beyond.

Regal Milano opens bespoke Italian tailoring studio in Vancouver’s Gastown (Photos)

The studio, located at 28 Water Street, establishes a physical presence for Regal Milano in Vancouver and positions the company within one of the city’s established retail and tourism neighbourhoods.

Aesop Opens Robson Street Store in Downtown Vancouver

Aesop has opened a new Robson Street store in downtown Vancouver, marking its fifth location in the city and second in the downtown core.

London Drugs to Close Downtown Eastside Vancouver Store

London Drugs will close its Downtown Eastside Vancouver store on Feb. 1, ending a 17-year presence amid safety and financial challenges.

Boxing Day Still Matters for Canadian Retail, New Data Shows

Vividata data shows Boxing Day remains a major Canadian retail moment, driven by planned purchases, regional strength, and more affluent shoppers.

Vancouver-based Deecorp poised to meet strong hotel room demand

Earlier this year, a new report released by Destination Vancouver and the BC Hotel Association, Hotel Community Impact Assessment suggest that Vancouver urgently needs 10,000 hotel rooms by 2050 to keep pace with growing demand.

Mandy’s Salads Expands West with 2 Vancouver Locations

Mandy’s Expands West with Two Vancouver Locations, opening new restaurants in Kitsilano and Coal Harbour as the Montreal brand enters British Columbia.

Rail Jam Marks Peak Performance’s Burrard Launch

Peak Performance celebrated its new Burrard Street flagship with a large rail jam at the Vancouver Art Gallery that drew top athletes and big crowds.

Pop Mart Enters Canada With Multi-Store Launch Strategy

Pop Mart expansion in Canada begins with stores in Vancouver and Toronto and plans for rapid nationwide growth through 2026.

Bottega Veneta Unveils New Boutique at Holt Renfrew Vancouver

Bottega Veneta opens a new boutique at Holt Renfrew Vancouver, debuting its latest store concept and expanded collections in a directly operated space.

Time Out Market Vancouver Reveals First Vendor Lineup

Time Out Market Vancouver names six chefs and restaurateurs for its Spring 2026 opening at Oakridge Park, introducing a curated mix of local culinary talent.

New report from Destination Vancouver shows events generated more than $544 million in economic output for Vancouver in 2024

Events played a vital role in Vancouver's economy, contributing to $338 million in direct spending in 2024.

Vancouver Landmark The Post Sold in Record Office Deal

QuadReal sells The Post in a record Vancouver office transaction, with Pontegadea reported as buyer and QuadReal staying on as property manager.

Aritzia to Open 40,000 Sq. Ft. Vancouver Flagship in 2027

Aritzia will open a four-level, 40,000 sq. ft. Vancouver flagship at CF Pacific Centre in 2027, occupying a major portion of the former Nordstrom space.

Artigiano Grand Cafe opens at Park Royal in Vancouver

The new location draws inspiration from the grand cafés of France and Italy, aiming to offer “refined comfort and conviviality” from morning to night.

Glowbal Restaurant Group expanding its portfolio

Emad Yacoub of Glowbal shares plans for Toronto expansion and insights on the challenges facing Canadian restaurants.

Crate & Barrel opens its new, improved Vancouver flagship store (Photos)

The newly-renovated Vancouver store – the only Crate & Barrel location in B.C. and one of only five in Canada – takes its cue from local B.C. nature with dramatic coastlines and misty evergreens.

Il Cappello Enoteca opens in Vancouver

As La Famiglia Dolce Amore’s first full-service restaurant, Il Cappello completes the trio of concepts at the Burnaby space, which includes The Gelato Mafia “TGM Terrazza” and Dolce Amore Caffetteria

Chinese Restaurant Awards reveal Top 50 honourees for 2025 Elite 30 Canada Awards

Discover the Top 50 Honourees for the 2025 Elite 30 Canada Awards by the Chinese Restaurant Awards, celebrating the best Chinese cuisine across Canada. Winners to be announced Oct. 29 in Vancouver.

Hästens Opens Second Canadian Showroom in Vancouver

Hästens opens a 2,800-square-foot showroom on Burrard Street in Vancouver, marking its second Canadian location after Yorkville, Toronto.

AetherHaus Brings Sauna and Cold Plunge Culture to Vancouver

Vancouver’s new AetherHaus studio redefines wellness with sauna and cold plunge rituals rooted in tradition and connection.

Tushar Tondvalkar opens Kavita Indian restaurant in Vancouver

Chef Tushar Tondvalkar debuts Kavita in Vancouver, celebrating his Mumbai roots with seasonal Indian menus inspired by festivals and family.
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