Author: janelle

Janelle has been a Kitsilano resident for eight years and currently works and lives in the neighbourhood. Originally from a farming community in Saskatchewan, she is keenly interested in building community and food security. At Kitsilano.ca she shares tidbits on the hyper-local food scene, seasonal recipes and community events. By day, Janelle is a lawyer who works as the Director of Programming at the Pacific Business and Law Institute, a legal education company based in Kitsilano. She is also an Adjunct Professor at UBC. She is currently on maternity leave and looking forward to spending a little more time at the beach and hanging out in the neighbourhood with her family.
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Events, News

Networking Event: Kitsilano Chamber of Commerce Business After Business, Nov. 28

On Thursday, November 28 all are invited to join the Kitsilano Chamber of Commerce at their next Business After Hours networking event. The...

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Food & Drink, News

August Jack Tapas Bar Offering $1 Oyster Sundays

The August Jack, a Kitsilano tapas bar and restaurant, is offering $1 oysters on Sundays. We hear that their Read Island Gem and Sawmill...

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Events, News

Where to Watch the Grey Cup in Kitsilano

I grew up in Saskatchewan, also know as “Rider Nation.”  Rider fans lose their minds over every ordinary CFL game, so imagine the...

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News

Pit Bull Stabbed to Death near Kits Beach

A pit bull, said to be extremely aggressive, was stabbed to death near Kitsilano Beach Park this afternoon. A 72-year-old man had been out...

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News

Sticky’s Candy Store Opens on West Broadway

The Candy Isle at 2083 West 4th is one of those iconic shops I love having in my neighbourhood. The huge selection of nostalgic candy...

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Events, Food & Drink, News

High-End Pleasure: Premium California Wine & Small Plates Pairing, November 21

On Thursday, November 21, readers with the big bucks can attend a night of premium California wines and small plates hosted by our very own...

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Events, Family, News, Shopping

Family Toy and Clothing Sale at Kitsilano Community Centre, Nov. 10

Kitsilano Community Centre will hold their annual Family Toy and Clothing Sale on Sunday, November 10 from 10:00am-1:00pm. This is your...

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Food & Drink, News

Rain or Shine Homemade Ice Cream Set to Open on West 4th

I love ice cream, especially the really rich, artisan kind that has become more popular these days. Lucky for me (but maybe not my waist...