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ROXY All Star Snow Camp in Whistler

Comments 128 by Rebecca Bollwitt

The very last ROXY All Star Snow Camp of the season is coming up in Whistler April 9-10, hosting beginner to expert riders. Snowboarders and skiers over the age of 19 are welcome to attend the “Ladies Only” camp to get coaching from top-level female skiers and riders for two full days at Whistler Blackcomb.  […]

George Stroumboulopoulos Tonight Filming in Vancouver

Comments 96 by Rebecca Bollwitt

Canada’s favourite late-night host, George Stroumboulopoulos, is bringing his hit CBC show out to Vancouver for a few days next month. The last time Strombo landed out West there was an overwhelming response for tickets to his shows where he interviewed Betty Fox, Heritage Minister James Moore, the Sedin twins, Raine Maida and more. While […]

Whitecaps MLS Home Opener, Win Tickets

Comments 92 by Rebecca Bollwitt

The Vancouver Whitecaps FC will play host to Toronto FC this Saturday for their Major League Soccer home opener at Empire Field. This marks the third chapter in Vancouver soccer history. Starting in 1974, the Vancouver Whitecaps were a part of the North American Soccer League but the team (along with others in the league) […]

Hotel Grand Pacific Victoria

Comments 220 by Rebecca Bollwitt

The Hotel Grand Pacific in Victoria welcomed John and I as their guests when we were in town for WordCamp earlier this month. I’m a big fan of many of the accommodations in Victoria, from resorts, to boutique hotels, and B&Bs and have walked by the Grand for years. Conveniently located along Victoria’s inner harbour, […]

Magique Fall Fashion Affair, Win Tickets

Comments 40 by Rebecca Bollwitt

Although the Lower Mainland’s evergreens do not transform into multicoloured groves like they do back East, autumn in this region is still pretty beautiful. It’s a time to dust off the rain boots and pull all your soft sweaters from summer storage as you head out for a walk around Stanley Park with a piping […]