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Chip's Not Dead Yet Memorial Mile – Update

Comments 1 by Rebecca Bollwitt

Photo credit: UrbanMixer The Chip’s Not Dead Yet Memorial Mile is only a few weeks away and things are heating up for this fun run. Way back in February you were asked to save the date for this special event that benefits the BC Childrens’ Hospital and as we get closer to the starting line […]

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Ways to Cool Down in Vancouver This Summer

Comments 13 by Rebecca Bollwitt

That’s right, I’m talking about the weather in Vancouver and I won’t be mentioning rain at all. This time it’s all about the extremely warm record-breaking sunshine that’s been blanketing the Lower Mainland over the last week or so. To help everyone who might be looking for a way to bring down their temperature while […]

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City of Vancouver Heritage Awards

Comments 1 by Rebecca Bollwitt

The City of Vancouver’s Heritage Awards, which took place last week, showcase heritage conservation projects and highlight when best efforts have been made to restore, preserve, and maintain icons of our city’s history. This also includes efforts to revitalize communities and neighbourhoods. Here are just a few of the winning projects: 610 Granville Street – […]

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Show Your Canadian Identity with Canada Place

Comments 2 by Rebecca Bollwitt

tripleman on Flickr / tripleman.com Canada Place would like to know why you love Canada and what you feel makes it the best home for you with their Our Canada campaign. Until June 21st they would like you to submit up to 50 words about what Canada is to you — what is your Canadian […]

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Night at the Aquarium with Vancouver Aquarium

by Rebecca Bollwitt

On Friday June 12th the Vancouver Aquarium will host their annual fundraising gala, Night at the Aquarium. Tickets are available online for $250 and you can preview the silent auction items online as well. 100 percent of the proceeds from this event will go to the aquarium. The evening will feature delectable dining options from […]

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