02/09/2024
Show off your North Shore pride wherever you are! ๐ฒ Discover our collection of official North Shore clothing and accessories: https://shop.vancouversnorthshore.com/
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Show off your North Shore pride wherever you are! ๐ฒ Discover our collection of official North Shore clothing and accessories: https://shop.vancouversnorthshore.com/
Found in the Mountains at tells the stories of the North Shore mountains through the eyes of those that have lived among them for centuries. On now until January 12, 2025 ๐ป
๐ MONOVA (Museum of North Vancouver)
๐น Attractions in the Lower Lonsdale area to check out: Thai House, Windfall Cider, North Van Arts.
The Naturally North Shore Customer Service Award for July goes to Liam Jeffries of North Point Brewing Co!
Liam was nominated by a very satisfied customer who cites Liam's "great service" and "super friendly and down to earth" charm, "Made our visit special and definitely deserves a special mention!"
Way to go, Liam! And thank you for showing the world how to truly North Shore Like a Local!
Carry the spirit of the North Shore with you wherever you go! ๐ฒ Explore our exclusive range of North Shore apparel and accessories: https://shop.vancouversnorthshore.com/
The latest exhibition at is Coloratura from Brooklyn-based Canadian artist Tau Lewis whose intricate sculptural portraits honour the materials and modes of creative expression intrinsic to African diasporic histories. On now unitl March 30, 2025.
๐ The Polygon Gallery
๐น Attractions in the Lower Lonsdale area to check out: Shipyards Brewery District, Raglan's Bistro, The Shipyards Splash Park.
September is Salmon Season! From mountain rivers to the ocean, North Shore waters are teeming with opportunities to learn like a local and truly appreciate the salmonโs contribution to the history, culture and lush ecosystem of the North Shore.
For a full list of how you can make the most out of Salmon Season, check out our latest blog: https://heyor.ca/zZCIST
September is Salmon Season on Vancouverโs North Shore! From mountain rivers to the ocean, North Shore waters are teeming with opportunities to learn like a local and truly appreciate the salmonโs contribution to the history, culture and lush ecosystem of the North Shore.
Everyone is invited to play like a local on Vancouver's North Shore! No matter how you move through the world, North Shore beauty welcomes you.
For more ways on how you can North Shore Like a Local: https://northshorelikealocal.com/
๐ Ambleside Beach
๐น Accessible attractions on Vancouver's North Shore: The Polygon Gallery, MONOVA, Grouse Mountain, The Shipyards.
It's your turn for a round at Beere Brewing Company. What are you bringing back to the table? ๐ป
๐ Beere Brewing Co.
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๐น Attractions in the Lower Lonsdale area to check out: Finch & Barley, Burrard Dry Dock Pier, Copperpenny Distilling Co.
Learn like a local when you visit Capilano Suspension Bridge Park at the Kia'palano education centre where Indigenous culture helps us better understand the land we all share.
To learn more ways on how you can North Shore Like a Local check out: https://northshorelikealocal.com/
๐ Capilano Suspension Bridge
๐น Attractions in the Upper Capilano area to check out: Capilano River Hatchery, Grouse Mountain, Giftworks Boutique.
A sunset stroll through Waterfront Park after dining at The Shipyards. Dinner and a show ๐
๐ Waterfront Park
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๐น Attractions in the Lower Lonsdale area to check out: Black Kettle Brewing Co., The Inuit Gallery of Vancouver, Kitchen Craft Eatery.
With a few handy tips from a North Shore local, you'll fit right in on your next visit!
Explore our resources and take the pledge North Shore Like a Local: https://northshorelikealocal.com/
So many ways to North Shore Like a Local this August long weekend! Play like a local at The Shipyards, day or night. Learn like a local through the arts. And show your love like a local as we celebrate Pride Month all over the North Shore!
๐ป The Shipyards Night Market
๐จ Harmony Arts Festival
๐ฆ The Shipyards Splash Park
๐ณ๏ธโ๐ Pride at the Pier
๐ถ Get out on the water
To discover more ways on how you can North Shore Like a Local, check out: https://northshorelikealocal.com/
๐ The Shipyards
Pride at the Pier is a free, all-ages 2SLGBTQIA+ family event at the picturesque Shipbuilderโs Square on Friday, August 2nd! ๐ณ๏ธโ๐
Everyone is welcome to enjoy live DJs, food trucks, and drag performances from 3:00 pm -10:00 pm and celebrate what pride means to them. This is one of our most colourful and boisterous events of the year, so get your brightest outfit ready and join the party.
๐ The Shipyards
๐น Attractions in The Shipyard District to check out: Carpe Grill, The Polygon Gallery, Gr**go.
The Harmony Arts Festival is a summer tradition you don't want to miss!
From August 2-11, West Vancouver welcomes countless performers, artists and artisans for a free, open-air, waterfront festival. It's a family-friendly event with lots to do, plenty of food vendors and kid's activities: https://heyor.ca/cz7UHZ
For more details about the festival, check out: https://heyor.ca/zmr8pU
To discover more ways you can North Shore Like a Local this summer: https://heyor.ca/vazuDR
๐ West Vancouver
๐น Attractions to check out at the Harmony Arts Festival: Silk Purse Gallery, Ferry Building Gallery, Indigenous Artists & Carvers Studio.
The Harmony Arts Festival is a summer tradition you don't want to miss!West Vancouver welcomes countless performers, artists, and artisans for a free, open-a...
There's nothing quite like handmade frozen yogurt on a summer day ๐ฆ๐
The cones at Krave Kulture Organic Yogurt are a sunny staple for good reason! Visit the Edgemont Village location ASAP to try to find your next favourite flavour ๐
๐ Krave Kulture Yogurt
๐น Attractions in the Edgemont Village area to check out: La Galleria Fine Foods, Pizazz Gifts, BjornBar Bakery.
Never hiked the North Shore? ๐ป
No problem! We have fantastic trails for all hiking levels, with breathtaking views and lush greenery.
Unsure of the safety protocols when you're exploring?
Then it's time to Learn Like a Local! Take the pledge and brush up on our nature tips before you set out! https://bit.ly/466oDSx
๐ Goat Mountain
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๐น Fun family hikes to try this summer: Lynn Canyon Loop, Twin Falls Loops, Whyte Lake.
Your next nature outing is ready for you, but are YOU ready for it? Take stock before you go with these tips so you can North Shore Like a Local ๐๐ฒ
Discover our resources and pledge to North Shore Like a Local! https://northshorelikealocal.com/
This month's Naturally Award winner is Mona Kazemi of the North Vancouver Visitor Centre!
Mona is a true ambassador of the North Shore, welcoming travelers and sharing her extensive knowledge. A guest en route to Alberta, who was looking for interesting things to do, nominated her. As the guest says,
"Mona recommended a number of local attractions, as well as nearby parks that we should see. She was very patient with us and provided us with a number of relevant brochures".
Mona is an invaluable resource for anyone wanting to learn more about the North Shore. If you're near The Quay Market and Food Hall or the Shipyards District, stop by the Visitor Centre to say hello and experience Mona's welcoming presence. Thank you, Mona!
Horseshoe Bay is your gateway to exploration!
Visit this gem of a community while you consider where you're heading nextโor just take in the view and enjoy the moment.
๐ Horseshoe Bay
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๐น Attractions in the Horseshoe Bay area to check out: Troll's, Horseshoe Bay Park, The Troller Ale House.
To North Shore Like a Local in the summertime means to bask in some cool relief without ever giving up the excitement of outdoor adventure ๐ฒ ๐ฃ ๐
For a few ways to get out and enjoy the warmer days ahead on Vancouverโs North Shore, check out our latest blog: https://bit.ly/3zJJTBp
To North Shore like a Local in the summertime means to bask in some cool relief without ever giving up the excitement of outdoor adventure. Here are just a few ways to get out and enjoy the warmer days ahead on Vancouverโs North Shore.
If only there were a handy guide on safely and respectfully exploring the North Shore... Oh wait, there is! Take the pledge to North Shore Like a Local, and check out our resources: https://northshorelikealocal.com/
There's nothing quite like the silver screen by starlight ๐ ๐ฅ ๐
Deckchair Cinema resumes tomorrow, so grab some snacks and a blanket and settle in for one of our favourite summer traditions. This screening, visitors will be treated to one of the greatest concert films ever made, Talking Heads: Stop Making Sense!
Music by Niรฑa Mendoza begins at 7pm
The movie starts at 9:15pm
๐ The Shipyards
๐ธ The Shipyards District
๐น Attractions in The Shipyard District to check out: The Quay Market and Food Hall, Inuit Gallery of Vancouver, Nook Shipyards.
Summer on the North Shore is ready for you! ๐
There's no better place to take in the season and enjoy the moment.
Start with a visit to Lynn Valley and experience a bit of Northern Hospitality ๐
๐ฒ Wondering how else to best enjoy nature on the North Shore? Follow the link and see how you can Play Like a Local https://bit.ly/3RRU8d8
๐ Twin Falls, Lynn Canyon Park
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๐น Attractions in the Lynn Valley area to check out: End of the Line General Store, Tommy's Cafe, Lynn Headwaters.
DYK? Vancouver's North Shore is considered the home of "Freeriding," where rides focus on tricks and style on trails full of man-made obstacles such as bridges and teeter-totters ๐ต
๐ Mount Seymour
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๐น Attractions in the Seymour area to check out: Bean Around The World, InGrain Pastificio, DJJ's Wedge Pizza.
A visit to Capilano River National Park is the perfect mid-week refresher! ๐ฒ Just 10 minutes in the gorgeous greenery and your battery will be back at full capacity ๐
For more ways to best enjoy your favourite nature spots, follow the link to see how you can North Shore Like a Local! https://northshorelikealocal.com
๐ Capilano River Regional Park
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๐น Attractions in the Upper Capilano area to check out: Capilano Suspension Bridge, Cleveland Dam, Barrio Coffee.
Happy Canada Day! ๐จ๐ฆ
If you're looking to celebrate the day, this is your formal invite to join the fun on the North Shore! Here are a couple of local spots that are holding free, public events:
๐ The Shipyards - Artist displays, live music, food trucks, beer garden
(11:30 am - 4 pm)
๐ MONOVA - Mountain Pals Pop-up Theatre
(1 & 3 pm)
๐ John Lawson Park - Live music, food vendors, kid's activities
(3 - 9 pm)
๐ North Shore Mountains
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๐น Canada Day events on Vancouver's North Shore: The Shipyards and John Lawson Park.
A big CONGRATS to the May winner of our Naturally North Shore Awards, Marc Pauls from Inuit Gallery of Vancouver! Recognized for his exceptional customer service, Marc was nominated by a guest who was blown away by their recent visit to the gallery.
"Marc not only provided insightful education about Inuit culture and art but also made the entire learning process a joy. His passion for the subject matter was palpable, and he effortlessly guided me through the intricacies of each piece with enthusiasm and expertise."
We couldn't be more proud to have Marc as a part of the North Shore service community. Well earned!
Thereโs no better time than now to start checking off that summer bucket list! With a jam packed summer filled with events, there's no better place to do just that than on Vancouver's North Shore! ๐ฒโ๏ธ
For a full list of events this summer on the North Shore, check out our latest blog at our link in bio.
Join Indigenous communities from BC and Washington State at Cates Park this weekend for 3 days of exciting canoe racing and celebration of a traditional Tsleil-Waututh Nation sport at the annual Whey-ah-Wichen Canoe Festival! ๐ฃ
๐ Cates Park
๐น Attractions in the Dollarton area to check out: Scratch Kitchen, Maplewood Flats, JJ Bean Coffee Roasters.
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One more hurrah for summer! Check out all the family-friendly events on Vancouver's North Shore this weekend! โ๏ธ ๐ค The Shipyards Night Market ๐ฆ The Shipyards Splash Park ๐ด Bike the Spirit Trail ๐ถ Get out on the water ๐ Grab some takeout and have a picnic ๐ Catch the sunset at the beach ๐ The Shipyards ๐ฝ๏ธ IG @cari_mai ๐น Attractions in The Shipyard District to check out: The Shipyards Splash Park, Reckless Shipyards, Raglan's Bistro.
Get the kids ready to get back to learning with an educationalโand fun!โvisit to @MaplewoodFarmNorthVan ๐ ๐ ๐ Summer hours continue until September 2. ๐ Maplewood Farm ๐ฝ๏ธ IG @kayamaplefam ๐น Attractions in the Maplewood area to check out: Maplewood Flats, Good Co. Northwoods, Belmondo Cafรฉ.
One of the most beautiful ways to get a little "up" on Vancouver's North Shore. Hot coffee, cold beer and more at the Cypress Pop-Up Village! ๐ Cypress Pop-Up Village ๐ฝ๏ธ IG @hellojordo ๐น Attractions in the West Vancouver area to check out: Lighthouse Park, Eagle Coaster, Whytecliff Park.
Explore the Lower Mainland's largest uncut rainforest at Lighthouse Park in West Vancouver. Easily accessible by West Vancouver Bus #250 to Horseshoe Bay. ๐ Lighthouse Park ๐ฝ๏ธ IG @sacobecerril ๐น Attractions in the West Vancouver area to check out: Isetta Cafe Bistro, Cypress Lookout, Troll's Restaurant.
Have you signed the North Shore Like a Local Pledge yet? Together, we can make choices that will keep the North Shore beautiful, friendly and safe for all. Sign the pledge today by clicking our link in bio and commit to playing, learning and loving it hereโjust like a local! ๐ Spirit Trail ๐น Attractions along the Spirit Trail to check out: Thomas Haas Fine Chocolates & Patisserie, Reckless Shipyards, Ambleside Beach.
Tell 'em you North Shored like a Local! ๐ Mount Seymour ๐ฝ๏ธ IG @whirlwindtravellers ๐น Attractions in the Seymour area to check out: Bean Around The World, InGrain Pastificio, DJJ's Wedge Pizza. . . . . . #ExploreNorthShore #ExploreBC #ExploreCanada #ExploreBritishColumbia #HelloBC #ExploreLocal #BeautifulBritishColumbia #NorthShoreAttractions #NorthShoreActivities #BCLiving #CityOfNorthVancouver #DistrictOfNorthVancouver #NorthVancouver #ExploreBCLocal #NorthVanLiving #NorthVancouverLiving #LivingOnTheNorthShore
The double lines on @grousemountain's Mountain Zipline Tours make for the perfect summer date! ๐ Grouse Mountain ๐ฝ๏ธ IG @teddybear.travel ๐น Attractions in the Upper Capilano area to check out: Cleveland Dam, Edgemont Village, Nicli Pizzeria + Bar.
The Eagle Coaster at Cypress Mountain is a summer-must for the whole family! Kids age 3 and up can play like a local and enjoy nature's thrill ride. For more ways on how you can play like a local, check out: https://northshorelikealocal.com/ ๐ Eagle Coaster at Cypress Mountain ๐ฝ๏ธ IG @shadow_and_lightโ โ ๐น Attractions in the West Vancouver area to check out: Cypress Lookout, Cypress Falls, Aguila Cantina
With a few handy tips from a North Shore local, you'll fit right in on your next visit! Explore our resources and take the pledge North Shore Like a Local: https://northshorelikealocal.com/
Magic moments at Whytecliff Park ๐ Located along the shores of Howe Sound, this scenic nature spot has ocean views that you won't soon forget and an unrivalled experience at sunset ๐ ๐ Whytecliff Park ๐ฝ๏ธ @hanaexplores ๐น Attractions in the West Vancouver area to check out: Lighthouse Park, JJ's Kitchen, The Orchard Gleneagles Clubhouse.
Your next nature outing is ready for you, but are YOU ready for it? Take stock before you go with these tips so you can North Shore Like a Local ๐๐ฒ Discover our resources and pledge to North Shore Like a Local! https://northshorelikealocal.com/
Craving Vietnamese? ๐ป๐ณ The Wooden Fish has some of the most authentic flavours in West Vancouver, made with fresh, local ingredients. Just look at those tiger prawns ๐ ๐ Wooden Fish ๐ฝ๏ธ IG @vancityh ๐น Attractions in the Ambleside area to check out: Thierry Ambleside, Silk Purse Arts Centre, Ambleside Beach.
Summer day trip idea: Exploring Grouse Mountain Resort! ๐ป Follow the treeline to the peak of Vancouver, where you'll find ziplining, a lumberjack show, a grizzly bear habitat, and so much more. If you're new to the North Shore and not sure where to begin, the view from the top will let you take it all in at once! ๐ Grouse Mountain ๐ฝ๏ธ IG @dashapilguy ๐น Attractions in the Upper Capilano area to check out: Capilano River Hatchery, Capilano River Regional Park, Cantina Norte.
The donuts at Goldie's Donuts & Bakery are the best excuse to live a little! ๐ฉ Freshly made donuts with flavours like strawberry milkshake and mocha tiramisiuโwhat more reason do you need to take a break from your routine? ๐ Goldies Donuts & Bakery ๐ฝ๏ธ IG @goldies.yvr. ๐น Attractions in the Horseshoe Bay area to check out: Olive & Anchor, Spirit Gallery, Seaside Village Cafe.
If only there were a handy guide on safely and respectfully exploring the North Shore... Oh wait, there is! Take the pledge to North Shore Like a Local, and check out our resources: https://northshorelikealocal.com/
What's the buzz around The Shipyards District? ๐ It's that The Main Street Honey Shoppe has some of the best honey on the North Shore! Made with rooftop hives, here's Bee Keeper Tony checking in on the colony to see how things are going! ๐ Main Street Honey Shoppe ๐น Attractions in the Shipyard District to check out: The Polygon Gallery, Dolce Amore - The Gelato Mafia, Seaside Provisions.
Nature's stairmaster, or flying high above the treet topsโhow do you prefer to get up Grouse Mountain? ๐ Grouse Grind ๐ฝ๏ธ IG @anastasiia_webdeveloper ๐น Attractions in the Upper Capilano area to check out: Capilano Suspension Bridge, Sushi Mori, Capilano River Regional Park.
With so many incredible bites to taste at Legendary Hot Pot ้ไธญๅท็ซ้ in West Vancouver, you're going to want to bring a crew. It's the most fun you can have cooking your own food! ๐ฒ ๐ Legendary Hot Pot ๐ฝ๏ธ IG @yothatssobomb ๐น Attractions in the West Vancouver area to check out: Park Royal Mall, Ambleside Beach, Spirit Trail.
Hey birdwatchers! Maplewood Flats is the North Shore's only wild bird sanctuary, home to more than 250 different species ๐ฆ Can you name this little guy? ๐ Maplewood Flats ๐ฝ๏ธ IG @pollittshawn ๐น Attractions in the Maplewood area to check out: Maplewood Farm, Good Co. Northwoods, Belmondo Cafรฉ.
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