The route along Ferguson Road to Iona Beach Regional Park on Sea Island is one of the best year-round cycling trips.

Planes, Trains, Cars and Bikes are welcome at YVR

YVR’s reputation as a transportation hub is expanding to include bicycles, with the recent announcement of the Airport Authority’s win as one of the region’s most bike-friendly businesses. Awarded annually by HUB, Metro Vancouver’s largest cycling coalition, the awards celebrate businesses that encourage employees and customers to cycle, by providing commuting facilities, incentives and education […]

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Oahu bans smoking at the beach

Honolulu mayor Kirk Caldwell has signed into law two bills that ban smoking in public places on the island of Oahu, Hawaii, including beaches, parks, tennis courts, softball fields and public pools. Municipal golf courses are excepted from the ban. The laws will take effect on January 1, 2014. It is already illegal on Oahu […]

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New Marpole marina perfect for Sea Island boaters

For Sea Island workers and Burkeville residents it’s not always about airports and aviation. For those with an interest in open water, there is a new marina development launching this fall. The facility, appropriately called Milltown Marina, is currently taking shape at the foot of Bentley Street just off Granville and SW Marine Drive in […]

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Softball event delivers for Rubina Hope for Kids charity

The devastating 2004 tsunami in 2004 that took the lives of more than 280,000 people in Southeast Asia is now a memory, but never forgotten. Rubina Hope for Kids was founded in 2005 in memory of Rubina Wong, who was killed as a result of the tsunami while vacationing on Koh Phi Phi, Thailand. The […]

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YVR employees, customers and staff attended the July Cargojet barbecue fundraiser to show their support for 21-month-old Nolan Byrne.

Standup paddleboard turned into $28,000 fundraiser

Cargojet’s Toronto duty manager Ron Byrne and his wife Sarah were recently given the kind of heartbreaking news that no parent wants to hear. Their 21-month-old son, Nolan, was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). The diagnosis meant that Nolan would need at least 24 months of chemotherapy in addition to various other treatments. Byrne […]

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Sunwing adds flights to Mexican Riviera

Sunwing will offer new flights and vacation packages to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo, Mexico from three Western Canadian gateways—Vancouver, Kelowna and Edmonton. Departures from the three cities are set for Thursdays between Dec. 19, 2013 and Apr. 3, 2014. In addition to its beaches, Ixtapa is known for upscale shopping, lively entertainment and activities such as hiking, horseback […]

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WestJet Encore brings Bombardier Q400s to Skeena Valley

Effective November 25, 2013, WestJet will offer new twice-daily, non-stop service between Vancouver and Terrace, B.C. Operated by WestJet Encore using Bombardier Q400 NextGen aircraft, the service will benefit the entire northwest region of the province, which is undergoing a major economic transformation due to billions of dollars in investment in forestry, mining, smelting, hydroelectricity, […]

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Virgin Atlantic updates its uniforms

Virgin Atlantic has revealed its new uniforms, following a collaboration with legendary British designer Vivienne Westwood to update the airline’s iconic red uniforms, with an emphasis on originality and sustainability. The new uniforms will be worn by 180 specially selected staff—including pilots, ground staff and cabin crews—as the airline trials the uniform, checking for comfort […]

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New uniforms for United Airlines employees

Flight attendants, customer service agents and many of the more than 64,000 United Airlines employees worldwide have shed their old work outfits for a new wardrobe. “The new uniforms project a contemporary, sophisticated look that reflects the modern airline we’re building,” said Jeff Foland, United’s executive vice president – marketing, technology and strategy. “With significant […]

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Tofino-Ucluelet-Long Beach Airport to receive $248,200 for new runway sweeper

The Tofino-Ucluelet-Long Beach Airport is receiving $248,200 through the Canadian Government’s Airports Capital Assistance Program (ACAP). The funding is being provided for the replacement of a runway sweeper. The new sweeper will ensure the timely and effective removal of snow, slush and ice from runways and taxiways. To date, through ACAP, the Tofino-Ucluelet-Long Beach Airport […]

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Wayne Duzita appointed vice-chair of Richmond Tourism

Richmond City Council has appointed Wayne Duzita as vice-chair Richmond Tourism Association Board of Directors. The Board of Directors focuses on policy and program development, over sees the management of Tourism Richmond, monitors organizational performance, and ensures that the mandate of the organization is carried out. Tourism Richmond is the city’s exclusive tourism destination marketing […]

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