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FIFA Women’s World Cup Countdown Clock on the Move

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This morning the FIFA Women’s World Cup Countdown Clock at YVR, which now displays just 29 days until kickoff of the World Cup in Canada, will be on the move to a new, prominent location in Vancouver. Photo credit: Canada Soccer on Flickr Countdown Clock on the Move Throughout the day today and over the […]

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Surrey International Children’s Festival 2015

by Rebecca Bollwitt

The 11th annual Surrey International Children’s Festival takes place May 21st to 23rd at the Surrey Arts Centre and Bear Creek Park, celebrating the arts with a full weekend of entertainment and activities. Surrey International Children’s Festival 2015 Dates: Thursday, May 21st to Saturday, May 23rd, 2015 Times: Thursday & Friday 9:00am to 2:30pm; Saturday […]

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BC Sports Hall of Fame Banquet of Champions 2015

by Rebecca Bollwitt

Direct Insurance presents the BC Sports Hall of Fame Banquet of Champions on May 28th at the Vancouver Convention Centre, honouring outstanding athletes and members of the athletic community in BC. Banquet of Champions 2015 Date: Thursday, May 28, 2015 Time: 5:00pm-6:30pm (reception) to 6:30pm-10:00pm (dinner, ceremony) Location: Vancouver Convention Centre West (Ballroom D) 1055 […]

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GO Fest Whistler Great Outdoors Festival

by Rebecca Bollwitt

Presented by: GO Fest is Whistler’s Great Outdoors Festival, taking place Victoria Day Long Weekend it’s packed with four full day of events and activities that celebrate outdoor recreation. Launched last year, this multi-faceted festival offers a chance to stroll through the hustle and bustle of an action-packed Whistler weekend or join in the fun […]

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Archive Photo of the Day: PNE Parade on Hastings

by Rebecca Bollwitt

PNE opening day parade along Hastings Street in 1947. A highlight of the 1947 PNE was the first “Old Timers” hockey game ever staged in Canada. It took place at the PNE Forum and featured Fred “Cyclone” Taylor, one of hockey’s all time greats. Source: City of Vancouver Archives #CVA 180-1328.

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