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Mar 12th 10 Posted by Corbin

2010 Vancouver Olympics Video Montage

I’m not sure if any of you have seen this video yet, but if you were one of the millions of people around the globe who were watching every minute of Olympic coverage then you need to see this. This video montage done by Stephen Brunt just about sums up the feeling that we as Canadians were feeling during the Olympics. I don’t get shook up that easy, but this montage gives...

Mar 5th 10 Posted by Corbin

Crashed Ice is back in Quebec City!

First off, What is Crashed Ice? Crashed Ice is what you get when you amp up a bunch of hockey players on Red Bull, tell them to race to the bottom of an icy hill, and be a hero. At all costs. Mayhem, adrenaline, speed, and nasty spills typically ensue. Fans describe it as a mix of hockey, downhill skating, and boardercross. The Crashed Ice courses typically take place in an urban environment...

Dec 19th 09 Posted by Corbin

How to Build an Igloo

Via Rails Virtual Tour guide, Vivian, submitted a great link in a comment on my recent post of the best winter activities in Canada. The video depicts two Inuit men building an igloo. It’s roughly 10 minutes long, and it’s one of those really crazy old videos. It’s not ‘cheesy’ old, it just sort of has a cool nostalgic feel to it. You’ll see what I mean. It’s...

Dec 3rd 09 Posted by Corbin

Nova Scotia says ‘Thank You’ to Boston

Located on the east coast of Canada is Nova Scotia, one of Canada’s Atlantic provinces. Every year around Christmas, the province of Nova Scotia sends a massive Christmas tree down to Boston to thank the Bostonian’s who aided in the aftermath of the 1917 Halifax Explosion. The Boston aid arrived the day after the explosion that kill 1,900 people and wounded another 9,000. For those who...

Nov 26th 09 Posted by Corbin

Travel Video – Saskatchewan and Manitoba

So after finally digging my feet in, I’ve managed to put together a quick travel video/photo montage of the first leg of my recent trip across Canada. Episode 1 features views into Saskatchewan and Manitoba. AKPC_IDS += "1193,"; Technorati Tags: Backpacking, blogsherpa, Canada, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Travel, Video

Nov 24th 09 Posted by Corbin

Top 7 Ski Resorts in the Canadian Rocky Mountains

Canada’s mountainous terrain is famous for some of the best snowboarding & skiing in the world. Whether you’re looking for back country powder, or a well groomed trail to learn on, you won’t have to look far to find some of the best mountains in Canada. The Rocky Mountains, found in Alberta and British Columbia, have dozens of resorts which cater to snowboarders & skiiers...

Nov 1st 09 Posted by Corbin

Win a 3 Month Ski Pass Care of Powder Highway

For all you ski or snowboard bums dreading how much money you’ll be coughing up this winter on ski passes, accommodation, and gas, your luck might do a 180. Powder Highway is hooking up one lucky winner with the ultimate 3 month adventure. They’re willing to give away Free Lift Tickets at all of the resorts, 15 days of Heli & Cat Skiing, Accommodation, Transportation, & Gas. All...

Aug 22nd 09 Posted by Corbin

One Week – A true Canadian Travel movie

My good friends at the ThePlanetD.com reminded me to watch this movie. So after a week of heavy partying, I took the night off and watched One Week, starring Joshua Jackson (Dawsons Creek, Fringe). I was surprised how much I enjoyed it. If you’ve traveled anywhere in Canada you’ll find so many scenes you can relate to. One Week is about a young man questioning his purpose in life after...

Aug 8th 09 Posted by Corbin

Video – One Minute and Fifty Seconds in Canada

Canada Tourism produced a video showcasing the differences and beauty found throughout Canada. Take a minute out of your day and explore through a great video giving you every reason to backpack across Canada. AKPC_IDS += "331,"; Technorati Tags: Canada, Video

Jul 30th 09 Posted by Corbin

Video – Newfoundland & Labrador

Newfoundland & Labrador have recently released several videos displaying the beauty and wonder that it has to offer for those seeking to view the true Maritimes. Do yourself a favour and watch these videos, you may end up including it on your next travel in Canada. <object width=”425″ height=”344″><param name=”movie” value=”http://www.youtube.com/v/gE3OORLTAzM&hl=en&fs=1&”></param><param...

Mar 23rd 09 Posted by Corbin

The Canadian Code

Anyone who’s lived or spent a significant time in Canada will be able to relate to these videos. Molson Canadian did a great job with them. I highly recommend you buy a cold Molson the next time you’re out for a drink, in honour of how awesome these videos are. AKPC_IDS += "5,"; Technorati Tags: Beer, Drinks, Videos