Enter Kidtropolis, an indoor city where kids get to roam around and play in a safe environment that sparks their imaginations. There are so many possibilities for creative play here! Children become firefighters, police officers, dentists, veterinarians, restaurant owners, teachers, stage performers and more.
Wondering where to swim in Vancouver this summer? We have compiled a list of our favourite indoor swimming pools.
Is getting active one of your intentions in 2018? Do it with Parkour! Parkour was inspired by military obstacle course training. Using speed and efficiency, participants move by combining running, jumping, vaulting, rolling, climbing and martial arts. Parkour also encourages functional skills like spatial awareness and precision. At the end of a session, what you…
Even before the walking starts – life with a baby is BUSY! Just getting out the door is a win and getting to pre-determined places on time: gold star, please. On top of the regular crazy, baby’s feeding and napping needs seem to be the ruler of all supposed schedules. If nap schedules or non-schedules…
Not gonna lie: cold, rainy days are synonymous with blanket forts, hot chocolate, and our favourite YouTube Kids shows on autoplay. Cuddling with our little ones is THE BEST, but it doesn’t take long before they get wiggly. When they start bouncing off the walls, I know it’s time to get outside. Children need to…
In a world dominated by plastic toys and over-stimulating techno gadgets, it’s refreshing to know that there are companies that care enough to create beautiful, lasting wooden toys so kids can explore, learn and play in a peaceful environment. Tender Leaf Toys is one such toy-maker. This UK company reflects the values we want in…
With our long, relatively mild autumn weather, Vancouver is the ideal city for a crisp fall walk. The crowds of the summer have dissipated, the leaves are golden and green and mushrooms are popping up on the forest floor and beside sidewalks. There’s lots to see and do outdoors in the fall, so why not pack up the kids and go for a walk?
Summer in Vancouver goes fast. Before you know it, shorts, swimsuits and deck chairs are 50% off, Back to School ads are out, and the sun is down at 7 o’clock. So now is the time to make the most of summer with the kids. We’ve got ways to keep it simple, challenges for the…
Summer’s here, and Canada Day weekend puts us all in the mood for some quintessentially Canuck action. We’ve gathered up some iconic Canadian activities you can do close to home from Canada Day events to jumping in a lake or paddling a canoe. Celebrate Canada’s Birthday! Dig out the red and white and get your…
Explore UBC with your kids, and you might be surprised at how much things have changed since you last set foot on campus!
