When recently re-theming my site I created a Media Kit and within it I made sure to credit some people who have inspired and contributed to my blogging over the years, one of whom is Matthew Good.
In August of 2006 I was invited to do my first live blog and it just happened to be in Matthew Good’s living room.
Over the years he’s welcomed us into his home, his studio, and circle of friends. He’s not only a stand up guy (with two adorable handsome pups) but he’s a prized Canadian singer, songwriter and musician that is truly dedicated to his fans – and friends.
Throughout Blogathon 2008 if you pledge $10 or over for Duane’s effort, Matt has offered up a signed CD to be given away.
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Sitting with Duane, John, and Raul I’ve been calling out every now and then… “L” is for… and awaiting answers from the room. Raul was the first to pipe up with the “Lonsdale Quay” in North Vancouver which is the perfect “L” for this post.
Photo credit:
PatZ on Flickr
I first visited the Quay over ten years ago to get a pain au chocolat with my Dad and sister, and shortly after that to feast at the Cheshire Cheese.
Not only does the Quay have unique booths and vendors alongside fresh seafood and fruit stalls, it also one of the best views of our fair city from across the Burrard Inlet.
Photo credit:
PatZ on Flickr
Take the frugal-friendly Seabus over for a quick ride and experience all the Quay has to offer.
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I had the chance to meet Keira two years ago this summer – outside of the blogosphere. It was several months before I saw her again but since that second time (when I tasted her chocolate torte with raspberry coulis) we’ve been great friends.
Keira will be participating in the BCSPCA Paws for a Cause this September 14, 2008 at Vanier Park in Kitsilano.
Photo credit:
Keira on Flickr
If you would like to pledge her effort please visit her blog for more info or check out her personal donation page.
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Tucked between the Vancouver Aquarium and Lumberman’s Arch the Canadian Japanese War Memorial in Stanley park stands beneath the blossoming sakura as a quiet reminder. Here are some Flickr photos of this reminder.
The memorial is in honor of Japanese Canadians that served Canada in the first World War and was dedicated April 2, 1920.
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Ioco is much more than a road that runs through Port Moody, its origins are rooted deep within the history of our entire region.
From the City of Port Moody
– Site clearing for the Imperial Oil refinery at Ioco began in 1913, followed by installation of the crude oil processing equipment in 1914. The refinery began refining in January, 1915.
– As construction continued on the refinery, more manpower was required and as a result the tent town expanded and became a more permanent “shack town.†This tent-and-shack town squatted on both sides of the Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) right of way south of the present townsite. By 1917, approximately 200 men, women and children were living in the shack town, which now boasted a school and two grocery stores.
– The land was cleared and housing construction began in 1920. The first houses, however, were the cottages from the refinery, which were towed to their new site using donkey engines (portable steam engines used primarily in the lumber industry). Between 1920 and 1924 83 houses were built
Side note: The word Ioco is actually an anagram of Imperial Oil Company.
Being the original western terminus for the CPR in 1879, Port Moody (est. 1913) now flourishes as the “city of the arts”, which contrasts its thick industrial heritage but is a testament to its growth. This makes Ioco well worthy of one of my Day Tripping posts, which is forthcoming – you know… once I get through this whole Blogathon thing.
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