Dr. Scott Sampson is a dinosaur paleontologist, science communicator, and passionate advocate for reimagining cities as places where people and nature thrive. Born and raised in Vancouver, B.C., he serves as president and CEO of Science World British Columbia. He has conducted fieldwork in many countries, published numerous scientific and popular articles, and regularly speaks […]

Urbanarium City Tours are back for the summer! Join us as we explore how Vancouver’s urban environment is shaped - come with us on one of our guided Urbanarium City Tours! We are living in one of the world’s most fascinating urban environments as can be attested to by the many professionals and academics that […]

HOT NEW NEXT is a dynamic competition celebrating the innovative ideas moving Pacific Northwest design forward. This "Dragon's Den" -style program will offer four pre-selected contestants the chance to present a rapid-fire pitch of a compelling new design-related concept or product to an expert panel and live audience. Judges and the audience will vote, and […]

Join us for a conversation on the benefits for food, retail and businesses in Chinatown, by earning the UNESCO designation. This public forum features Dr. Ho Yin Lee from the University of Hong Kong, and is the second public forum in our Beyond Pender series. Register now as space is limited and seats will go quickly for […]

Introducing the Metro Core... by Bike! When appreciating the feeling of a bustling public plaza, the Seawall or a busy Vancouver street, do you ever think about how these elements of our city were intentionally designed, and at one point were just an idea that someone had? What makes for good urban design and who […]