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Long-time rivalry renewed – CANADA VS USA
International Rugby returns to Vancouver, presented by Rugby Canada & DHL. Canada’s Men’s National Team will host its rivals from south of the border, USA, in an international test match on September 7th at BC Place. This will be the final warm-up match for both teams before heading to Japan for the 2019 Rugby World Cup!
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[CLOSED] WIN TICKETS to the Ultimate Rugby Test Match: Canada vs USA
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Curling seems to be the sport that everyone remembers only when the winter Olympic Games roll around. For the uninitiated, the sport involves rolling a heavy rock down a long stretch of ice, while people run beside it and furiously sweep. Uh, what?
While hockey and lacrosse may be more commonly known as the national sports of Canada, curling should follow up as a close 3rd on the list. The winter sport is a favourite among those who enjoy low impact sports based on precision…
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Curling Rocks! The unique winter sport that nobody’s talking about…
There’s nothing quite like the giddy joy that comes from zipping around on an ice rink. Especially when you master the ability of actually stopping without having to slam into the side boards or crash into a friend…
Vancouver is lucky to have quite a few options for ice skating that go beyond the usual rinks located in each community centre around town. Better yet, most offer cheap rentals for skates and steaming cups of hot chocolate.
So grab your mittens and a scarf, because these are some of the best places to go ice skating in Vancouver:
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Written by Carly Whetter
One of the best places to get a spectacular view of the Vancouver’s mountains, rainforest, and sea, is at Grouse Mountain, also known as the Peak of Vancouver. This June Grouse Mountain is set to launch their Scenic Mountain Biking experience, where guests can rent a bike on the top of the mountain and either enjoy a 2-hour guided tour to scenic viewpoints or access two marked trails on a self-guided excursion.
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Scenic Mountain Biking Coming to Vancouver’s Grouse Mountain This Summer!
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The Lululemon SeaWheeze Half Marathon isn’t your average run. In fact, it may just be the most beautiful and ridiculously fun half marathon in the world! This September, over 10,000 runners will descend on Vancouver to sweat it out over a weekend of yoga, running, and one heck of an after party!
Registration for the SeaWheeze 2018 half marathon opens months in advance and typically sells out in minutes (sometimes seconds!) So, if you’re planning on registering for the seventh annual SeaWheeze Half Marathon taking place in September 2018, we’ve detailed all the information you need to know below!
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Registration for 2018 SeaWheeze Half Marathon Opens January 25
Need a last-minute Christmas gift for a special sports-loving someone?
How about tickets to the inaugural Vancouver Showcase – a new premier annual NCAA basketball event coming to Vancouver in November 2018?
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Tickets to Vancouver Basketball Showcase On Sale Now!
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Does the thought of stepping into a busy mall during the holiday season make you shudder? Are you sick of buying similar gifts at similar stores each year? Vancouver is lucky to have a thriving DIY (do-it-yourself) community, which hosts several holiday craft markets leading up to the big gift-giving day.
If you’re looking for something a little extra special for a loved one, you’ll be pleased to know that Vancouver has several craft markets scheduled before the end of December. Check out the quick guide below to decide which ones to check out and don’t forget to spend a little extra on something for yourself!
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Quick Guide to 2017 December Craft Markets in Vancouver
