Take a break from the summer blockbusters with one of these smaller films new this week

New Movies
Volkmar Richter
Among them: women’s stories, men’s foibles, fairy tales and a lament for China
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The privilege to grow food

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Who is John Horgan and why should you care?

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Clark government returns $25 million to B.C. schools following public outrage

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Mayor Robertson to Support Creative New Patio Spaces, Permanent Parklets and Craft Carts

May 30th, 2016
Pilot program that could see up to 30 new patios

UBC astronomy student discovers four new planets

NewsUBC ReportsMay 30th, 2016

Kelowna oncologist wants an energy strategy for Canada based on reality of climate change

Susan Ellard has explored the issues surrounding climate change and found a difference between what you know... and what you think you know.
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Jenny Uechi and Jordan Yerman
Aug 26th, 2014

More X-Men, another Alice fantasy and two films about the status of women

There are five of these “smaller” films: Love & Friendship, Sunset Song, The Boy and the Beast, Truman and Borealis
New MoviesVolkmar RichterMay 27th, 2016

Travel

Nanaimo forestry company fined for spill in Northumberland Channel

The accidental spill took place during a power outage, but even accidents come with a hefty price tag.
NewsElizabeth McSheffreyMay 25th, 2016

Great spots to walk, run, or hike in Vancouver, even if you don’t have a car

There are a lot of great places to explore, even if you're on transit.
NewsSam MooreMay 24th, 2016

Charles Bradley & his Extraordinaires

NewsCraig FleischMay 23rd, 2016

SFU's Certificate in Community Economic Development provides tools for growing entrepreneurship and building local economy

Social justice-minded people can develop business skills to turn their ideas into reality with SFU's program.
NewsSponsored ContentMay 24th, 2016

Car owners dish on Evo Car Share

Eco-friendly, low cost convenience. Get to know Evo!
NewsSponsored ContentMay 13th, 2016

Roundhouse Radio's Tracey Friesen authors 'Story Money Impact,' a resource for funding media

Roundhouse Radio's Tracey Friesen writes a book about film, funding and impact.
BooksAnne WatsonMay 21st, 2016

Vancouver monopolizes list of priciest homes in Canada

No surprises there. None whatsoever.
NewsVancouver ObserverMay 20th, 2016

News

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Another investigation launched into embattled Victoria police chief

The Canadian PressApr 29th, 2016

City and Science World kick off emergency preparedness week with a two day event

Vancouver ObserverApr 28th, 2016

B.C. whale-watching company says capsizing that killed 6 people was 'act of God'

The Canadian PressMay 9th, 2016

Opinion

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Comprehensive approach needed to fix Metro Vancouver housing crisis: study

Canadian Centre for Policy AlternativesMay 18th, 2016

Canada needs to recognize the citizenship of its fallen soldiers

Don ChapmanJun 6th, 2016

Canada needs to recognize the citizenship of its fallen soldiers

Don ChapmanJun 6th, 2016

City

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Is Christy Clark punishing Vancouver public schools?

Elizabeth McSheffrey and Jenny Uechi
May 6th, 2016

Increasing private surgeries won’t solve B.C.’s waitlist problems: study

Vancouver ObserverApr 26th, 2016

Chess players offered new play place in Vancouver-area mall stalement

The Canadian PressApr 25th, 2016

Culture

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Reverend Billy brings his eco-performance art to Banyen Books

Vancouver ObserverMay 2nd, 2016

The man, the Beatle, the musical legend: Paul McCartney plays for 3 hours at Rogers Arena

Craig FleischApr 21st, 2016

Photo Highlights: Collective Soul shines at the Commodore Ballroom

Craig FleischApr 28th, 2016

Life

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Flowering kale buds with olive oil and garlic

Rebecca CuttlerApr 18th, 2016

A Vancouver gardener finds space in small-town Ontario

Rebecca CuttlerApr 5th, 2016

What we're planting this May

Rebecca CuttlerMay 3rd, 2016

Environment

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Finance Minister talks First Nations investment during Vancouver visit

The Canadian PressApr 28th, 2016

Reverend Billy brings his eco-performance art to Banyen Books

Vancouver ObserverMay 2nd, 2016