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Surrey Christmas Tree Lighting in Holland Park

Comments 3 by Rebecca Bollwitt

3sharesHolland Park in Surrey has become a central celebration site for festivals, seasonal activities, and community events. On November 30th you can join Mayor Dianne Watts for a Tree Lighting Ceremony complete with face-painting, hot beverages, family activities, fire dancers, a children’s choir and various other entertainment. Surrey’s Winterfest 2009 & 2010 When Tuesday, November […]

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Nanaimo Arts & Culinary Culture Walking Tour

Comments 3 by Rebecca Bollwitt

3sharesFor most of my life, the only time I had ever spent in the Nanaimo are was either at Departure Bay or Duke Point ferry terminals. Nanaimo is a port for vessels carrying tourists, travellers and commuters however in recent years its own downtown core has become known as a great place to eat, shop, […]

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The Red Sock Project in Vancouver

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1shareAs temperatures dip below freezing and beyond, thoughts turn to those on Vancouver’s streets and their need to keep warm this winter. Nood in Gastown has launched a campaign along with the Salvation Army that will supply Vancouver’s less fortunate with at the very least, a warm pair of socks. Photo credit: Nood Canada on […]

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History in Ross Bay Cemetery

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4sharesThe Ross Bay Cemetery is frequently mentioned on tours around Victoria as big buses and double-deckers cruise past the historic resting place that sits beside the ocean. It wasn’t until this past weekend that I had the chance to get out of my vehicle and take a frosty walk around to pay my respects to […]

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Blogger Profile: Kyle With, Blogging from the North

by Rebecca Bollwitt

0sharesIt’s been about six months since I last featured a “Blogger Profile” although this is one I have been meaning to put together for quite a while. Kyle With is originally from Yellowknife, NT but is currently based in Fort St John, BC. Kyle With – Photo credit: Dave Brosha Photography What is your website/url? […]

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