YVRBlog is an independent local guide to Metro Vancouver. We cover things to do, food and drink, parks and trails, neighbourhood guides, seasonal activities, and day trip ideas across the full region — not just the City of Vancouver.
What We Cover
Metro Vancouver is a large, genuinely diverse region that stretches from West Vancouver in the west to Maple Ridge in the east, from Horseshoe Bay down to the US border at White Rock. Most regional publications focus on Vancouver proper and treat the rest as an afterthought. We cover the full region because that’s where most people actually live and spend their weekends.
Our coverage includes:
- Things to do across all Metro Vancouver municipalities
- Food and drink — neighbourhood restaurants, food markets, breweries, cafés
- Parks, trails, and outdoor spaces by season
- Day trips that work without a car, and ones that are worth the drive
- Seasonal guides — spring walks, summer beaches, rainy-day alternatives, winter markets
- Local events, community markets, and recurring activities
- Neighbourhood guides for residents and visitors alike
Who It’s For
YVRBlog is for people who live here and want to make better use of the region — the person who has been in Surrey for three years and hasn’t been to Crescent Beach, the new arrival to Burnaby who doesn’t know Deer Lake exists, the family in Coquitlam looking for something to do on a Sunday that doesn’t cost much. It’s also a starting point for visitors who want to see the region beyond the standard tourist circuit.
We write for people who are practical about time and money and want honest, local information rather than generic recommendations that could apply to any city.
Editorial Standards
We try to get things right. That means:
- Verifying schedules, hours, and admission information against official sources where possible
- Linking to official websites for markets, parks, transit, and attractions rather than summarizing from memory
- Flagging when information is seasonal or subject to change
- Not claiming things as facts when we’re not sure — if we don’t know, we say so or tell you to check
- Updating or correcting content when we find errors
We are not affiliated with tourism boards, business associations, or any of the venues, markets, or attractions we mention. Our editorial decisions are independent. We do not accept payment for editorial coverage.
How We Research
YVRBlog is written and edited from Metro Vancouver, using public local sources, official venue information, transit schedules, park and trail documentation, government announcements, and reader corrections. When we cite a specific fare, price, or program, we link to the official source. Where information is seasonal or changes frequently, we flag it and direct readers to the authoritative source rather than guessing.
For factual claims — admission prices, government programs, transit fares, minimum wages, seasonal schedules — we cite the authoritative source. Where an official source is not available, we say so. Coverage is specific to Metro Vancouver because that is the region we cover, not because it is the safest generic answer.
Correction Policy
If something we’ve written is wrong — a market that changed days, a venue that closed, a trail that’s been rerouted — we want to know. Send us a message through the contact page with the details, and we’ll correct it promptly. Local accuracy matters.
A Note on Seasonal Information
Hours, dates, admission prices, and schedules change. We try to note when information is seasonal and link to official sources. Before visiting a specific market, park facility, or attraction for the first time, check the official website — we’ll usually include a link or tell you where to look. This is particularly important for farmers markets, which change locations and schedules more than most things.
Questions or corrections? Use the contact page. Story tips and local discoveries are welcome through the tip form.