Welcome to Western Canada, an area that stretches from the province of Manitoba to the Pacific Coast of British Columbia, and north to include Nunavut, Northwest Territories and Yukon.
Western Canada’s major cities provide year round events: first nations in Victoria and on Vancouver Island, International Film Festival in Vancouver, Ski and Snowboard Festival in Whistler, Stampede in Calgary, Jazz Festival in Edmonton, Blues Festival in Saskatoon, Folk Festival in Regina, and Comedy Festival in Winnipeg.
Join me in exploring gorgeous and culturally diverse Western Canada. And don’t forget to add your own comments and travel tips after each article, where you can discuss and debate your favourites things about this fabulous country.
First Nations Vancouver Travel in BC, Canada
To learn about the aboriginal people of British Columbia, see aboriginal art work in downtown Vancouver and then head to Mission for First Nations history. more...
How To Use the Canada Line in Vancouver, BC
Vancouver, BC is the only city in Canada now with rapid transit to and from the airport. The Canada Line connects Richmond with downtown Vancouver, British Columbia. more...
A Vancouver French Area & O Zone in Richmond, BC
With the creation of the O Zone in Richmond and a French quarter on Granville Island, the Vancouver 2010 Olympics will bring much fun to British Columbia. more...
Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympic Games Activities
Vancouver is offering spa packages and cocktails for Vancouver 2010 Olympics-themed inspiration. See Yew Restaurant + Bar at the Four Seasons Hotel, Vida Spa & Skoah Spa. more...
Things To Do in Whistler, BC During the Winter
Whistler mountain holds many annual winter festivals like Cornucopia, Whistler Film Festival, First Night New Year's Eve, Gay Pride Festival, and Ski/Snowboard Festival. more...
Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympic Merchandise
Canada opens its doors for the Vancouver 2010 games. Winter Olympic merchandise is now on sale at The Bay downtown for gear like hockey jerseys, clothing, & accessories. more...
The Dalai Lama Visits Vancouver, BC
Dalai Lama tickets were a hot commodity as he joined Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Blue Man Group, Eckhart Tolle, Maria Shriver and Peter Buffett in Vancouver, BC. more...
Dawson City Music Festival in the Yukon, Canada
In: Yukon Travel
The Dawson City Music Festival features musicians-Crash the Car, SoCalled, Luke Doucet, Melissa McClelland-with workshops and performances in the Yukon, Canada. more...
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Big Rock Roadside Attraction in Okotoks Alberta
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Alberta Travel – Okotoks, Near Calgary Alberta
In: Alberta Travel
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Thomas Alan Gray
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World Class Ski Resorts in British Columbia
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