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Early Christmas celebrations spark up conversation

Duncan Anderson Nov 28, 2017

The Vancouver Christmas Market at Jack Poole Plaza opened its gates on Nov. 22, and many are already getting a taste of the German-inspired market. The aromas of fresh chocolate and the sounds of classic Christmas carols are flowing through…

Campus

Langara Holiday Hamper program helps students in need

Evan Hagedorn Nov 9, 2017

The Student Services department is trying to make the holiday season less difficult for some students in need.

Arts & Life

Don’t give pets as gifts, animal rights groups say

Jake Wray Nov 28, 2016

Reported by Emelie Peacock Putting a pet under the Christmas tree is a bad idea, according to Vancouver animal rights groups. Jodi Dunlop, BC SPCA Vancouver branch manager, said the amount of animals returned to SPCA shelters after the…

Arts & Life

Santa Claus Parade is coming to town

Jake Hewer Nov 29, 2012

It’s beginning to like a lot like Christmas as Santa Claus is set to descend on Vancouver. The bearded gift-giver will make a big splash in a downtown parade this Sunday while moving in to his new digs at Granville Island’s Kids Market.…

Arts & Life

DIY holiday gifts for students on a budget

admin Nov 28, 2012

It’s that time of year again. You know what I’m talking about, that time where you are struggling to decide what you should get your friends and family for the coming holiday season. Sure you could blow a lot of money on fancy new…

Community

Bright Nights festival brings Christmas cheer and raises money for burn survivors

Jeremy Sally Nov 26, 2012

The 15th annual Bright Nights in Stanley Park event is coming up, ready to entertain people of all ages while also raising money for the British Columbia Professional Fire Fighters’ Burn Fund. Volunteers have been working for the past…

Arts & Life

Budgeting can stave off post-Christmas credit card blues

Jeremy Sally Nov 14, 2012

‘Tis the season to spend lavishly. As students party a little harder, eat a little more than they should and indulge on gifts for friends and family, all that holiday cheer comes at a cost for students already mired in debt. According to…