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Vancouver’s First 360 Degree GigaPixel Photo

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The folks at Active Computer Services who have brought us some amazing 1-billion pixel panoramic photographs of Vancouver have again captured a milestone scene. Using the GigaPan EPIC system, CEO Ronnie Miranda has created the first 360 degree gigapixel photo of Vancouver from the top of the Shaw Tower in Coal Harbour: Still image: Interactive […]

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Lady Gaga in Vancouver January 2013

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Lady Gaga is kicking off her North American tour right here in Vancouver with two shows, January 11th and January 12, 2013. She’ll be hitting the stage at Rogers Arena before making her way to Tacoma, Portland, San Jose, Los Angeles and more during her Born This Way Ball tour. Photo credit: PictureGroup via Live […]

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Ocean Wise iPhone App

by Rebecca Bollwitt

Founded by the Vancouver Aquarium, Ocean Wise is a conservation program created to educate and empower consumers about the issues surrounding sustainable seafood. You’ve most likely spotted the Ocean Wise logo in local restaurant menus and last month, Vancouver’s Szechuan Chongqing restaurant on West Broadway became Canada’s first Ocean Wise restaurant. Now to make your […]

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Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge 2012

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Canyon Lights will illuminate Capilano Suspension Bridge Park this season as one of Vancouver’s most iconic attractions shines with holiday spirit. Photo credit: Capilano Suspension Bridge on Flickr Enjoy hundreds of thousands of twinkling lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge, in the rainforest walk, and on the CliffWalk. Canyon Lights will also feature a scavenger hunt […]

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Aunt Leah’s Christmas Tree Lots 2012

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Aunt Leah’s Christmas Tree Lots are opening tomorrow in several locations around Metro Vancouver. What sets these lots apart is that they are a major annual fundraiser for Aunt Leah’s Place, which helps make a difference in the lives of foster kids, mothers, and babies. Aunt Leah’s helps prevent children in foster care from becoming […]

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