Michelle Sproule

Michelle Sproule grew up in Kitsilano and studied in Australia and at the University of Victoria before receiving her graduate degree in Library Sciences from the University of Toronto. She lives in beautiful Strathcona and enjoys wandering through the city’s streets and alleyways with her two very best friends, a beat up camera and a 50mm lens. Her popular Scout List – a curated compendium of Vancouver’s most interesting happenings - is published every Wednesday afternoon.

Scout List Vol. 566

An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do - mostly at home - from May 15 to May 21.

May 15, 2020

May 4, 2020

How Local Drink Enthusiasts Are Using a Uniquely BC Spirit This Spring

Such creativity should not go unappreciated with Spring slipping by, even if such drinks won't pass our lips any time soon.

May 4, 2020

Scout List Vol. 565

An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do AT HOME from Apr. 30 to May 5.

Apr 30, 2020

Scout List Vol. 564

An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do AT HOME from Apr. 15 to Apr. 21.

Apr 15, 2020

Scout List Vol. 563

An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do AT HOME from Apr. 8 to Apr. 16.

Apr 8, 2020

Apr 6, 2020

Stock Up On Provisions From These Local Food Stores and Wineries

We get the appeal and convenience of the major grocery chains, but it's vital to support the little guys as much as we can right now.

Apr 6, 2020

Scout List Vol. 562

An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do AT HOME from Mar. 26 to Apr. 1.

Mar 26, 2020

Scout List Vol. 560

An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do in Vancouver from Mar. 4 to Mar. 10, 2019.

Mar 4, 2020

How to Hot Spring Safari Like a Champ in Oregon’s Middle of Nowhere

This road trip guide will whisk you from one natural hot spring to the next until you head home relaxed and ready for spring.

Feb 28, 2020

Scout List Vol. 559

An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do in Vancouver from Feb. 26 to Mar. 4, 2019.

Feb 26, 2020

Feb 25, 2020

Vancouverites / Gastown

Catching Up With Restaurateur Brandon Grossutti After Seven Years of PiDGiN

His French-Asian restaurant's 2013 arrival in Gastown was no soft landing but seven years later it's a different story.

Feb 25, 2020

Scout List Vol. 558

An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do in Vancouver from Feb. 19 to Feb. 25, 2019.

Feb 19, 2020

Scout List Vol. 557

An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do in Vancouver from Feb. 12 to Feb. 18, 2019.

Feb 12, 2020

Scout List Vol. 556

An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do in Vancouver from Feb. 5 to Feb. 11, 2019.

Feb 5, 2020

Scout List Vol. 555

An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do in Vancouver from Jan. 29 to Feb. 4, 2019.

Jan 29, 2020

Jan 23, 2020

Heads Up / Chinatown

Don’t Miss the Fortune Food Fair In Chinatown on Sunday, January 26th

The Fortune Food Fair is a gathering of 7 local vendors offering everything from bao and dumplings to wonton and kimchi.

Jan 23, 2020

Scout List Vol. 554

An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do in Vancouver from Jan. 22 to Jan. 28, 2019.

Jan 22, 2020

Jan 22, 2020

Comfort Food / Strathcona

The Comfort Food Guide to Vancouver: Harvest’s Aromatic Curry Noodle Special

While everything about this dish is comforting, it's really the aroma that seals it. Stick your face over this beautiful thing and breathe.

Jan 22, 2020

Scout List Vol. 553

An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do in Vancouver from Jan. 15 to Jan. 21, 2019.

Jan 15, 2020

Scout List Vol. 552

An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do in Vancouver from jan. 8 to Jan. 14, 2019.

Jan 8, 2020

Where to Steam and Sauna in Vancouver, Mapped

From the luxurious steam rooms at hotel spas to community centres and gyms, Vancouver offers a range of detoxifying venues.

Jan 8, 2020

Scout List Vol. 551

An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do in Vancouver from Dec. 18 to Dec. 25, 2019.

Dec 18, 2019

The Scout List, Vol. 550

An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do in Vancouver from Dec. 11 to Dec. 17, 2019.

Dec 11, 2019

The Scout List, Vol. 549

An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do in Vancouver from Dec. 4 to Dec. 10, 2019.

Dec 4, 2019

Nov 28, 2019

You Need To Try This / East Vancouver

You Need to Try the Little Bánh Khot Discs of Deliciousness at Kingsway’s Do Chay

The dish is all about little jicama and green onion rice cakes made with coconut milk and mung bean. They're like little gifts for your face...

Nov 28, 2019

The Scout List, Vol. 548

An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do in Vancouver from Nov. 27 to Dec. 3, 2019.

Nov 27, 2019

Meeru Dhalwala on Family, Business and Staying Inspired for 25 Years at Vij’s

Michelle Sproule sits down with the co-owner of Vij's as the restaurant celebrates 25 years of delicious creativity.

Nov 22, 2019

The Scout List, Vol. 547

An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do in Vancouver from Nov. 20 to Nov. 26, 2019.

Nov 20, 2019