Nice place. large windows and interesting architecture that fits the neighbourhood. Well kept,…read moreclean with some pretty nice shrubberies. Location on Grandview Hwy is a little noisy but not a lot you can do about that.

In today's mail was a handwritten postcard that read:…read more "Dear neighbour, Hi my name is Amery and my family and I live in the neighbourhood. I'm writing to you today to share some good news from the Bible. The QR code on the front takes you to an online Bible study that answers the questions: Why does God allow suffering? Who is God? And how will God end suffering? I hope you can find the time to check it out. Sincerely, Amery G." Clearly it was some marketing from a religious group, and a google search of the return address (which is NOT in my neighbourhood!) shows that it is from the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses. I guess with the pandemic, this is their new recruiting method. Two stars for the neat handwriting (I wonder how many postcards they sent out? They clearly put in a lot of effort) and hey, receiving a postcard is far less annoying than having a JW knock at your door!

Built in 1927, St Francis-In-the-Wood Anglican Church is a beautiful church located in the…read moreCaulfeild neighbourhood of West Vancouver. I first discovered the church in April 2025 when I went hiking with my hiking group along the Caulfeild Trail. The church was noted as a place of interest in my hiking guide book, and if it weren't mentioned, I probably would not have come across it. It happened to be the day before Easter Sunday when my group and I went to the church, so they were setting it up for Easter service and there was an employee there who told us about the history of the church -- apparently it is open 24 hours a day. They also let us use the washroom. My group and I hiked the Caulfeild Trail again in August and stopped by the church to have a look at the gorgeous stained glass windows and to use the washroom; however, the area to the washrooms was closed. So while the nave of the church is open 24 hours, access to the washrooms is not. I went to the church again last night, December 6, for a Christmas concert with a friend. This time I was taking the bus in the dark, instead of hiking to the church in the daylight. If I hadn't been to the church before, I would have had a difficult time finding it. (If taking the bus, take the #250 bus and get off at Marine Drive and The Dale and walk less than 10 minutes down The Dale to the church.) A lovely church, and next time I hike along Caulfeild Trail, I will stop by and take photos of the lovely stained glass windows.

I hummed, I hawed. Is it sacrilegious to write about a church? Is it a sin to write about a…read morefriend's special ceremony? But I couldn't contain myself! Other engaged couples need to know that this place exists! I've had the good fortune to attend two weddings at St Francis in the Wood and I have to say, if I was ever to go a traditional route down the aisle, this would be the place to do it! It's been nestled in this little wooded cove since 1927 and while it looks like it's been renovated, the brightly coloured stained glass windows look like they come from a magical time. In the water below, little sailboats bounce up and down. Trees filter the bright sunshine and the very-very-very lucky people who live down this sparsely populated residential street have the opportunity to enjoy its splendor every day. Could it be more picture perfect? It's tough to find, but a Yelp map or some tailored directions from a bride and groom will serve you well. And not to spoil the ending, but they ring the church bell after the "I Do's!"

Labyrinth of magic! I love, love, love the labyrinth. It's open pretty much every day, in the…read moremorning and apparently some evenings (last Friday of the month I think). I highly recommend walking it if you need to clear your head, want to meditate, or just want to try something different. The first few times I did it, I was actually moved to tears (I'm a crier). You may or may not feel or experience anything but why not try it and see what happens. Walk the labyrinth! It feels so gooood.

I don't know about the religious services here, but we attended a choir concert in this church and…read morethe architecture and acoustics are fantastic. The choir didn't use it, but there's a great big old-fashioned pipe organ up in the altar. The stained glass windows provide visual interest, as do the traditional arches in the roof and the columns decorated with garlands for Christmas. What I really loved were the steam vents in the floor that made the church toasty-warm, although you do have to watch out not to get caught or trip if you're wearing your Sunday-best heels. I would love to attend another performance here.

Small but beautiful spiritual temple. The priest was very kind and doing Pooja even though they are…read moreonly open a few hours in the day and evening, definitely worth a visit while in Vancouver. Beautiful roses in front of the temple. Nice seating in the temple.

The Sri Ganesh Temple is located in Vancouver on Fraser street and is a small Ganesha mandir. I…read morewent there on the morning of Ganesh Chaturti to attend their aarti. This temple was started in 1999 as a charity organization and has since become a go-to place for hindus in Vancouver! They are open daily from early morning to evening and have a aarti every morning. The temple is pretty small from the inside but very clean! The aarti we attended was very well organized and definitely made us miss India. They don't have a lot of parking nearby and you are not allowed to eat inside the mandir but you can be there and meditate for however long.

I attended this church for the first time for the Singing Christmas Tree show. It was the largest…read moremodern style church I've ever attended. It was definitely a mega church - something very uncommon in this part of town. There were probably enough seats for over 1300 people, as there were two levels for seating. The seats were made out of wood and they were cloth covered. The seats didn't feel uncomfortable, but they were just perfect in terms of firmness. The lighting and sound system was very good. I did find the singing Christmas tree to be almost creepy - singing heads as tree ornaments? - but their Christmas message during the show resonates with people of all faiths. This is definitely a rock concert style church, and not your one piano and classical guitar type of setting.

Beautiful facilities. Awesome kids program. Amazing new cafe called "Timber Bistro & Books". A…read moregreat place to connect with others and grow spiritually.

Very nice church inside and out. There is a parking lot across the street if no street parking is…read moreavailable. They also have a gift shop!

I don't usually write reviews for churches but I thought why not since it is such a nice cathedral…read morein the heart of downtown Vancouver. Very convenient for the holiday traveler still wishing to attend mass. We actually went at the beginning of our cruise and at the end. They welcome out of town visitors which I'm sure make up a large portion of the attendees. Another reviewer mentioned that the communion lines are with the people on the sides proceeding to the front to a kneeler and and those entering down the center returning up the same way. Seemed a little congested so we went to the side. Hadn't received communion on a kneeler in over 30 years! There are a couple of homeless with their hats out before and after mass. This is not unusual as you are in the heart of a heavily populated city. The congregation is diverse and it's interesting to see so many Chinese at a Catholic mass...but it's Vancouver after all! Aided by great acoustics in this cathedral, the choir was fantastic.

Architecturally excellent with a serene mood as light filters in through the stained glass windows…read moreand the smell of sweet wood polish pervades. A regular, fairly traditional 10:30 AM Sunday service that often runs to an hour and a half with music from the large Casavant organ that ranges from sublime to majestic. Many times there are also professional guest musicians from various cultures and traditions. The afternoon Jazz service is also by voluntary donation and features professionals from around the city with little talking and lots of good music. The 7 pm evening contemplative service is predominantly candle-lit, calm and relaxing with guest musicians and small professional vocal ensemble to lead in the calm singing. Various activities for seniors, youth, parents & tots, The Word is Out for gay people to gather, share a meal and discuss topics of concern, a young people's evening of a meal and social fun (not an overtly religious gathering, open to all faiths) plus a welcoming to strangers conversation and coffee group. Free parking on Sundays in the underground parkade reached through the alley between the hotel and church off of Burrard. The venue is wheel chair accessible and sexual orientation is irrelevant. The recent rebuild have kept the interior and exterior looking the same but have brought better acoustics and lighting as well as cushioned seating. Also home to the longest aisle in Western Canada so often used for weddings and large memorial services. Seats just under 1,000 people. Also home to many TV and movie shoots plus public concerts. A particular favourite has been the Royal College of Organists Hallowe'en spooky music concert, also by donation, with some of the regions best organists playing themes ranging from Bach to video games, with cookies and punch after to raise money for their scholarship fund. A great place to attend a concert whether in the soaring sanctuary or intimate chapel.

Tonight I visited this stately and imposing church on the corner of Burrard and Nelson, to see and…read morehear the Chor Leoni men's choir perform. What a wonderful, beautiful church - and amazing venue for a musical performance! The high, vaulted ceilings, the old, stone walls, the jeweled colors of the stained glass windows, the cavernous, open space - wow, just lovely. Even our wooden pew seat was comfortable (surprisingly). And the acoustics were just fabulous, too. We sat in the "south transept" area which flanks the stage on the east. My only minor gripe is that the seating diagram online didn't realistically portray where our chosen seats would be in relation to the stage (I knew which row we'd be in but the seats' angle to the stage front was quite off). That said, it was still great, and we enjoyed the show enormously and this church venue was truly special.

Though the building looks physically small, the members all have big hearts! I grew up in this…read morechurch and is still my home church in Burnaby. I attended there from when I was 8 till I was 20 years old. It was very instrumental in my formative years in establishing true Godly character and values. I have very fond memories of all those that attended and that are still there today.

I remember when I go on my morning walks before breakfast and I would always see that church when I…read morereach the halfway point before going back home. This is one of those churches that should not be there because there are other churches around the Burnaby Heights and basically is there for those people living across the other side of Hastings Street.