By sunset, it transforms into the heart of Vancouver's partying and nightlife scene. In terms of gastronomy, Gastown also offers a wide variety of options depending on your budget and preference.

an executive on the board of Hospitality Vancouver Association (HVA), told the Straight over the phone. “If we’re going to actually be a world-class city, then we need a world-class nightlife ...

But while the hospitality industry in the city, often referred to as "no fun city," welcomes the move, it says it's no panacea as other B.C. liquor laws are still too strict, preventing Vancouver from ...