Tag: Stanley Park
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15 Fun Things to Do in Vancouver This Weekend: Dec. 26–28
Celebrate the Contact Winter Music Festival Vancouver’s largest indoor winter music festival returns to the city’s Pacific Coliseum this Friday and Saturday. With top-tier electronic acts, immersive light displays, and a festive crowd, it’s a highlight for music lovers. Plan to arrive early, bring a warm layer, and enjoy the energetic atmosphere that takes over…
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Vancouver Park Board’s Harry Potter apology draws J.K. Rowling’s attention
Vancouver Park Board Vote Sparks Backlash and Reflection The Vancouver Park Board’s decision to apologize to the 2SLGBTQ+ community over its November decision to host the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience in Stanley Park has become a flashpoint in the city’s ongoing discussions about inclusion, sponsorship, and free speech. A motion passed by the board…
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Vancouver Park Board’s Rowling Controversy Spurs Apology to 2SLGBTQ+ Community
Overview: A decision with nationwide attention The Vancouver Park Board’s recent motion to apologize to the 2SLGBTQ+ community over the decision to host the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience in Stanley Park has drawn national attention, including a public response from author J.K. Rowling. What began as a routine policy debate evolved into a test…
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Vancouver Park Board Apology Over Harry Potter Event Draws J.K. Rowling’s Attention
Background: The controversy unfolds in Stanley Park The Vancouver Park Board recently passed a motion to apologize to the 2SLGBTQ+ community for its decision to host the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience in Stanley Park in November. The event, which features immersive experiences inspired by J.K. Rowling’s wizarding world, became a flashpoint in debates over…