Lodestar Media

Lodestar Media Welcome to Lodestar—the home of B.C.’s most trusted media brands. Online Marketing Services for Local Small Businesses.

Whether you're looking for your next home (Live), doing business in Vancouver (Work), exploring local culture (Play), or staying connected (Local News), we’ve got you covered.

06/09/2026

City views, good company and a full room of Forty Under 40 alumni.

Business in Vancouver hosted its Forty Under 40 alumni social at Parker Rooftop on May 27, bringing together past honourees for an evening of catching up, celebrating and swapping ideas with people who continue to shape B.C.’s business community.

With more than 35 years of alumni represented, the night was a reminder of just how strong this network has become and how it continues to grow in impact across the province.

Know someone who should be next? Nominations for the next Forty Under 40 Awards are now open on the BIV website.

Video by Naman Dhillon.

The future of B.C.’s business scene is already here and doing very impressive things, and Business in Vancouver’s Forty ...
05/26/2026

The future of B.C.’s business scene is already here and doing very impressive things, and Business in Vancouver’s Forty Under 40 magazine is a great reminder of that.

Each year, 40 standout leaders under the age of 40 are selected through a highly competitive nomination and judging process, representing industries like tech, law, finance and beyond.

Inside this special edition, you’ll also find members of the Forty Under 40 alumni community, now more than 1,400 strong, continuing to shape businesses and communities across the province in meaningful ways. Their in-depth profiles explore how they lead, what shaped their careers and the advice they have for what comes next.

It’s a collection of ideas, ambition and the occasional “how are they doing all of this before 40?” moment. And yes, we still believe some stories are best told in print.

Nominations for the next Forty Under 40 Awards are now open. Do you know who should be next? Visit the BIV website for more information.

Squamish business owners, this one’s for you.On May 20, our in-house digital agency will host a hands-on digital marketi...
05/12/2026

Squamish business owners, this one’s for you.

On May 20, our in-house digital agency will host a hands-on digital marketing workshop at the Squamish Adventure Centre, alongside The Squamish Chief and Squamish Chamber of Commerce.

Led by Shana Gill, director of go-to-market and digital strategy at Lodestar Digital, this interactive lunch and learn session will break down how to build a smarter marketing strategy that delivers real results. You can expect practical takeaways, actionable ideas and insights you can start using right away.

And there’s more! All workshop attendees will be entered in a draw for a chance to win a $1,450 sponsored content package.

Spots are limited. Register today: https://heyor.ca/dgUx7b

For more than a century, Vancouver has been part of the soccer frenzy.In the 1920s, local leagues played at Con Jones Pa...
05/06/2026

For more than a century, Vancouver has been part of the soccer frenzy.

In the 1920s, local leagues played at Con Jones Park, today’s Callister Park near the Pacific Coliseum and PNE/Playland, and the Cambie Street Grounds, now the future home of the Vancouver Art Gallery. These early fields brought players and fans together, building a city-wide love for the game long before BC Place opened.

With seven 2026 FIFA World Cup matches coming to Vancouver this June and July, it’s the perfect time to celebrate how these early games helped shape the soccer culture we enjoy and love today.

➡️ What are you looking forward to most during the World Cup experience in the city?

Photo credits: City of Vancouver Archives

05/01/2026

One of the most "Vancouver" tees is nearly sold out.

Inspired by Dude Chilling Park, Vancouver Is Awesome is wrapping up this limited drop this weekend.

Have you picked yours up yet?
⏳ Available until May 3.

The city is getting ready for the world’s biggest sporting event.From June 13 to July 7, BC Place will host seven FIFA W...
04/20/2026

The city is getting ready for the world’s biggest sporting event.

From June 13 to July 7, BC Place will host seven FIFA World Cup matches, featuring teams from Qatar, Switzerland, Australia and, of course, Canada.

Even if you don’t have tickets, Vancouver has plenty of ways to get in on the action, from public watch parties like the FIFA Fan Festival in East Van to exhibits and celebrations across the city.

Check out this map for FIFA World Cup-related spots in Vancouver: https://heyor.ca/6HR2j6

Follow Vancouver Is Awesome for coverage leading up to and during the World Cup and get the latest on events, watch parties and all the soccer excitement around the city.

With busy streets and bustling cafés, Mount Pleasant has always been a lively neighbourhood.Curious what it looked like ...
04/16/2026

With busy streets and bustling cafés, Mount Pleasant has always been a lively neighbourhood.

Curious what it looked like more than 100 years ago?

These archival photos from 1906–1918 show the early days of one of Vancouver’s oldest districts. The original Mount Pleasant schoolhouse? Now Kingsgate Mall. Main Street between 7th and 8th? That’s where The Pleasant stands today. Even Hanbury and Evans Bakery, lost to fire in 1908, lives on in memory where Rath Art Supplies and pulpfiction books welcome visitors.

Step back in time and see how Mount Pleasant has evolved over the past century.

Photo credits: City of Vancouver Archives

Mount Pleasant BIA

Looks like the moon saw us coming…Welcome back to Earth, Artemis II crew and congratulations on reaching some incredible...
04/13/2026

Looks like the moon saw us coming…

Welcome back to Earth, Artemis II crew and congratulations on reaching some incredible milestones in space exploration during the journey, including Canada’s own Jeremy Hansen making history as the first Canadian to venture into lunar space!

A little lift-off from the everyday, delivered weekly. Greg Perry’s Inside Joke cartoons deliver fresh laughs, which you can find online on the North Shore News, Pique Newsmagazine and Business in Vancouver websites.

Vancouver Is Awesome is your guide to everything that makes this city, well… AWESOME.And now, you can get the guide in m...
04/08/2026

Vancouver Is Awesome is your guide to everything that makes this city, well… AWESOME.

And now, you can get the guide in magazine form.

Released throughout the year, each edition dives into the best of arts and culture, events and experiences, and food and drink, along with special issues like the reader-voted A-LIST, Profiles of Excellence, and even a dedicated real estate edition with "Spaces." You might also spot familiar faces like Seth Rogen, Trevor Linden and Douglas Coupland on the covers because, really, what’s more Vancouver than that?

Grab a copy around the city and explore the stories and experiences that make Vancouver the best place to live, work and play.

Address

303 West 5th Avenue
Vancouver, BC
V5Y1J6

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+16046303501

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Lodestar Media posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Lodestar Media:

Shortcuts

Share