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Fizz Mobile

Arriving in Vancouver with style, Fizz sets itself apart with an amazing suite of features designed to enhance the user experience and keep money in your pocket.

Generous Data Plans

Fizz offers ample data plans to keep you connected without compromise. Plus, with data rollover, any unused data is automatically carried over to the next month, ensuring you get the most out of your plan.

Transparent Pricing

Say goodbye to bill shock with Fizz’s transparent pricing. There are no hidden fees or surprise charges – what you pay for is what you get. With Fizz, you’ll enjoy peace of mind knowing exactly how much you’ll be paying each month.

Community At The Forefront

As a Fizz member, you’re not just a customer – you’re part of a vibrant community. Fizz rewards members for helping each other out; for example, answering questions on the forum and gifting data to fellow members.

Flexibility and Control

Fizz puts you in the driver’s seat with their flexible plans and easy-to-use website. Customize your plan according to your needs, adjust your data allowance, and track your usage with ease, all from the palm of your hand. Plus, you can send that one friend who’s always asking for a hotspot some data and save your battery.

Freedom Mobile

Freedom Mobile offers widespread coverage across Vancouver and beyond, ensuring you stay connected wherever you go. With their reliable network, dropped calls and dead zones become a thing of the past.

Enhanced Features

Freedom Mobile goes beyond basic connectivity with a range of enhanced features. From Wi-Fi calling to visual voicemail, they offer tools to enhance your communication experience.

Customer Support

Experience top-notch customer support with Freedom Mobile’s dedicated team. Whether you need assistance setting up your device or troubleshooting an issue, help is just a phone call away.

Wi-Fi Calling

Stay connected even in areas with poor cellular coverage using Freedom Mobile’s Wi-Fi calling feature. Make and receive calls over Wi-Fi networks, ensuring you’re always reachable, no matter where you are.

Public Mobile

Public Mobile empowers users with fully customizable plans. Choose the data, talk, and text options that best suit your needs, ensuring you only pay for what you use.

Self-Serve Options:

Public Mobile puts control in your hands with self-serve options for managing your account. From changing plans to adding features, you can make adjustments effortlessly online.

AutoPay Discount

Save even more with Public Mobile’s AutoPay discount. Enroll in AutoPay and enjoy a monthly discount on your plan, making it even more affordable to stay connected.

Refer-a-Friend Program

Spread the word about Public Mobile and earn rewards through their refer-a-friend program. Refer friends and family to join Public Mobile, and both you and your referrals will receive rewards as a thank you.

Chatr Mobile

Public Mobile empowers users with fully customizable plans. Choose the data, talk, and text options that best suit your needs, ensuring you only pay for what you use.

International Calling Options

Keep in touch with loved ones abroad with Chatr Mobile’s international calling options. Enjoy affordable rates for making calls to over 200 countries worldwide, so you can stay in touch no matter where you are.

Travel Add-Ons

Stay connected while traveling with Chatr Mobile’s travel add-ons. Choose from affordable options for international roaming and data roaming, ensuring you stay connected even when you’re away from home.

Bring Your Own Device

Bring your own device and enjoy the benefits of Chatr Mobile’s network without the hassle of purchasing a new phone. Simply insert your Chatr SIM card into your compatible device, and you’re ready to go.

Lucky Mobile

Lucky Mobile keeps it simple with straightforward plans that fit your needs. Choose from a range of options with no hidden fees or complicated terms.

Multi-Month Plans

Save money with Lucky Mobile’s multi-month plans. Choose a plan with a longer commitment and enjoy discounted rates, making it even more affordable to stay connected in the long run.

Bring Your Own Device

Keep your current device and switch to Lucky Mobile hassle-free. Bring your own phone and enjoy the benefits of their network without the need to purchase a new device.

Nationwide Coverage

Enjoy nationwide coverage with Lucky Mobile’s extensive network. Whether you’re in the city or exploring the great outdoors, you can count on reliable connectivity wherever you go.

Vancouver residents have a range of affordable data plan options to choose from, each with its own unique benefits. Whether you prioritize expansive coverage, simplicity, or community engagement, there’s a plan to suit your needs and budget.

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The upscale neighbourhood is teeming with , making it the perfect place to do an overhaul of your wardrobe or a total makeover from head to toe. 

Stand out from the rest by visiting one of these spots that feature one-of-a-kind items and offer distinctive services you can only find in Yaletown. 

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Unique Stores in Yaletown

Global Atomic Designs

 

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Yaletown’s longest-running boutique is sure to have everything you need. They carry both men’s and women’s clothing and footwear from prominent international brands. Regularly check out their clearance racks, as they often have lots of good stuff in there that’s a total steal. You can see more at .

Address: 1144 Mainland Street, Vancouver

Fine Finds Boutique

 

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For fine finds, look no further than this boutique in the heart of Yaletown. Stocked with awesome local designer brands like Matt & Nat and Free People, keen shoppers like yourself will find everything from tops and bottoms to bags, shoes and jewelry. Check out their selection at  

Address: 1014 Mainland Street, Vancouver

Surmesur Custom Menswear 

 

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Men in need of custom and tailored formal wear must visit Surmesur. It offers the perfect blend of elegance, versatility and extreme comfort. The boutique is also the place to be if you’re in search of a suit for a wedding, whether you’re a groomsman or the groom. After all, summer and spring are wedding seasons. Check out what they have in store at .

Address: 1012 Mainland Street, Vancouver

Brooklyn Clothing

 

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Their slogan is, “shopping made simple.” Brooklyn Clothing carries lots of prestigious men’s clothing brands from Canada, the USA and Europe, including AG, Dougherty, Fidelity and Fulton And Roark. They always have wicked deals in their sales section as well, with sometimes up to 75% off. You can take a peak at their sale section at .

Address: 1189 Hamilton Street, Vancouver

Her SOCIETY

 

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Pluck some glamourous numbers off the racks at this boutique for your next night on the town. They have a seemingly never-ending selection of outfits. Whether you’re looking for something sweet and flirty for spring or something a little outside the box for a themed get-together, they’ve got it all. You can find all their new arrivals at

Address: 1202 Homer Street, Vancouver

West of Woodward

 

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Have you met Brooklyn Clothing’s sister store? Discover premium women’s denim and some luxury staples at this notable boutique in Yaletown. They carry lots of hot brands, with everything from Colourful Standard to Faithful The Brand. Find something cute for your next date night or a professional look for the office. If you’re already obsessed with Brooklyn Clothing, you should check out as they come out with a new platform to shop.

Address: 1188 Hamilton Street, Vancouver

Salons in Yaletown

Frilly Lilly

 

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Treat yourself to one of the many services offered at this adorable Yaletown spa. They have lots to choose from, including waxing, nails, facials and all things lashes and brows. You’ll leave here feeling like a brand new you. To treat yourself to this adorable spa at .

Address: 1168 Hamilton Street #100, Vancouver 

Maryam Collahi MedSpa 

 

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This chic exposed brick spa specializes in permanent makeup. They also accept bookings for what they call “Vancouver’s eyebrow goddess” and her team, who perform threading and microblading to achieve the perfect brows. And they’re a popular spot for bridal looks. You can find the perfect service package at

Address: 1118 Homer Street #111, Vancouver

May Le Hair Studio

Make all your hair dreams come true at this salon that’s been serving Yaletown for more than 20 years. Get your hair cut, coloured or styled by one of their many talented stylists. They also offer permanent hair straightening as well as other services. Learn more at .

Address: 1185 Pacific Blvd, Vancouver

is. Salon

 

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Visit Yaletown’s original boutique salon to fulfill all your hair needs. They offer cuts, colours, styling, extensions, braids and more. Plus, you can find some of the best products here to get that salon feeling in the comfort of your own home. You can find everything you need at .

Address: 101-1260 Hamilton Street, Vancouver 

Style Lab Headquarters

 

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Walk away with a bounce in your step after an appointment at this Yaletown salon. Its central location and impeccable service make it one of the best salons in the city. From cuts to colours and everything in between, you’ll find it at Style Lab. Check out their services .

Address: 858 Cambie Street, Vancouver

Citrus Hair Salon

 

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Grab a seat at this fun-loving salon that specializes in balayage and hair extensions. You can also stock up on some incredible products here. They sell some of the highest quality hair products (including tools), as well as items for the face and body. You can book an appointment now at citrushairsalon.com.

Address: 875 Cambie Street, Vancouver

Luxe Beauty Lounge & Mobile Spa

 

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What makes this spot so unique is they offer mobile parties where you can get manis, pedis, organic facials, scrubs, wraps, spray tans, waxing and more. They also offer hair and makeup services, as well as brow tinting. To experience a bit of everything, opt for one of their lavish packages. Check out luxebeautylounge.com to find your perfect package!

Address: 1208 Homer Street #123, Vancouver

Not convinced yet? Hit the shops for yourself and find that perfect piece of clothing to feel like your best self or give the gift of self-care to someone special in your life.

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While Vancouver based furniture maker ChopValue does make furniture out of used chopsticks, they are not a design feature. 

The salvaged material is turned into composite board which can then be used like wood.

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According to Business Insider, people in Vancouver throw out 100,000 pairs of chopsticks everyday.

ChopValue rounds up a fraction of these from 300 restaurants across the city. They wash them, coat them in resin and crush them in a hydraulic machine which produces a composite board panel. 

 

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They turn this into cutting boards, desks, game pieces and accept custom orders. 

If you were interested to see what a finished piece looks like, Canadian restaurant chain Pacific Poke collaborated with ChopValue and features it’s work in their restaurants. 

 

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The innovative approach has led the Vancouver company to be featured by the World Economic Forum, the Guardian and Lonely Planet because of its sustainable business model. 

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Watsu is a form of water therapy whereby the client is supported, held, massaged, swished and swayed floating in water by a certified practitioner. 

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For many the idea of being free held and gently touched in a pool might induce stress not relieve it, but Watsu has practitioners all over the world, including one in Burnaby.

One Facebook reviewer of the service said “Watsu was one of the most joyous physical therapy experiences I’ve ever had.”

Diana Cheng, Metro Vancouver’s sole practitioner, didn’t just randomly start offering this service. According to the Watsu registry, they have 442 hours of training. They also work as an energy healer in other capacities.

 

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The combination of water heated to 35°C and being held up by water sounds like an ideal condition to work through stress, if one is willing to try energy healing. 

A one and a half hour session costs $257.

Is this something you’d try? Let us know in the comments below!

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You call a big box company to help you out, but there is a shortage of parts and the repair may take 4 weeks or more. It’s a surprisingly everyday problem that is stressful and leaves you feeling stranded.

However, has figured out a way around parts availability and has become a life saver for many families across the lower mainland.

Parts Availability; A Common Struggle

A common struggle is the fact that most appliances are no longer just plug and go. Today’s machines are ‘smarter’ and therefore require skilled and knowledgeable experts, service technicians and very specific parts.

As with all technical items, there is a certain amount of time before the parts need an update or replacement.

Parts availability issues are nothing new. In fact, most appliance providers state the majority of customer calls revolve around parts inventory.

The pandemic has played a role in supply. Production has been slower due to many parts suppliers having to decrease operations due to strict COVID-19 protocols. This directly impacts the shipment of parts to manufacturers or dealers across the globe. Having enough shippers to get to multiple locations on time is also a struggle.

As a result, many customers find themselves waiting 4-8 weeks for parts to arrive.

A Reliable Source

As big box companies struggle, Vancouver’s Handy Appliances has been able to utilize multiple distributors for parts – something similar businesses don’t utilize.

This has allowed them to build up their inventory and their popularity for providing a quick turnaround.
Knowing that this isn’t just a Metro Vancouver issue, Handy Appliances also provides service in the Fraser Valley and throughout the Sea to Sky corridor.

The next time you find yourself in the situation of needing parts for your appliance,

Handy Appliances

Address: 1398 E 49th Ave #100, Vancouver, BC V5W 2J5

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Employ To Empower is hosting their 8th annual pop-up Vancouver Street Store and needs our help. They are collecting donations for the city’s most vulnerable residents in the Downtown Eastside in Vancouver. It’s an opportunity to provide a dignified shopping experience for the city’s homeless.

This free pop-up clothing store is known to uplift residents and offer a hand up (as opposed to a hand out). However, the store is severely lacking donations this year and has asked for people to generously step up this weekend on Saturday, December 4.

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The drop off date is on Saturday, December 4th from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 41 E Hastings Street in Vancouver.

If you will be coming down to drop-off donations, please be assured that there are several safety measures will be in place. They include: reduced capacity, sanitization stations and temperature checks.

Donations that are needed and being accepted include:

• Women + Men’s winter jackets + pants
• Medium-sized to large-sized backpacks
• Warm blankets
• Men’s + Womens New Underwear
• New Towels
• Sleeping bags
• New Socks
• Unopened Toiletries
• Winter accessories (gloves, scarves, hats)
• Winter boots (especially larger sizes)

Things that cannot be accepted include:

• Summer clothing
• Kids clothing
• Hotel size shampoos / toiletries
• High heels* + Open-toed shoes

The actual store will be open to Downtown Eastside residents at Oppenheimer Park 400 Powell Street on December 11 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The Vancouver Street Store has been exempt from the Provincial Health Officer’s Gatherings and Events order, on the basis of providing essential items and services to people in need.

604 Now is a proud media sponsor of the Vancouver Street Store. For more information on how to get involved, check out the Employ To Empower website.

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