Fred Deeley Sr. opened a 12-foot-wide store at 1075 Granville in 1914. In 1916, he acquired a Harley-Davidson franchise in Vancouver, becoming the brand’s second oldest dealership [source]. By 1925, the company expanded to two shops, bicycles and motorcycles, and Fred Jr. took over the motorcycle shop. They were now located on Broadway. At the age 15 Fred Jr.’s son, Fred Sr.’s grandson, Trevor started working for his father at the motorcycle shop [source].
From 1947 to 1958, [Trev] Deeley competed, won, and set a series of track records in numerous races and was a three time competitor in the 200 mile road race in Daytona Beach, Florida riding a Harley-Davidson.
In 1957, Deeley retired from racing and became more involved in the motorcycle industry and community. His commitment to promoting and distributing motorcycles had helped revolutionize the industry in Canada. In 1972 Deeley was given inclusive rights for the distribution of Harley-Davidson products, and was the first Canadian appointed to the Board of Director for Harley-Davidson.
He was a Canadian Motor Sports Hall of Fame Inductee in 1995, and was the only Canadian winner of the American Motorcyclists Association Dud Perkins Award. Deeley became an Inductee to the Worldwide American Motorcycle Heritage Association Hall of Fame in June, 1999. [source]
In 1998, “Team Deeley” set a new landspeed record (of 150mph) at the Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah with a 1998 Buell S1 White Lightning. Trev Deeley, Peter Sellers, Mike Rowland and Terry Rea were part of driver Shane Kenneally’s crew.
Deeley Motorcycle Exhibition
The exhibition, adjacent to the dealership and a conference space, is open to the public 7 days a week. There you can browse a private collection of 250 antique, vintage, and modern models spanning over 114 years along with the “Made in America” exhibit.
It was February 2, 1966 that the Grouse Mountain SkyRide officially opened to skiers. It was dedicated later that year, on December 15th, by Premier W.A.C. Bennett.
Photo credit: mountainhiker on Flickr – Submitted to the Miss604 Flickr Pool
Photo credit: Pat Z on Flickr – Submitted to the Miss604 Flickr Pool & John Bollwitt on Flickr
Photo credit: Pat Z on Flickr – Submitted to the Miss604 Flickr Pool
Photo credit: The Vancouver Guy on Flickr – Submitted to the Miss604 Flickr Pool
The Skyride operates everyday from 9:00am until 10:00pm with trips up the mountain every 15 minutes. Grouse will be open for 24 hours straight next weekend during the City and Slope festival.
You can enter the BC Sports Hall of Fame through Gate A of BC Place and admission is $15 for adults, $12 for seniors and students/youth, and children 5 and under are free. Family passes are available for $40 (two adults and two youth/students).
You’ll find the Vancouver 2010 gallery immediately to your right where displays are sorted by Olympic venue. What I liked about the displays is that they went beyond uniforms and equipment. You can read unique stories from those involved with the ceremonies, check out the gifts donated to Vancouver from participating nations, and find out more about people like alpine skier Muhammad Abbas of Pakistan who participated in the Games.
I’ve visited dozens of museums throughout my life and it’s surreal to browse display cases that hold items that represent significant events I was able to witness myself. Continue reading this post ⟩⟩
Adera Developments, who brought Zen to Surrey and Breeze to South Surrey, are hosting a Valentine’s fundraising event for a local cause.
On Sunday, February 12, 2012 you can bring your beloved four-legged friend to their Breeze show suite and get your photo taken together by a professional photographer when you donate to the Surrey SPCA.
Date Sunday, February 12, 2012 Hours 12:00pm to 3:00pm LocationBreeze Sales Centre Grandview Corners
#20-2215 160th St at 24th Ave, Surrey
The Surrey SPCA was selected since it was closed months last year due to a ring worm outbreak. The centre now needs extra support to manage a large backlog of adoptable animals.
To promote this event, Adera has offered up a $75 gift card for Three Dog Bakery for me to give away to a reader. Three Dog Bakery uses natural ingredients like honey, oatmeal, molasses, and whole wheat flour, to bake wholesome snacks for your canine companion. Their Lower Mainland locations are in Port Moody (#11 201 Morrissey Road) and Vancouver (4548 West 10th Ave). Here’s how you can enter to win the gift card:
Leave a comment here about a dog (or pet) that has touched your life (1 entry)
Post the following on Twitter (1 entry)
Support @BCSPCA_Surrey. RT to enter to win $75 for Three Dog Bakery from @AderaHome & @Miss604 http://ow.ly/8OsOv
I will draw one winner at 10:00am next Wednesday, February 8, 2012.
It’s been five years since CKNW was inspired by the story of two students from Nova Scotia (David Shepherd and Travis Price) who took a stand against bullying by wearing pink shirts to school in protest.
Since that time, the concept of Pink Shirt Day has grown into a national campaign to raise awareness about how harmful bullying can be and that simply isn’t acceptable.
There are many forms of bullying, including in the workplace and online, as it isn’t limited to the schoolyard. On February 29, 2012, join media personalities, students, teachers, offices, public officials, parents, and children in wearing a pink shirt.
I support Pink Shirt Day and encourage all British Columbians to get involved. On February 29th, Bullying Stops Here. Follow the campaign on Facebook and Twitter for more information and updates.
Update February 2012: Adding this video of the Richmond School District’s Pink Shirt Day dance flash mob at Aberdeen Centre. The kids did such a great job!
On Sunday, February 12, 2012 you can bring your beloved four-legged friend to their Breeze show suite and get your photo taken together by a professional photographer when you donate to the 
Since that time, the concept of