First Fridays and Beyond
Now that those April showers are finally out the way, it’s time to explore the Exchange and enjoy these longer spring days! Here are a few highlights of what’s going on in the neighbourhood for…
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April in the Exchange
First Fridays in the Exchange April 1st, 5 pm to late The iconic community-wide arts event is back on the map, with dozens of Exchange District galleries, shops and restaurants participating this Friday. Bevvy Teyems…
Winter in the Exchange
There’s another reason to get outside and enjoy Winter in the Exchange—a brand new set of lights sparkling above the community rink at The Cube! Created by Victoria-based Art Tech company Limbic Media, the light…
Exchange District La Poutine Week Guide
La Poutine Week is taking note from its sister event (Le Burger Week) and extending the festival of food into a two-week affair. This year’s Exchange District lineup favours classic comfort foods, a welcome remedy…
Meet Bunnii, the Exchange District’s newest tech startup
TappCar, an Exchange District-based ride share service, is growing its team and diversifying its revenue stream by “tapping” into on-demand delivery with its newest venture Bunnii. It’s a welcome addition to the neighbourhood, contributing to…
Gift Guide #5: Style Stalkers
The Exchange District has always been a playground for creatives, with design studios and art galleries tucked around every corner of the neighbourhood. If you’re looking for a gift that will get the approval of…
Gift Guide #4: A Little Bit of Everything
Whether shopping for that hard-to-buy-for person on your list or the one with a thousand interests, these local shops have this, that and everything in between. Shop Local this holiday season. Shop the Exchange. Soga…
Gift Guide #3: For Homebodies
Though it could be argued that we’ve all been homebodies for the past while, everyone has that friend who understands that sometimes all it takes to make a house a home is that special touch…
Gift Guide #2: Boredom Banishers
This gift guide is perfect for the ones in your life that always have something on the go, whether it’s a puzzle covering the table, a book in hand or an outdoor adventure to look…
Gift Guide #1: Conscious Consumers
Holiday shopping for friends and loved ones who value sustainability and transparency is easy in the Exchange District! Many of the gift ideas below are responsibly crafted right here in the neighbourhood and use production…
2021 AGM Executive Director’s Address
As we continue to grapple with the effects of the pandemic, David Pensato offered some thoughts he’s gathered from others about dips, overcoming limitations, and building towards the future at this year’s AGM. Writing a…
Nuit Blanche 2021
Everyone’s favourite arts festival is back! This year, Nuit Blanche has expanded from a one night event to a month-long celebration, allowing the community to participate in live events and engage with art installations for…