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In search of long line, fresh powder, friendly locals, and epic Instagram-worthy sights and scenes? Then you need to #SkiNorthBC!
Photographer and writer Abby Cooper (@AbbyDells) set out for Northern BC with SnowSeekers’ #SkiNorthBC expedition this winter. She hit 6 different destinations and chronicled her journey. I wanted to find out more about what she experienced, discovered, and what anyone looking for a Northern BC adventure simply cannot miss.
Get to Know Troll Ski Resort with this Q&A
Abby’s first destination was Troll Ski Resort, found around the middle of the Barkerville Highway just outside of Quesnel.
Q1. What were your first impressions of Troll?
Abby: The lengthy runs towering over head sparked my curiosity, coated in white they just begged to be skied.
Photo by Abby Cooper
Q2. Who was your best local resource for info?
Abby: Owner of the Troll Ski Resort, Hildur, wasn’t shy about sharing some secrets and pointing us in the right direction on our hunt for powder. Her recommendation to check out the newly opened gladded run by the name of Wildcat did not disappoint, so much so that we spent at least half a day lapping this treasure!
Q3. What did you find most surprising?
Abby: I was thrilled to learn about the ongoing logging in the area to continue the growth of the resort and skiing opportunities. A true example of the community working together for a greater good which matches the vibe felt at Troll without a doubt.
Photo by Abby Cooper
Q4. What is a can’t-miss at this destination, any insider tips?
Abby: Coffee and a cupcake, the cafe at Troll has scrumptious baked goods and a delightfully long list of speciality coffees.
Q5. What was the most Instagram-worthy moment or place?
Abby: I can’t help but love the log cabin buildings surrounding the base. From the workshop to the first hut and main lodge everything is so mountain life picturesque!
Photo by Abby Cooper
Q6. What would make you go back again and again?
Abby: The friendly people make me want to go back just to connect with such lovely human beings again, but I’m not going to lie, the gladded trees are the most on mountain braggable feature, I could session those for a few days at a time!
Troll is found around the middle of the Barkerville Highway. On your way, you’ll go through the City of Quesnel. Learn more about what adventures can be found there »
Call Tourism Quesnel at (250) 992-8716
Troll, Quesnel, the District of Wells and Barkerville are destinations along the famed Barkerville Highway (aka Highway 26) – all within the Cariboo Regional District.
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Get inspired and learn more to what BC has in store for you this winter, search #ExploreBC on social media.
I love walking tours, and I find they’re most often the best way to get to know a city — even if it’s your own. There is a new virtual, self-guided tour out there featuring places highlighted by one pretty amazing woman who once called Vancouver home.
E. Pauline Johnson (Takehionwake) documented and shared “Legends of Vancouver” over 100 years ago, telling famous tales of the Lions peaks and giving Lost Lagoon its name.
Many of Pauline’s works are in the Public Domain and her book, “Legends of Vancouver” is available on iBooks, and for free on Kindle. Inspired by Pauline Johnson, you can now take the Legends of Vancouver Self-Guided Walking Tour.
Legends of Vancouver Tour
Stops of interest — that you can visit in person or online — include: The Pauline Johnson Memorial in Stanley Park (near Third Beach), The Two Sisters (view The Lions from Ferguson Point), Slhx̱i7lsh (known as Siwash Rock), The Lost Salmon-Run (on the Sea Wall), The Sea-serpent (at Brockton Point), Deadman’s Island, The Lost Lagoon, The Lure in Stanley Park (near the Seven Sisters), Deer Lake (Burnaby), Point Grey, The Recluse (Capilano Canyon), The Lost Island (Deep Cove), and The Deep Waters (Buntzen Lake).
This Vancouver walking guide visits some of the sites of those legends, and examines places of sacred meaning to local Indigenous People of the Squamish, Musqueam and Tsleil-Waututh Nations. Each may also have their own stories, that may differ from the legends documented in Pauline Johnson’s book.
On March 10, 1913, Vancouver mourned the death of Pauline Johnson by declaring the day a civic holiday. She was even commemorated on a postage stamp in 1961 — being the first indigenous-Canadian, first woman (other than the Queen), and author to ever be honoured in this manner. Take a walk through your Vancouver, guided by the words and stories of her Vancouver 100+ years ago.
Canada’s largest speed dating company, Dashing Date, is back at it again with their annual coast-to-coast Valentine’s Day event. On February 14th, over 200 pre-screened Canadian singles across 5 cities will give their phone the night off, speed-date, and give real human connection a chance again.
This year, contrary to Dashing Date’s usual light-hearted style, TRULY MADLY DEEPLY! Valentine’s Day Speed Dating will boast an all-encompassing romantic theme. 11 events for singles in their 20s, 30s and over 40 are happening on Valentine’s Day evening a mari usque ad mare, each tailored to a specific age range. All guests attending will take part in Dashing Date’s Secret Admirer gift-exchange and can expect ice-breaker games, speed dating, a chic ambiance and, as always, an expertly-hosted event.
5 years ago, while the concept of “Swiping” took front and centre, turning the dating arena into a revolving door of never-ending choices, Dashing Date set out to bring the human-connection back to the scene with their in-person events for eligible singles and modern approach to matchmaking.
With an overflow of lacklustre dating apps, Dashing Date Founder and Dating Expert, Kavita Ajwani, noticed there was a lack of intimacy and genuine desire to find a committed relationship. Online dating being so saturated and predictable, the need to meet singles in real life was in dire need of a comeback, enter Dashing Date!
“With countless couples now in long-term relationships after meeting at our events, we’ve proven that connecting with humans in real life will never go out of style. Taking a night off from swiping can result in finding the love of your life” explains Ajwani. “We already spend hours in front of screens and, for something as personal as meeting someone to date, singles are looking for a fresh and more personal alternative. It’s time to unplug our phones and connect to people instead.”
There are two events in Vancouver:
TRULY MADLY DEEPLY! SPEED DATING For Ages 25-37, happening at Lickerish Lounge located at 903 Davie St. Start time is 7:30PM. Regular ticket price is $39.
TRULY MADLY DEEPLY! SPEED DATING For Ages 36-48, happening at The Emerald located at 555 Gore Ave. Start time is 7:30PM. Regular ticket price is $42.
Are you a local single? Do you know a local single that would love this night out? I have a spot to give away at each event, here’s how you can win your way in!
Click below to get another entry by posting on Twitter:
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I will draw two winners (one for each event) at 12:00pm on Friday, February 9, 2018. Follow Dashing Date on Facebook,Twitter, and Instagram for more info.
Update: The winners are Denise & Jason! They’ll each get a spot at one of the events listed above.
Join the Megaphone Magazine Big Sell on February 6th as local celebrities, business leaders, influencers, and politicians spend an hour as Megaphone Guest Vendors. They’ll be selling Megaphone alongside vendors to support them and raise the profile of poverty and homelessness in our communities.
Megaphone Magazine’s Big Sell
Where: Vancouver Art Gallery Plaza (Georgia Street) When: Tuesday, February 6, 2018 10:30am to 11:30am
Street papers like Megaphone do this event around the world to celebrate the hard work of 10,000 vendors. I participated in the event in 2016, alongside Janet, who was a total pro! It was the first time Vancouver’s Megaphone participated in the event and it was a huge success. Vendors and guest vendors sold more than 250 copies of Megaphone in just under an hour.
Megaphone is an award-winning social enterprise that provides an economic opportunity and a voice to people experiencing poverty and homelessness in Vancouver and Victoria. We produce the monthly Megaphone Magazine, annual Hope in Shadows calendar, and annual Voices of the Street literary edition. All are sold by our street vendors to generate income.
We work with more than 200 marginalized people in British Columbia every year through their vendor and writing workshop programs.
Find a vendor in Vancouver or Victoria to buy your magazine. Just $2 supports meaningful work for people experiencing poverty in your community, and gets you a great read in return. Download the Megaphone App for iPhone and Android to find & pay vendors, even when you don’t have cash.
Buy a Megaphone Magazine at the Big Sell on Tuesday. Megaphone’s 160+ vendors in Vancouver and Victoria work hard every day to create positive change in their own lives, and in the communities we share. Follow the conversation online @MegaphoneMag.
Vancouver Whitecaps FC unveiled a new steel grey “Unity Jersey” today, created in collaboration with adidas. This is the first time in club history that Whitecaps FC have had a grey match day kit, drawn from the silver and grey outline on the club’s logo.
New Whitecaps Unity Jersey for 2018
The “Unity Jersey” represents the union of fans, club, and city, symbolized through the subtle interlocking pattern on the front of the jersey – similar to what is seen in a steel structure. Steel grey is a nod to the Ironworkers of British Columbia who have built and bridged our communities.
“This year we wanted to represent the heart of Vancouver, and that’s the grit and hard work of our city,” said Bob Lenarduzzi, president of Whitecaps FC. “I grew up in East Vancouver, blocks from the Ironworkers Memorial Bridge. Today I regularly cross that bridge, as well as the Lions Gate Bridge, from the other side in North Vancouver. These structures are examples of how our communities in the Lower Mainland have been united. With 2018 marking the 60th anniversary of the tragic collapse during construction of the Second Narrows Bridge, we decided to pay tribute to all ironworkers and all people who are building and bridging our communities.”
“We are very excited and honoured that Vancouver Whitecaps FC have chosen a new jersey that reflects and remembers the grit and determination of British Columbia’s Ironworkers,” said Doug Parton, business manager for Ironworkers Union Local 97.
“Ironworkers love going to work every day, building soccer stadiums, hospitals, bridges, and so much more. We like to say that we’ve been building bridges between communities for years, which is something that Whitecaps FC have also been doing. Sometimes the work ironworkers do comes with a price, such as when the Second Narrows Bridge collapsed in 1958, while under construction. Every year we hold a memorial for the eighteen workers who perished that day, as well as the ones who amazingly survived. This year’s memorial of the 60th Anniversary of the Bridge collapse will be much more special knowing we have the support of Whitecaps FC and their fans.”
Metro Vancouver is connected by more than 20 bridges throughout the Lower Mainland, linking Richmond, the Fraser Valley, North and West Vancouver, and every community in between.
“Bridges are a metaphor for all that connects us in Vancouver, which you see in the interlocking pattern on the front of the jersey,” said Mikkel Strojer, Whitecaps FC vice president of brand & fan engagement. “Our campaign features the jersey on both players and fans, in unity, as every person is equal and important for club and community.”
1956-57 Construction of the Ironworkers Memorial Bridge (Second Narrows). Photo by Dan Scott Vancouver Sun. Source: Vancouver Archives #LP 282.
Players will wear the new Unity Jersey for the first time on Tuesday, February 13th in a special visit to BC Children’s Hospital featuring Aly Ghazal, Kei Kamara, Aaron Maund, Jake Nerwinski, Brian Rowe, and Russell Teibert. The kit will be available at the Official Whitecaps FC Store in Gastown that same day, with Alphonso Davies, Efrain Juarez, Kamara, and Kendall Waston signing autographs from 5:00pm to 7:00pm.
