The tale of the Sasquatch has been passed down for generations by the Sts’ailes First Nations people of Harrison Lake and Harrison River. Often described as a half-man, half-ape type creature, the Sts’ailes believe the Sasquatch is a spiritual being that can vanish into the spirit realm at will. The first time I heard of…
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Catch the Vancouver Aquarium Butterflies Before They Fly Away
It’s all butterflies at the Vancouver Aquarium right now until the end of September. The beautiful Costa Rican visitors can be found at their Amazon Gallery. Several exotic species can be found, such as the Cream-Spotted Tiger Wing Butterfly, or the Postman Butterfly. If you’re lucky (or if you’re wearing a bright shirt), They may…
A Day at EcoDairy #AvalonTraceable
On Sunday, my family and I spent a day as guests of EcoDairy and Avalon at the EcoDairy facilities learning about sustainable farming. Located in Abbotsford, EcoDairy is the first demonstration farm of its kind in Canada. The farm offers a unique and highly interactive learning environment, perfect for children like my little guy, Dylan. A proud…
Element by Westin in Metrotown – Grand Opening!
Are you visiting Vancouver for an week or more and looking for comfortable accommodations that fit your lifestyle? Well, look no further than Element by Westin. I had the pleasure to attend the formal opening of this first Eco-branded hotel in Western Canada and I could not have been more impressed with this concept! This…
Mary in Vancity 