leisure

photo of Stanley Park Seawall
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Leaving the house costs too much

Peak Web January 13, 2025

By: Phone Min Thant, Staff Writer Regret was the first of many emotions I went through as I saw $9.98 on the cashier screen for my lunch — a slice of cheesecake, and that was just a dessert item. Imagine a whole meal! Many people say Vancouver is getting too expensive and they aren’t wrong. The core solution lies in addressing the increasing scarcity of free or affordable public spaces in Vancouver. It’s crucial that we have a “third place” aside from work and home to socialize and build community.  Fancy a dinner with your loved ones? Be prepared to…

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This photo is of an individual sitting at their computer. Their head is in their hands and they look stressed and tired.
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New study connects sitting time with increased risk of heart disease

News September 23, 2022

By: Chloë Arneson, News Writer A new study published in the journal of JAMA Cardiology supports the notion that prolonged sitting is associated with increased risk of early death and heart conditions. The research found individuals who sit for more…

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