Vancouver is home to a remarkable cultural experience this year: “That Green Ideal: Emily Carr and the Idea of Nature” opens February 6, 2026, at the Vancouver Art Gallery. Running through November 8, 2026, the exhibition presents more than 100 works and marks the gallery’s largest Emily Carr exhibition in over 20 years.

The exhibition examines Carr’s deep relationship with British Columbia’s landscape, from towering forests and rugged coastlines to the emotional and spiritual ideas she connected with nature. For locals and visitors alike, it offers a chance to see familiar West Coast environments through the eyes of one of the region’s most influential artists.

Make a day of it by visiting the gallery, exploring downtown Vancouver, and reflecting on the natural spaces that make this community special. For those considering a move, Vancouver’s cultural institutions, neighbourhood character, and access to nature are all part of what makes life here so distinctive.

Save the date, invite a friend, and learn more about tickets, hours, and exhibition details at https://www.vanartgallery.bc.ca/exhibitions/that-green-ideal/. Which Vancouver landscape inspires you most?

Many first-time buyers start by scrolling through listings, but the smartest first step is understanding what you can comfortably afford. A lender pre-approval gives you a clearer price range, while a complete budget should also account for closing costs, property taxes, insurance, strata fees, moving expenses, and future maintenance.

Another common mistake is focusing only on the purchase price. Two homes with similar prices can have very different monthly costs, especially when strata fees, utilities, parking, repairs, and financing are included. Building a budget that remains comfortable if rates or expenses change helps protect your long-term financial wellbeing.

It is also easy to delay the search while waiting for the perfect market or perfect home. Instead, separate your must-haves from your preferences and identify the Vancouver neighbourhoods that fit your lifestyle, commute, and budget. A clear checklist makes viewings more productive and decisions less emotional.

Before booking a tour, speak with a qualified mortgage professional and a local real estate agent. Together, they can help you understand your purchasing power, compare suitable properties, and create a practical plan for your first purchase.

Northeast False Creek’s viaduct replacement represents a major long-term change to how Downtown Vancouver connects with the waterfront. Removing the aging structures could reshape nearby streets, traffic movement, public spaces, and the overall experience of living in this part of the city.

The transition may be significant. Construction activity, changing access routes, event-related noise, and future redevelopment could affect nearby residents and buildings for years. At the same time, the project is tied to ambitious park, housing, and public-realm objectives that may create stronger waterfront connections and more appealing spaces over time.

Concord Pacific owns substantial land beneath and around the viaduct area, and roughly 16 new towers are often discussed locally. That potential growth could bring new homes, services, and amenities, while also changing views, density, and neighbourhood activity for existing residents.

For buyers, the key is to balance short-term disruption against long-term potential. Before purchasing nearby, review strata documents, development applications, construction timelines, access plans, event impacts, and each building’s exposure to noise or view changes. Want a local perspective on a Northeast False Creek property? Send me a message.

I find lots exceeding 8,000 square feet create more room to evaluate renovation, subdivision, or multi-unit redevelopment than typical parcels, while retaining or replacing an older character home remains highly site-specific. Financing, zoning, servicing, approvals, and development charges can materially change feasibility. A City Hall vote this spring reduced certain added development-cost fees, and current economics can make six-unit concepts more practical on larger sites—even though some recent examples involve lots closer to 6,000 square feet. I recommend reviewing each parcel individually before assuming redevelopment potential.

Kitsilano’s Broadway area is entering a major period of change, led by new secured-market rental housing. The Broadway–Arbutus project is under construction and planned to include 256 homes in a 31-storey building, with completion expected in 2029. Nearby, two proposed 22-storey towers at 2244–2280 West 6th Avenue could add 416 rental homes, while an approved 22-storey tower at 2260–2266 West 2nd Avenue would provide another 176 units. Timelines can shift as approvals and construction progress. Together, these projects raise an important question: will Kitsilano become a second downtown, or remain a quieter urban centre?

A home inspection can reveal costly problems before you finalize your purchase. Start with the exterior by checking the roof, gutters, windows, siding, drainage, and foundation. Inside, assess heating, cooling, plumbing, electrical components, and appliances with help from a qualified professional. Pay close attention to moisture, mold, cracks, pests, ventilation, and safety concerns. For Vancouver buyers, a thorough inspection provides valuable context for negotiations and future maintenance. Save this checklist, schedule an inspection, and connect with a trusted real estate agent before making your next move.