Morgan Leet

1 week ago | narcity.com | Morgan Leet

People love to pit city against city, trying to determine which deserves the title of the best in the country. In Canada, a go-to rivalry is Toronto vs. Vancouver – a never-ending battle between the West Coast and the East. Recently, some Canadians voiced their opinions on the matter, revealing the things that give Vancouver a leg up in the competition. The biggest takeaway? The feud is alive and well, and people have strong opinions when it comes to Canadian metropolises.

1 week ago | narcity.com | Morgan Leet

B.C. has many claims to fame (we're talking Canada's best beaches and cutest towns), but this one will tempt you to make a visit this summer like no other. You can dive into clear salty water, swimming with a view of the expansive ocean, in this massive pool. It's set right alongside the beach, so you can enjoy the same views, without sand getting everywhere. Kitsilano Pool is right in Vancouver, and from it you can look out onto the ocean, city, and mountains.

1 week ago | narcity.com | Morgan Leet

Person in a small town in Alberta. Right: Alberta small town street. EditorAlberta is filled with beautiful small towns, from sparkling lakeside retreats to mountain getaways. Nothing says summer like packing up the car and heading out of the city, to explore the nature that the province is known for. The town of Banff is one of the most famous spots to do just that. Often known as a winter escape with snow-capped peaks and ski hills, it's also a summer retreat with beauty around every corner.

1 week ago | narcity.com | Morgan Leet

Canada might not be known for its sunny vacation spots but, if you know where to look, there are some stunning shorelines with soft white sand and cute small towns. This one town in B.C. has been named among the best of the best, if you want a beachy vacation this summer (and who doesn't?). We asked readers on the Narcity Canada's Facebook page to reveal what the best summer beach towns in Canada are, and Tofino was a favourite.

1 week ago | narcity.com | Morgan Leet

This little city isn't really top of mind when your think of getaways from Vancouver, but that only adds to the charm of it. It has less crowds than other B.C. destinations, but just as much beauty and adventure at its doorstep. Often used as a pit-stop on a Vancouver Island road trip (Tofino bound!), Nanaimo is a small city that has an eclectic feel to it. The cool boutiques and funky coffee shops lend themselves to a trip full of thrifting finds and a camera roll brimming with artsy shots.