HMCS Discovery Open House

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There will be another HMCS Discovery Open House on September 29th as Deadman’s Island in Coal Harbour opens to the public for a day of guided tours, boat rides and more. This is a rare opportunity to explore this historic property and learn more about the local Navy presence in Vancouver.

HMCS Discovery Open House

HMCS Discovery Open House

Where: HMCS DISCOVERY (1200 Stanley Park Drive)
When: Saturday, September 29, 2018 from 10:00am to 4:00pm
Tickets: FREE! Simply register online in advance here »

HMCS Discovery will have many events taking place at Deadman’s Island throughout the day, including boat rides, specific information about the trades of the Naval Reserve, and the recruiting bus.

HMCS Discovery LogoThe event will also feature the Canadian Army Reserve and the extended Naval family:

  • Royal Canadian Sea Cadets
  • Navy League Cadets
  • Vancouver Naval Museum

Misty Morning

HMCS Discovery will have many events taking place at Deadman’s Island throughout the day, including boat rides, specific information about the trades of the Naval Reserve, and the recruiting bus. RSVP today »

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How Spending the Night in a Teepee Can Make You a Better Canadian

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ZenSeekers writer and photographer, Abby Cooper shares her thoughts on why she feels more connected to our Canadian culture after visiting the Ktunaxa Nation’s Speaking Earth in St. Eugene, BC.

Ktunaxa Nation's Speaking Earth in St. Eugene, BC - Abby Cooper Photo

What makes a great Canadian? While the answer is subject to perspective, I think most Canadians will agree that understanding who and what shaped our country before eastern influence all the way to present day is a pretty big part of being a Canadian. What if I told you that sleeping in a teepee would make you a better Canadian? Curious? Read on… Continue reading this post ⟩⟩

Fort Langley Cranberry Festival 2018

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The annual Fort Langley Cranberry Festival returns Saturday, October 6, 2018 celebrating the harvest and history of the cranberry in the region.

Fort Langley Cranberry Festival

Fort Langley Cranberry Festival

Where: Fort Langley Village (free) & Fort Langley Historic Site (free for the day)
When: Saturday, October 6, 2018 from 10:00am to 4:00pm
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Join over 60,000 other people from all over the region for this community celebration. The Cranberry Festival market in the village will have over 70 vendors along with a pancake breakfast at 8:00am to kick off the festivities for the day. Continue reading this post ⟩⟩

Oktoberfest at the Alpen Club: Win Tickets

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The Vancouver Alpen Club is hosting its annual Oktoberfest spanning three consecutive weekends in October this year.

Oktoberfest at the Alpen Club

The Vancouver Alpen Club has been the home of Oktoberfest in Vancouver for over 30 years, serving up traditional Bavarian cuisine and partnering up with three German breweries Pfungstaedter, Krombacher and of course Erdinger, the world’s largest wheat beer brewery, founded in 1886. Continue reading this post ⟩⟩

Stanley Park Halloween Ghost Train 2018

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This year’s Stanley Park Halloween Ghost Train theme is the Jack O’ Lantern’s journey through the Dark Forest. You’re invited to join Jack on his journey as his lantern casts a light on floating druids, a 12-foot monster, and creatures barely human.

Stanley Park Halloween Ghost Train

Stanley Park Halloween Ghost Train

Explore the Haunted Maze/Little Monsters Maze, crafts and movies, exhibits by the Stanley Park Ecology Society, the pumpkin patch, and food vendors Insomniac’s Coffee, The Praguery, Kobachi Kart, Jack O’s Café & Canteen. Continue reading this post ⟩⟩