Totem poles are among the most iconic cultural treasures of the Pacific Northwest, rising tall against the dramatic landscapes of British Columbia. Carved from massive Red Cedar trees, these poles are not merely works of […]
Strathcona, along with Chinatown, Gastown, and Yaletown, is one of Vancouver’s oldest residential neighbourhoods, with roots tracing back to the city’s early days in the mid-19th century. Originally known as the East End, Strathcona developed […]
The history of botanical gardens in Vancouver reflects the region’s deep connection to nature and plant science. One of the earliest efforts in botanical cultivation in all of Canada began at Essondale (now Riverview Hospital) […]
Yaletown, a vibrant neighbourhood in downtown Vancouver, has a rich history that traces back to the late 19th century. Originally an industrial district and rail yard for the Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR), it was named […]
Coquitlam has a rich history that dates back thousands of years as the traditional territory of the Kwikwetlem First Nation, part of the Coast Salish peoples. The name “Coquitlam” itself comes from the Halkomelem word […]
From modest beginnings to first rate attraction, the Capilano Suspension Bridge and surrounding park is a BC success story. The name ‘Capilano’ originated from the Squamish Nation’s “Kia’palano”, which translates to “beautiful river.” George Grant […]
Kitsilano is named after Khatsahlanogh, the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh chief, whose people inhabited the area long before the first settlers arrived. It was a vast tract of thick, lush rainforest but its location made it ripe for […]
Recently I shared a story featuring a collection of historical photographs from Grouse Mountain. In that collection, there were photos depicting all seasons and a variety of activities. For this post, I have decided to […]
In the late 1880s an orphaned Black Bear cub kickstarted the idea of the Stanley Park Zoo, an attraction that lasted more than a century. Henry Avison, Stanley Park’s first Superintendent, captured the cub, chained […]
The first record of anyone summiting Grouse Mountain was in October of 1894. Back then climbing was a lot more challenging than it is today. The bridge across Burrard Inlet and the road to the […]
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