The Vancouver Traveler

Here is the opportunity to observe one of the greatest life-cycle stories in nature at this federal government hatchery in North Vancouver. You will be witness to the life and death cycle from juvenile Pacific salmon in the ponds to returning adult slamon struggling up fish ladders to spawn.
Location:
Capilano River Regional Park, North Vancouver – just minutes from downtown Vancouver
Directions:
Capilano Road north (Capilano Road exit from Hwy #1 or North Vancouver exit off Lions Gate Bridge, then left up Capilano Road) .5 km past the Suspension Bridge. Turn left on to Capilano Park Road (look for sign “Capilano …read more

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Celebrating the beginning of the two year countdown to the Vancouver/Whistler 2010 Winter Olympics, this series of events highlights talent not only from around BC, but also from around the world.
Various venues with be hosting hundreds of performances of contemporary, classical and Aboriginal music,, literary arts, theater, dance and film. The impressive line-up of events will begin February 1 and run through to March 21, 2008.
The Vancouver 2010 Cultural Olympiad Gala Concert takes place on February 12, and includes performances by Feist, Suzie McNeil, Ron Sexsmith, Leela Gilday, Jorane and the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra.
For more information on performances, venues and …read more

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The 1st, 2nd, and 3rd of February will be the dates for the 16th Annual Wellness show being held at Vancouver Convention & Exhibition Center. This promises to be one of Canada’s largest Heath and lifestyle showcases. The event will be offering an interesting range of topics and guest speakers and close to 300 exhibitors, all providing insight on the latest in nutrition, fitness and health.
Tickets for the show are:
$12.00 – General Admission
$10.00 – for Seniors (65+)
$5.00 -fo Students (6 – 15)
Free for Younger Ones
For more information visit www.thewellnessshow.com

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Rent 2010 list Vancouver and Whistler condos, apartments and houses available for rent by their owner for the 2010 Vancouver-Whistler Winter Olympics.
Their site also has a list of visitors who are seeking rental accommodations.
Advance planning is going to be a key factor in securing the kind of accommodations that you are looking for as well as the location.
The 2010 Winter Olympics events will span from the Vancouver area to the Whistler Ski Village, approximately a 2 hour drive from downtown Vancouver.
Advance planning will ensure an enjoyable and memorable trip to Vancouver to participate in all the 2010 Winter Olympics fun!
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Jeff Goldblum has been spotted playing the piano at a downtown lounge, Robin Williams has been know to frequent a Chinese Resturant on Burrard Street.
Stars like Gwyneth Paltrow, Barbra Streisand and John Travolta have all been seen in and around Vancouver…more then once!
Vancouver has the largest film industry in Canada; movies, tv series and made for tv movies are all filmed here!
Keep your eyes peeled for those large white trailers parked on the city’s streets with lots of people running around. Or you can stake out the lobby of any chic downtown hotel to perhaps catch a glimpse of you …read more

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Approximately 150 of Canada’s best skaters are heading to Vancouver to compete in the BMO Canadian Figure Skating Championship, which will take place January 16-20 at the Pacific National Exhibition.
The results will determine who will represent Canada at the next ISU World Figure Skating Championships.
It will be a great time to see our talented skater’s take the spotlight and show off their talents!
Check out http://www.ticketmaster.ca/event/11003F2BD64369CD for more information and to purchase tickets

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Although the 2010 Winter Olympics are still 2 years away, VANOC currently has pre-Games volunteers actively engaged in planning the event.
Numerous pre-Games volunteer positions are available, as well as many national and international winter sports events to be held in Vancouver prior to the 2010 Winter Olympics.
This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for thousands of participates!
To learn more about pre-Games volunteering opportunities for the 2010 Winter Olympics, please check out www.vancouver2010.com/en/Participation/VolunteerOpportunities/SportEventVolunteers

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Take an adventure through Whistler’s winter wonderland and enjoy the spectacular scenery in the comfort of the deluxe 19 passenger Snowcat.
The skilled and informative operator will do the driving, while your on board entertainer will sing you a tune!
The heated Snowcat has CD stereo surround sound, wrap around glass for a panoramic view, comfy seats and an open concept that lets you interact with the driver and the other passengers.
The tour includes your Snowcat adventure, a narrated history of Whistler and a fondue dinner.
The tour operates form November 14, 2007 to April 20, 2008.
For more information check out www.whistlerblackcomb.com

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A rib injury prevented goaltender Roberto Luongo from playing Monday night in L.A.
Luongo, who was the runner up for the Hart and VeZina Trophies last season, suffered the rib injury after a hard shot found a “soft spot” in his equipment in the Dec. 2 game against Minnesota. Despite aggravating the rib again in Chicago on Wednesday, he played again Saturday against Pittsburgh, but said that it continually got worse during the game.
Luongo is 13-10-3 with 4 shutouts and is fifth in the NHL with 2.12 goal- against average and a .925 save percentage.
Backup goalie Curtis Sanford is expected …read more

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The Whistler venues for the 2010 Winter Olympics has been completed on-time and on-budget!
Whistler Creekside, Whistler Olympic Park and The Whistler Sliding Center are a success thanks to the hard work of the construction crews.
The Vancouver Organizing Committee will open the doors to Whistler Olympic Park on Saturday December 15, 2007, providing access for both high-performance athlete training and recreational use.
Saturday’s activities will see more then 100 cross-country ski competitors take to the trails in Coast Cup #1, Whistler Olympic Park’s first officially registered competition.
Organized by the Hollyburn Jackrabbit Ski Club, the race is open to all participants …read more

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