People Are Sharing Vancouver 'Life Hacks' On Reddit & Some Will Save You A Lot Of Money

With grocery prices on the rise, so many people across the country are looking for ways to cut costs wherever they can. Fortunately, Vancouver Reddit is sort of a cornucopia of money-saving tips.

In a thread of "life hacks," B.C. locals offered neighbourly advice that can help you stay on budget in one of Canada's most expensive cities.

Transit

First off, there's transit: if you live in Vancouver, you already know how fast gas and transit prices can add up. While some folks suggested taking advantage of the fact that the city's pretty bike-friendly, others got real about the cheapest spots to order an Uber from.

Groceries

Another hefty cost for any Canadian is groceries.

If you're a dairy lover, heed the advice of this user who warns against the purchase of pre-grated cheese.

That said, there are even grocery chains, like Whole Foods, that tend to have pricier selections than other big-box stores.

For money-saving bulk purchases — or quick, cheap grab-and-go meals — there's always Costco.

One person even had some hot-take tipping advice that'll surely save some cash at restaurants or take out — it just might not win you any karma points.

Things to do

As for leisurely activities, many folks piped up about free alternatives to expensive or otherwise touristy faves.

Looking for a career change? The hours in the film industry may be tricky to juggle, but one user vouched for the pay.

Real estate

Then there's always the option to ditch the city for greener (or cheaper) pastures.

If you do decide to abandon ship, no one could blame you. If you don't, try some of these Vancouver life hacks and see if they make a dent in your monthly expenses.