Activist Maisie Hurley lived from 1887 to 1962. A non-Native, she advocated for aboriginal rights and received many presents from First Nations leaders for her work. See some of these gifts in Entwined Histories: Gifts from the Maisie Hurley Collection at the North Vancouver Museum and Archives (to Nov. 6).—Sheri Radford More information: North Vancouver [...]

Chef Hervé Martin, who closed his long-running Hermitage earlier this year, has resurfaced at Main and 23rd, just a short cab ride from downtown. The French Table (pictured), neighbourhood bistro in style, sports a menu hinging on classics such as coq au vin, duck confit, steak frîtes and pan-fried sweetbreads, along with an approachable wine [...]

Grab a paddle, lace those hiking boots and ready that fishing pole: Where‘s headed to the North Shore By Jennifer Patterson Get Wet Water babies feel right at home in picturesque Deep Cove, a short drive from downtown Vancouver and a haven for water sports enthusiasts. Rent a kayak at Deep Cove Canoe & Kayak [...]

For the freshest of marine cuisine, hop on the SeaBus—one of the best sightseeing deals around—and head across the harbour to discover Lower Lonsdale (LoLo to the cool crowd), a fascinating mix of small shops and tempting eateries just up from bustling Lonsdale Quay Public Market. Aptly named Fishworks is worth the trip. Owner and [...]

Going against the grain works for North Vancouver-born artist Keer Tanchak, who forgoes traditional paint canvases in favour of less-conventional, rounded sheets of aluminum in Still Dreaming Life at Elissa Cristall Gallery (to Jun. 26). Tanchak’s neo-Rococo style has a contemporary twist, depicting soldiers and well-to-do lassies (“s’plaid!,” pictured) in flashy hues that are sure [...]

One of the downsides of living in a rainforest is the predictable wet—and at times snowy—weather, but don’t let this small roadblock stop you from getting your nature fix. North Vancouver success story Arc’teryx sets the standard for outdoor gear, including high-tech jackets (pictured) and snuggle-worthy fleece zip-ups. Available at Coast Mountain Sports, Valhalla Pure [...]

TASTEFUL TRIPS Hop on the SeaBus to discover Le Bistro Chez Michel, a family-run, North Vancouver bistro serving eclectic French fare and overlooking the harbour. On the menu: baked-onion soup, a chef’s charcuterie plate, juicy rib-eyes with fries, bouillabaisse and the cassoulet Toulousain, the owners’ hometown recipe. Or take the newly opened Canada Line SkyTrain [...]