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Archive Photo of the Day: PNE Parade on Hastings

by Rebecca Bollwitt

12sharesPNE opening day parade along Hastings Street in 1947. A highlight of the 1947 PNE was the first “Old Timers” hockey game ever staged in Canada. It took place at the PNE Forum and featured Fred “Cyclone” Taylor, one of hockey’s all time greats. Source: City of Vancouver Archives #CVA 180-1328.

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Five Hole for Food 2015 Dates

by Rebecca Bollwitt

1shareWill play hockey for food! Five Hole for Food, the ultimate street hockey tournament in support of food banks across Canada, returns this summer with cities and event dates recently announced. Photo credit: John Biehler on Flickr Five Hole for Food 2015 Dates St. John’s – George Street July 1st, 2015, 12:00pm to 3:00pm Halifax […]

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New Porch Seating at Nat Bailey Stadium

by Rebecca Bollwitt

4sharesThe prettiest little ballpark in North America is adding to its fan experience as Vancouver Canadians Baseball Club and Northam Beverages bring baseball fans the newest seating area within Scotiabank Field at Nat Bailey Stadium. Photo credit: John Bollwitt on Flickr The new covered seating area with counter tops in front of each fan is […]

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10 Mother’s Day Events in Vancouver

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6sharesCLICK HERE FOR 2018 LISTINGS I never made my mother any macaroni art but I was a champion at adorning construction paper cards with stickers, and felt pen drawings that would bleed through the front cover and speckle the inside page. The delivery of said card was usually followed by coffee and toast in bed, […]

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604 Corners: 12 Photos of New Westminster

Comments 1 by Rebecca Bollwitt

28sharesFounded as the capital of the Colony of British Columbia in 1858, New Westminster is rich in history and with many new developments, it has a very bright future. Located on the banks of the Mighty Fraser River, the Royal City is steeped in culture and industry. Most photos feature the SkyBridge, the historic downtown, […]

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Cheer on Team Canada with the Pride and Joy App

by Rebecca Bollwitt

1share“It is a once in a lifetime opportunity we are so excited,” says Emily Zurrer, Canadian Women’s National Team member who will play in the 2015 FIFA Women’s World Cup hosted by Canada this summer. ©CanadaSoccer / by Jeff VinnickPhoto via Canada Soccer on Flickr Emily has enjoyed a stellar soccer career around the world […]

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Top 10 Endangered Heritage Sites 2015

by Rebecca Bollwitt

3sharesFor the 15th year, Heritage Vancouver has release its annual list of the Top 10 Endangered Heritage Sites in Vancouver. From schools and churches to houses to hospitals, these sites are noted for the critical threats facing their existence and their significance to their communities. St Paul’s Hospital 1923. Archives# Bu N251. Top 10 Endangered […]

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Vancouver Area Night Markets 2015 in Richmond, North Vancouver, Surrey

by Rebecca Bollwitt

3sharesUnder colourful flags and strings of lanterns swaying in the warm summer air at twilight, fried fare, exotic delicacies, and cheap merchandise can be found at a number of local night markets. They’re as famous for their unique foods-on-sticks and entertainment as they are for their lively ambiance and people watching. Here is a list […]

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Surrey Public Picnic Party and Central City Giveaway

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111sharesJoin Magnum Projects and Prime on the Plaza at the Surrey Public Picnic Party next weekend for the sales launch of this new residential tower in the heart of Surrey’s downtown core. Showcasing the micro-loft lifestyle, you can check out the suites, enjoy some refreshments, and enter to win some awesome prizes. Surrey Public Picnic […]

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Peoples Jewellers Mother’s Day Giveaway

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173sharesMother’s Day is on the horizon and while great moms like my own love everything from breakfast in bed and a homemade card to a morning out at brunch, I’m certain a dazzling piece of jewellery would also (most definitely) make her day. Peoples Jewellers — with nearly 150 locations from the Maritimes to British […]

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