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by Rebecca BollwittDisclosure: Sponsored Post — Published in partnership with the SnowSeekers #SkiNorthBC series. Please review the Policy & Disclosure section for further information.
This winter I partnered with SnowSeekers, with whom I have done a few fun assignments, to share their #SkiNorthBC stories from destinations in Northern BC.
Terrace was actually the first stop on the #SkiNorthBC expedition, and even before landing in this northern town of 13,000, photographer and adventurer Dax Justin got the inside scoop from a local who was seated beside him on the plane. Aside from talking to locals, the best way to get to know a region is to learn about its history. In this case, Dax went to Kitselas Canyon to learn about the Kitselas Nation.
Photo by Dax Justin
“Long before this area was known for its recreational opportunities, it was home to the Kitselas people, a tribe of the Tsimshian Nation, who’ve lived in the area for thousands of years. I wanted to find out more meet some people from the community.
Kitselas Canyon, on the banks of the Skeena River, is just outside of Terrace. The Kitselas or “People of the Canyon” are among the five Tsimshian Nations to call the Northwest Coastal Region of BC home.”
Dax and the team met up with Webb Bennett, a member of the band, who toured him around the area. “We have four clans represented by these totem poles. Wolf, Eagle, Raven, and Killer Whale. Your clan affiliation depends on what your birth mother was; so since my Mother is a ‘Ganhada’ (Raven), I myself and my siblings are Ravens.”
Bennett told them how his people have been the “protectors” of this region. Preserving and sustaining the well-being of everyone in the four clans was the priority for the Kitselas. And everyone pitched in to make the community strong. If you were old enough to walk, you worked to help the community. Looking over at Kitselas Mountain, Dax asked him what the mountain would say if it could speak… read his moving reply in the SnowSeekers story ».
Photo by Dax Justin
What else did Dax and the team get up to in 72 hours? Cross country skiing at Onion Lake, a rewarding evening of apres at Sherwood Mountain Brewhouse, a comfy stay at Skeena River House B&B, and deep, fluffy snow at Shames Mountain.
For all your Travel Northern BC details, the folks from Northern BC Tourism can help make the planning process smooth.
#SkiNorthBC and explore more! For travellers, SnowSeekers has partnered with National Car rental to secure you a SnowSeekers preferred rate. Make a reservation online, or with an agent and in the Contract field enter XVC4SNO for a savings that could cover your ski pass cost every day.
The 2017 Vans Hi-Standard Snow Series, an international all-ages contest inviting snowboarders to showcase true style and expression in an exciting open-jam format, is coming to Mt. Seymour on March 11th.
Vans Hi-Standard Snow Series World Tour at Mt Seymour
The Vans Hi-Standard global series will be touring across the US, Canada, Switzerland, Korea, and France. The inclusive snowboard jam will feature an original big air jam format where riders are judged by individual style only, with no rotations over 720 permitted. For the grand finale, Vans will bring a new, non-traditional feature into the fold by creating a unique custom-spec course, where riders are encouraged to push the boundaries of their creative expression.
The world tour event is coming to Mt. Seymour on March 11th and riders of all ages and levels can compete in a unique exhibition of style. Offering free registration, lift tickets and food, the Hi-Standard Series will award over $50,000 in cash and prizes and challenge riders to push their imaginations with innovative tricks.
In addition to the contest, the Vans boot collection will be presented, waffles will be served, and a House of Vans Workshop will be hosted for non-competitors, giving spectators and family members a pair of their very own Vans to customize alongside an artist from each city.
Fans and competitors can also expect to see familiar faces from the global Vans Snow team throughout the tour. The capacity for each event is 90 riders. They will be divided into three age categories: ages 15 and under, ages 16+ and ages 30+. For more information, updates, rules and to sign up online visit Vans.com/HiStandardSeries.
Spectators welcome! Follow Mt. Seymour on Facebook and Twitter, and use the tag #VansHiStandard, for more information.
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by Rebecca BollwittDisclosure: Sponsored Post — This post is sponsored by BC Hydro Please review the Policy & Disclosure section for further information.
One of Vancouver’s many virtues is that while it’s a gorgeous city in its own right, it’s also so close to many experiences and getaway destinations. I had the opportunity to plot and plan my own staycation recently, driving out to Cultus Lake to hang out with friends for the weekend. The catch? I was in a super slick, quieter than Judy Jetson’s vehicle, high-tech, electric car. The challenge, which I chose to accept, was to have an energy-saving staycation with BC Hydro, and I had such a blast!
Vancouver’s legendary Theatre Under the Stars (“TUTS”) has announced that its 2017 summer season will include performances of Mary Poppins and The Drowsy Chaperone. This pair of Broadway blockbusters will make for a music-filled summer at Stanley Park’s scenic Malkin Bowl, running July 7th to August 19th.
Theatre Under the Stars 2017
For more than 75 years, Theatre Under the Stars has brought soaring works of musical theatre to the crown jewel of Vancouver – Stanley Park. So much more than just a night at the theatre, TUTS interweaves a kaleidoscope of elements – setting, scenery, concessions, and quality art – into a fun, encompassing experience that is much greater than the sum of its parts.
“Last year was our most successful summer on record – more than 45,000 guests passed through our gates!” says Naveen Kapahi, TUTS Board President. “In 2017, we will build on this momentum by putting our patrons in the talented hands of two of the Lower Mainland’s most celebrated directors. Shel Piercy will follow-up last summer’s epic Beauty and the Beast with Mary Poppins; and we are thrilled to welcome Capilano University’s theatre luminary Gillian Barber as director of The Drowsy Chaperone.”
Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s Mary Poppins, one of the most popular Disney movies of all time, captures hearts in a whole new way! The irresistible story and unforgettable songs are back, as everyone’s favourite nanny swoops in to teach the Banks family a lesson or two about love & imagination.
The Drowsy Chaperone is bursting with show-stopping song and dance. This Canadian musical parody & five-time Tony Award-winner whisks audiences away on a Jazz Age journey of love, laughter, and libation. Alone in his modest, one-bedroom apartment, a musical theatre fan puts on his treasured cast recording. As the record spins, the colourful & chaotic characters of a fictitious 1928 musical spring to life – filling his living room with all manner of movie stars, gangsters, divas, and more.
TUTS will once again offer a two-show subscription pack – allowing audiences to secure their seats to both productions for one great price. On sale now through May 6th, subscriptions are $70 for adults, $50 for children & youth, and include Premium tickets to both productions, souvenir programmes, and exchange insurance for both nights. Book online or call 1-877-840-0457. Single Tickets go on sale May 16th.
All shows at 8:00pm, except on Fireworks Nights, when shows begin at 7:00pm. Follow TUTS on Facebook and Twitter for more information.
History was made in Vancouver last night as Whitecaps FC defeated New York Red Bulls to move onto the CONCACAF Champions League semifinals. The first leg of the two-match aggregate semifinal series will kick off at 7:00pm on Tuesday, March 14th at the 41,615-seat Estadio Universitario in San Nicolás de los Garza, Nuevo Léon, Mexico. The second leg will be played at 7:00pm on Wednesday, April 5 at BC Place. Tickets are available now.
About CONCACAF Champions League
The CONCACAF Champions League is a 24-team competition between the top clubs from North America, Central America, and the Caribbean. Whitecaps FC earned Canada’s lone entry in the tournament by winning the Voyageurs Cup in the 2015 Amway Canadian Championship.
The winner of the CONCACAF Champions League earns a spot in the 2017 FIFA Club World Cup – an annual seven-team tournament featuring the top teams from Asia, Africa, Europe, North America, Oceania and South America. Real Madrid are the reigning 2016 FIFA Club World Cup champions. This year’s Club World Cup will be held in the United Arab Emirates.
Whitecaps FC in CONCACAF Champions League Semifinal
Whitecaps FC are just the seventh MLS team ever to qualify for the CONCACAF Champions League semifinals. Vancouver’s squad is the number one seed in the tournament after sweeping through the group stage, winning all four of their matches by a combined score of 10-2. This is the first time in club history that Whitecaps FC have made it to the Champions League semifinals. An MLS team has never won the CONCACAF Champions League.
Get your tickets now for the historic match on April 5th and follow Vancouver Whitecaps FC on Twitter and Facebook for more information.
This winter I partnered with SnowSeekers, with whom I have done a few fun assignments, to share their #SkiNorthBC stories from destinations in Northern BC. 
The world tour event is coming to 
