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Seeking the Great Grizzlies of Prince Rupert, B.C.

Bears, bald eagles and beautiful scenery made this journey to Prince Rupert, B.C., an excursion to remember.

Why We Keep Going Back to B.C.’s Green Point Campground

Located in the spectacular Long Beach area of Vancouver Island’s west coast, this unspoiled gem puts the "great" in "the...


Searching for Spirit Bears in B.C.’s Great Bear Rainforest

Bald eagles cruise the towering cliffs along the shorelines and islands that make up the Great Bear Rainforest. It's also...


Hiking Through Prehistory in the Burgess Shale

This gruelling guided hike offers a glimpse of the world-famous fossils of the Burgess Shale in Yoho National Park.


Williams Lake Stampede: Inside British Columbia’s Cowboy Culture

From lassoing calves to bucking broncos, photographer Mike Lane gives us a glimpse into his home province’s love of cowboys.

This 71-Year-Old and Her Son Went on the Kayak Adventure of a Lifetime

Who needs more collectibles as birthday gifts? Kayaking with whales off the northeast coast of Vancouver Island was the best...


Exploring British Columbia’s Salish Sea

Over the years, John A. Barrett of Nanaimo, B.C., has explored this large, diverse area of waterways off the southern...


Exploring the Beauty of Western Canada in an RV

Carolyn Meldrum and her husband Dave used to talk about the idea of visiting western Canada. They finally found the...


Capturing British Columbia’s Wildlife on Camera

For these avid photographers, salmon, birds and bears make up "B.C.’s triad."


Seasonal Changes: This is What Late Fall Looks Like in Western Canada

We may not always welcome winter with open arms, but there’s no denying the beauty of late fall. These fantastic...


Road Trip Diaries: Travelling Across Canada With Two Dogs and a Cat

The true test of a relationship is to take it on the road!


A Love Letter to Ladner, B.C.

For this longtime visitor, the quaintness of Ladner, B.C., isn't something a tourist board dreamt up. Instead, the village feels...


A Salute to Canada’s CF Snowbirds

Recalling the day excited anticipation turned to deep despair and grief.

The Best of British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley

Photographer Carla Hunt of Vernon, B.C., showcases the incredible diversity of wildlife and stunning natural beauty of the Okanagan.


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Gone But Not Forgotten

A longtime urban explorer ventures to Bradian, B.C.—an abandoned ghost town hidden in the woods, high in the mountains.


My Hometown: Crofton, British Columbia

Find out why contributor Jean Ballard refers to Crofton, B.C., as a “chicken soup” sort of town.


This B.C. Skier Got Lost in a Snowstorm—Could Rescuers Find Him in Time?

Mark Gayowski took an unmarked ski trail into a deep ravine. Every attempt at escape only left him more lost.


Jewel of the West: Photographing the Grizzlies of Great Bear Rainforest

One of the world’s largest remaining coastal temperate rainforests, Great Bear Rainforest in British Columbia is home to rich ecosystems,...


How a Pocket Knife Saved This Man During a Grizzly Bear Attack

Alone on a mountain and pinned under a grizzly, Colin Dowler reached for a pocket knife and struggled for...


The Gift of Time: Saving the Vernon, B.C., Post Office Clock

Resurrecting the century-old town clock in Vernon, B.C., was no easy feat, but for the sake of local history—challenge accepted!


A Firsthand Experience With War Inspired This Artist to Design a Peace Garden

The Peace Garden art project at Woodwynn Farms in Central Saanich, B.C., helped artist Deryk Houston come to terms with...


In Praise of Surrey, British Columbia

For a child who grew up here, Surrey is a place full of memories.

10 Things You Absolutely Must See at the Royal B.C. Museum

Visiting the Royal B.C. Museum, but tight on time? Here are the 10 things you absolutely must see!


Hunting for Buried Treasure on Chesterman Beach

Imagine the thrill of digging up an actual buried treasure chest! A charming tradition in Chesterman Beach, British Columbia, brings...


The Blue Bridge: Remembering a Victoria Landmark

Opened in 1924, the Johnson Street Bridge, otherwise known as the “Blue Bridge,” captured the hearts of Victoria residents for...


Khutzeymateen: A Journey to the Heart of Canada’s Only Grizzly Bear Sanctuary

In search of the elusive giants of British Columbia's Khutzeymateen Grizzly Sanctuary—accompanied by a very fancy camera.


Qualicum Beach: Welcome to Canada’s Paradise for Seniors

As a surge of baby boomers retire, Qualicum Beach, B.C.—Canada’s most elderly town—is a model of the communities
they’ll...


This Is the Reason Why Kelowna Has Been Ranked One of Canada’s Greenest Cities

Set along the shore of Okanagan Lake, Kelowna is a city that has many orchards, vineyards, beaches and parks.