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Vacant home tax could feature on November ballot in San Francisco
San Franciscans could vote this fall on whether the city should tax thousands of vacant homes to encourage landlords to rent them and help ease the housing crisis.Supervisor Dean Preston said Tuesday that he and local activists wanted to…
Ripley’s Aquarium will let you dine with the sharks in Toronto this Valentine’s Day
Toronto offers plenty of romantic Valentine's Day adventures, and Ripley's Aquarium is hosting an event with the ultimate ocean vibes. On February 14, the aquarium serves dinner for two where couples can eat inside the aquarium's signature…
Airbnb challenges order to provide data to Vancouver activist
Rohana Rezel: “Overall, it will help citizens have a clear understanding of who is hosting what and where”
Airbnb is challenging a decision by the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of British Columbia that ordered the City of…
This British Columbia Airbnb has been named one of the most romantic in Canada
Valentine's Day is approaching and happy couples (and singles) are looking for a place to spend the most romantic evening of the year.
If staying home doesn't sound chic enough, you're not alone. Get ready to sweep your lover and take…
InsuraGuest signs an agreement with Hostify
A smart property management system for short-term and vacation rentals
VANCOUVER, BC /ACCESSWIRE/February 2, 2022/ InsuraGuest Technologies, Inc.® (TSXV:ISGI)(OTCQB:ISGIF) (“InsuraGuest” or the “Company”), through its wholly owned U.S.…
Vancouver’s population has shrunk for the first time in 40 years
After decades of steady growth, Vancouver's population has experienced its first decline since the 1970s.
Data from Statistics Canada shows the city's population in 2020 at 700,015 but the following year dropping to 693,235, a…
Mark Hamill in Vancouver to shoot a new Netflix series
We've got a double whammy of TV news for you, folks! Not only has Mike Flanagan's latest project officially kicked off in town, but the ever-lovable Mark Hamill is in town for it. Curious to know what to expect? We do…
Airbnb’s illegal Vancouver owner in tears pleading for license
“She continues to ignore the regulations that apply to anyone handling short-term rentals in Vancouver”
The operator of an illegal Airbnb rental property in Vancouver broke down in tears at City Hall on Tuesday as she…
City of Vancouver may soon be forced to release Airbnb license data
The housing challenges plaguing Vancouver have been well documented, and some say Airbnb is playing a big role in the housing crisis.
While licensing data for businesses operating in Vancouver is released by the city, until now the city has…
Vancouver hosts a robot restaurant show with a Japanese twist
If you love food and catering events, this new show might be for you.
the Robot restaurant show arrives in Vancouver, which is similar to the experience of the world…
5 airflows on Airbnb you can chill in and they look super cool
Renting an Airstream takes a weekend getaway to the next level, and there are some super cute ones to choose from in British ColumbiaYou've probably seen Airstream trailers all over Instagram - they have an iconic look that gives the…
Interview with Sophie Thatcher: “Yellow vests” and “Boba Fett’s book”
Sophie Thatcher was cast as the teenage version of Nat – the shaggy-haired, Nirvana-loving, shotgun-loving badass – on yellow jackets before Juliette Lewis was cast to play the older version of the character. So in fact Thatcher is not a…
Growing global potato shortage affects fries from Japan to Kenya
There is a growing global shortage of potatoes - a real problem for a planet addicted to french fries and fries.A number of popular items, including cooking pot and cream cheese, have faced shortages due to supply chain disruptions caused…
Ahead of its IPO, Clio wins Clearco CFO
Clearco has also lost a co-founder as another becomes interim CFO.
Clio has secured a new CFO from another Canadian unicorn, marking an executive's second departure in recent weeks for Clearco.
Curt Sigfstead joined…
This French island near Canada is the first place in North America to celebrate the New Year
You might not know it, but there is actually a French archipelago near Canada, and its unique time zone means it's the first place in North America to ring in the New Year.Saint Pierre and Miquelon is a group of eight islands just off the…
Smith’s Maneuver: The Loophole Canadian Homeowners Are Using to Cut Taxes
Canadians often complain that mortgage interest is not tax deductible, like in the United States. Some argue that this is a compromise with the capital gains exemption enjoyed by Canadian owners. However, one of the less well-kept secrets…
Who needs Wi-Fi? Off-grid can be a draw for vacation rentals
Once, when booking a getaway, the free WiFi was also essential as hot showers. But in a time of endless dark news and unlimited remote working, staying connected doesn't seem so important anymore.
Step into a whole new kind of Airbnbs,…
NYCFC 2022 regular season schedule announced
New York City FC has released the schedule for the 2022 regular season. The season kicks off in February to host the FIFA World Cup finals, which take place in Qatar from November 21 to December 18. This is the first start to the season in…
IT News Online – InsuraGuest partners with Tokeet
ACCESS WIRE2021-12-07 A vacation rental management software companyVANCOUVER, BC / ACCESSWIRE / December 7, 2021 / InsuraGuest Technologies, Inc.® (TSXV: ISGI) (OTCQB: ISGIF) (“InsuraGuest” or the “Company”), through its wholly-owned US…
9 hot springs in British Columbia you can visit this winter to keep you warm
Hot springs are those amazing natural phenomena that make you feel like you're in a five-star spa, but you're actually often in the middle of nowhere - and British Columbia has plenty of them. Venturing to these surreal hot springs is the…
Dilapidated cabin in British Columbia just sold for $ 200,000 and people spotted its impressive…
People stood up for a dilapidated cabin, which was listed at $ 235,000 and just sold for $ 200,000.The 500 square foot property, which was built in 1962, is in New Denver, British Columbia and in a Reddit thread some users have criticized…
enCore Energy Advances Development at Rosita Uranium Plant in South Texas; enCore Energy and Azarga…
VANCOUVER, BC, 23 November 2021 / CNW / - enCore Energy Corp. (TSXV: EU) (OTCQB: ENCUF) (“enCore”) and Azarga Uranium Corp. (TSX: AZZ) (OTCQB: AZZUF) (FRA: P8AA) (“Azarga Uranium”) are pleased to provide an update on the modernization of…
A third of remote employees would rather quit than return to work full-time in person: Airbnb
More than a third (38%) of self-identified remote employees say they would rather quit their jobs than return to work full-time in person, according to a survey of 7,500 consumers by Airbnb. The Airbnb survey found shifting trends in…
DoorDash Announces Acquisition of Finnish Company Wolt in $ 8.1 Billion Deal
CNBC Television released this video clip, titled "DoorDash Announces Acquisition of Finland-based Wolt in $ 8.1 Billion Stock Deal" - below is their description.Deirdre Bosa joins 'Closing Bell' to report the news of Doordash and its…
Find accommodation in Nanaimo | Vancouver Island University
Looking for accommodation in Nanaimo? The housing market in Nanaimo can be a challenge - for example, right now there is little empty rental housing (although it looks like it could get better!). The sooner you start your research,…
Check out Vancouver’s floating love nest (PHOTOS)
When Jean-Michel Turbide first decided to buy a boat as the COVID-19 pandemic swept the globe, with the idea of turning it into floating accommodation, people thought it was a crazy idea .
But now he owns a Popular and unique…
Lyft beats up and down, says it’s 100% focused on transportation
CNBC Television released this video clip, titled "Lyft beats up and down, says it's 100% focused on transportation" - below is their description.Deirdre Bosa joins 'Closing Bell' to discuss Lyft's latest results.CNBC TV YouTube…
Housekeeping Show Location: Where was the Netflix show filmed?
NOTetflix show Housemaid has proven itself with its spectacular scenery and incredible sets, which have left many wondering where it was shot.While Stephanie TerreThe memories of s are set in Washington State, most of the filming actually…
Is Fisher Island a real place?
Netflix's hit show Housemaid, one of the best dramas of the year, has a beautiful and haunting place to match the heart-wrenching story of Alex (Margaret Qualley), a young mother who is building a new life for her two-year-old daughter…
11 places Vancouverites can visit in Washington once the border reopens
The US land border will reopen next month, meaning Vancouver residents suddenly have many more options for local travel than they had throughout the pandemic.
Are you tired of hiking the same trails on the Côte-Nord? Have you explored…