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BC history

The Great Wall, not so great, A Cure for Wellness, slow acting, and real BC history at The End of the Road

Also salutations in film for Gordon Pinsent and the return of an Oscar contender named Ove
Volkmar RichterFeb 17th, 2017

Study on B.C. First Nations stone tools finds glacier brought mountain to man

In ancient times the mountain came to First Nations - and helped them build tools.
The Canadian PressSep 20th, 2015

Once upon a night in Fort Langley...

In late September, I took a step back a century and delved into Canada's history at the Fort Langley National Historic Site.
Kelly MarionNov 6th, 2013
Justice Berger

Students from Macdonald and the Aboriginal Focus School match wits with Thomas Berger

Justice Berger speaks with Aboriginal students.
Kurt HeinrichMay 3rd, 2013

The Peerless: the paddlewheeler that could

Not only did "The Peerless" make it down the Thompson River from Savona to Spences Bridge, but she also, eventually, made it back upriver again.
Bernie FandrichApr 4th, 2013

Black history in Vancouver: Who was Joe Fortes?

February is Black History Month, and with it comes the tale of shipman, lifeguard and hero of the Bay, Seraphim "Joe" Fortes.
Wendee LangFeb 2nd, 2012

Vancouver International Film Festival Picks for Day 11: Sunday

Another very busy day at VIFF brings us two BC athletes, unexpected blasts at education and a kind of green energy and a harrowing and mysterious pre-Holocaust story. (read more)
Volkmar RichterOct 10th, 2010

Vancouver International Film Festival Picks for Day 10: Saturday

My best bets for Saturday at VIFF can’t be contained in a short list. From Juliet Binoche to Carlos the Jackal, comedies, art and even hockey, there’s just too much. (read more)
Volkmar RichterOct 9th, 2010