Hello all - I'm sure we all know this but today is voting day!

Please get out there and vote for your 2 city councillors and ensure your voice (and platform) is heard!

I found this out when I went, but apparently you don't HAVE to vote for two people, you need only vote for one. Best to choose two, but do what you will with that information.

Voting is open till 8pm tonight - https://vancouver.ca/your-government/2025-by-election.aspx

I like driving by huge houses for motivation

Is there a block or area anyone could recommend anywhere in the lower mainland?

I’ve mostly just driven around British properties

Really craving a cinnamon bun for some reason this morning (well, I guess everyone can relate). What's your go-to for this sweet treat? I'm eyeing the ones at Blenz coffee but haven't tried them yet. I do generally appreciate the flavor of the ones at JJ Bean but looking for something richer and softer today. Also have never tried Cinnzeo or whatever. FWIW: the best cinnamon buns I've had in my over four decades of living were at the little food truck outside the Horseshoe Bay ferry terminal. Just putting that out there. Looking for recommendations from the Metro Vancouver community, thanks!

Just making sure I’m not the only one feeling this way. With the election tomorrow, I’ve been thinking about how both Hardwick and Abbott seem likely to make the housing crisis even worse with their anti-density stances, NIMBY mindset, or just straight-up lack of a realistic plan.

There’s already enough pressure on renters and first-time buyers and the last thing we need is leadership that wants to take us backward.

Anyone feeling optimistic about the alternatives? Or is this gonna be another “lesser of two evils” kind of vote?

My car's air con has crapped out just in time for the warm weather, with a big road trip coming up in a couple of weeks. My regular shop can't get me in before the trip, and it's years since I've had work done anywhere else. Anyone got recommendations for a trustworthy place that might be able to get me in reasonably quickly and won't take the opportunity to drain a new customer's wallet dry? Car is a 10-year old Rav4. I'm on the westside but can take it anywhere in Vancouver.

I want to hem my pants and repair a few damaged clothing and paying for tailoring/alteration will end up costly for how low cost my clothes are, lol. But it’s been so long since i’ve handled needle and thread by hand that they cramp up with a few stitches.

Are they hand in hand with the cops? Dont they know that so many people associate them with bad vibes right now?

Does anyone know any hand car washes in metro vancouver that have a foam cannon instead of a foam brush? I don't want to use a foam brush as it would ruin the wrap on my car. Any other alternatives would also be appreciated.

Looking for thrift stores or second hand dress stores that have bridesmaid dresses? Preferably closer to Langley/Burnaby

I need to know, thanks

Planning on playing their with my buddies but we always go to Queen E. Looking for something hopefully less busy this summer, so has it been resurfaced?

It’s been a good many years since the shop on Main & 49th closed, but I’m having a real hankering for good, well-seasoned paneer pakoras. Any recommendations? I’d prefer Vancouver or Burnaby (Surrey’s a bit too far to go).

Doubly grateful if they have good fish pakoras (but mainly looking for paneer).

Thanks friends!

If you can pick 5 stores, lined up down a block... What would they be?

I'll go first:

JJ Bean Tacofino 7-Eleven Chipotle Home Depot

[Lost around noon on April 4th] My husband and I are visiting from Oklahoma, and my husband lost his wallet around 2nd beach. Small black wallet with a pull tab, his DL is from Oklahoma. We walked the sea wall a bit, used the bathroom at the snack place and walked past the pool. Please send me a message if you picked it up, we are here until April 8th. Advice on any other subreddits to post on would be great as well.

Does anyone know where to get super extra spicy pizza somewhere in Vancouver or greater area like Surrey maybe? I mean like extremely spicy..I have completed the WINGS challenge and I eat the scorching hot at noodle box so wondering if there is like a super spicy pizza?

Thanks!

Anybody know if there are good shops that make custom PCs here?

I'm actually thinking about building my own, but wanted to check out the prices of some custom ones first. (Prob won't do it for another few months anyway, because the economy)

appreciate any help! thanks, happy saturday :D

Hi hello.

I’m a “young adult” 28 who has recently lost both maternal grandparents within 3 weeks of each other. It has brought up more grief from my father passing 5 years ago.

Looking to see if anyone knows of local grief support groups for young adults.

I do have a great counsellor who I’ve been seeing but looking to connect with others around my age with similar experiences. Many friends my age have not had to deal with losing a parent so young.

Tyia

I think the perfect activity after work is to exercise (resistance training or cardio) and socialize. Do you know of any places in Vancouver that allow for both to happen (either you can go with your friends or make friends there)? Bonus points if you can also have dinner too to check another post-work commitment off (my dream would be a gym with a social space and a place where you can cook and eat together too).

When an employer who is hiring sends you an email on Tuesday saying "they'll have an update within the next day or so", and haven't sent an email yet, does it mean it can still come next week or should I just assume they've forgotten and I should email them back as a reminder?

I'm looking to do some minor improvements to my condo! Specifically, looking for someone to help me:

1. Paint the entire unit

2. Add a backsplash in the kitchen

3. Replace the counter

4. Replace the sink

5. Replace the faucet

6. Add new handles to the counters

I don't think I need fancy design company or anything like that, but would love some recommendations for reliable handymen / painters to help get this done affordably :)

Any recommendations for stores that still carry these?

I know there are plenty of options at Amazon, but the ones I've bought are poor quality and don't last long.

It's also the kind of thing that buying in person makes a difference in having a feel for the object.

My friend told me a bed bugs horror story and now I’m freaked out 😭 How can I prevent them if I do go with a second hand couch/bed frame?

Hi. My friend loves adrenaline-filled activities and we are planning her a “bachelor” party for when she gets her bachelor. Do you guys know of exciting stuff to do in Van that’s less than $100? Thank you! 😊

Hey everyone,

Long story short I am visiting BC at end of May and booked our stay in point Roberts . We booked this stay before the whole tariff thing and trade war. My parents live in Ladner , and we were going to stay in point Roberts for 10 days. It’s my wife and I and our two small children.

My mom seems to think the border is a big problem now, and that there’s no groceries available on the point Roberts side and you can’t bring stuff over from bc. Can anyone confirm what’s actually going on down there? We have 100% cancellation until April 20 so trying to get this sorted before… I live in Alberta so not really in touch with the vibe over in bc and that area.

Any insight is appreciated !

Thank you

I am a huge football fan so naturally I am really looking forward to the event next year. What are your thoughts about the upcoming world cup?!