third places

Leaving the house costs too much

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 spend upwards from $20 to $50…

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