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The royal couple are into the home stretch of their Canadian tour, with just one full day left in Victoria Saturday before flying out. Check back here regularly as we wrap up the Will and Kate Show.

SATURDAY, OCT. 1

And they’re off….

What a week it was. William and Kate have ended their whirlwind tour.

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Plenty of onlookers have assembled for the departure. Final words went to the Governor-General. Final wave came from the whole family. What a week! Thanks for following along.

Two levels of crowds at inner harbour for #RoyalVisitCanada departure by royal couple pic.twitter.com/UUx14YwRdY — Rob Shaw (@robshaw_vansun) October 1, 2016

Crown holding sings, waiting for the Duke, Duchess, and royal kids at the #yyj seaplane terminal #RoyalVisitCanada pic.twitter.com/dK9c0iPolQ — Ryan Price (@RyanPriceCFAX) October 1, 2016

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Another shot of beautiful Victoria - as we wait for the official send off for the Royals #ctvroyals #RoyalVisitCanada pic.twitter.com/1KB68pGWJW — CTV Bhinder Sajan (@BhinderSajan) October 1, 2016

Governor General has arrived, and @christyclarkbc #RoyalVisitCanada pic.twitter.com/BNDUSecXLq — Caleb Zylstra (@calebz) October 1, 2016

A goodbye from Canada's Governor General #RoyalVisitCanada pic.twitter.com/sxXIAkQuBf — Rob Shaw (@robshaw_vansun) October 1, 2016

Thank you Canada - goodbye! pic.twitter.com/bp5IxjxVvL — Kensington Palace (@KensingtonRoyal) October 1, 2016

Final hours

Their sailing tour over, the Royals have returned to their hotel. They’ll be back at the Victoria float plane terminal to make their final departure in a couple hours.

“Catherine and I are incredibly grateful to the people of Canada for the warmth and hospitality they have extended to our family over the last week,” said Prince William in a statement.

“We have loved our time in British Columbia and Yukon and will never forget the beautiful places we have seen and the many people who have been kind enough to come to welcome us in person.

“We feel very lucky to have been able to introduce George and Charlotte to Canada. This country will play a big part in the lives of our children and we have created such happy memories for our family during this visit.

“Canada is a country of optimism, generosity and unrivalled natural beauty. I hope we have helped all Canadians celebrate what makes this country great. We will see you again soon.”

The Royal hustle

Go! Find this kid!

#Victoria #Ships Point Aldus baked 70 cupcakes for Royal watchers and has only sold one. He needs your business! pic.twitter.com/e5qM5XHpSs — Denise Ryan (@deniseoryan) October 1, 2016

…and the Royal wear

What has Kate worn during her Canadian week?

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Tall ship time

After their stop at Breakwater Bistro for coffee and a chat about youth mental health, a trip on the water about the tall ship Pacific Grace. Operated by the Sail and Life Training Society, the ship offers summer and short-term programs for youth.

We’ve added photos to the main gallery of the day so far.

The Duke and Duchess then took a hand at sailing, boarding the 42-metre Pacific Grace tall ship with 18 youth mental health advocates from Jack.org and crew from the Sail and Life Training Society in Victoria.

The royal couple jumped into the fray, joining the youth in pulling on heavy lines to raise the ship’s 30-metre sails.

“It was bold of them to be right in there, shoulder to shoulder with these young people, taking the helm of a 180 tonne tall ship to bring it into the dock,” said Loren Hagerty, SALTS executive director. “That was very impressive.”

As they entered Victoria’s inner habour, the couple was offered the chance to take the ship’s wheel. After a brief debate, the Duchess took charge and steered the ship into the dock.

“She did a great job,” said Tony Anderson, the ship’s captain. “William was watching throughout, letting her know she was getting close to the dock.”

Anderson said the hands-on interaction with the royal couple was a real highlight.

“Our crew members were thrilled,” he said. “They were more than pulling their weight.”

The couple also took time to talk to the youth on board from Jack.org, a national charity that advocates improved supports for youth mental health

Shannon Dillon, 23, founded the Jack.org chapter at Queen’s University and said the royal couple seemed truly interested in her work.

“They were very engaged and interested in hearing from us,” she said.

“It was incredibly exciting. And honestly to see such awesome role models talking about youth mental health and making it a national priority was really important for our organization as well.”

The short sail voyage required extensive preparation and special permission from Transport Canada for the tall ship to sail through the inner habour – something not normally allowed. But the crew said it was worth it.

“It was everything we’d hoped it would be,” said Hagerty.

It took 5 minutes of solid screaming We love you Prince William until he gave the Royal wave. #RoyalVisitCanada pic.twitter.com/mj3geTPb7S — Denise Ryan (@deniseoryan) October 1, 2016

Kate is in running shoes #trainers @katescloset #RoyalVisitCanada pic.twitter.com/gKo0als8mb — Denise Ryan (@deniseoryan) October 1, 2016

Scenic setting at Ogden Point as hundreds await the #RoyalVisitCanada pic.twitter.com/z9fZOZQKdg — Arnold Lim (@arnoldlimphoto) October 1, 2016

Setting sail around Victoria Harbour for the Duke and Duchess' final event of this #RoyalVisitCanada #aurevoir pic.twitter.com/i1yStSVAa3 — Lama Hasan (@LamaHasan) October 1, 2016

Duchess Kate all smiles as she steers the ship into dock #RoyalVisitCanada pic.twitter.com/c3UYnqmCg4 — April Lawrence (@AprilCHEK) October 1, 2016

Will and Kate look happy after their tall ship voyage in Victoria harbour #RoyalVisitCanada pic.twitter.com/kGRwp5SvtV — Denise Ryan (@deniseoryan) October 1, 2016

Talking about youth and mental health

After the morning stop at the Cridge Centre to discuss family issues, now it’s on to the Breakwater Bistro at Ogden Point to discuss the Kelty Centre’s work with youth who are dealing with mental health issues.

Be like the Royals! Learn how our Parents and Youths-in-Residence help kids & fams find mental health services @KeltyCentre #RoyalTour2016 pic.twitter.com/JlKMx0K9e5 — BCChildren'sHospital (@BCChildrensHosp) October 1, 2016

About the Kelty Centre:

The Kelty Mental Health Resource Centre is a provincial resource centre that provides mental health and substance use information, resources, and peer support to children, youth and their families from across BC. We also provide peer support to people of all ages with eating disorders. All of our services are free of charge, and you can reach us over the phone, in person, or through email.

A morning visit to the Cridge Centre for the Family

The royals arrived at the Cridge Centre for the Family in Victoria to cheering crowds on the road and up the driveway of the centre.

The centre has a variety of programs to help children, adults, seniors and those who have personal issues – such as domestic violence or brain injuries – that they can overcome to live productive lives.

Outside the centre, the royals walked down a driveway filled with children, parents and centre staff, stopping to mingle with the crowd.

On one side, the duke stopped to meet Chelsea Sherwood and her daughter.

“She got to shake his hand and tell her about the hat she made,” said Sherwood, with her daughter Peyton Larocque, 4, who was brandishing a homemade yellow fascinator with purple ribbon.

That hat, now touched by the future King, will be kept forever, Peyton proudly announced.

Sherwood said she was surprised by “how down to earth they are and how much they care about the cause they came for, which is the overcomers.”

On the other side of the driveway, the duchess mingled with children.

“She said, “Hi, what’s your name… and said I looked very pretty,” said Grace Candy, 8.

“I said she looked very pretty and then she said, ‘Do you want to be a princess one day?’”

Candy said maybe, but she’s looking for a job that pays lots of money.

Courteney Meridew, who works in the cridge’s childcare programs, said it was “awesome.”

“It was really sweet she took so much time, there were five girls and myself and she talked to each of us. She took her time and asked lots of questions and complimented her earrings,” said Meridew, gesturing to Shelby McCallum, 9, who had blue earrings.

Cridge CEO Shelley Morris admitted to being nervous meeting the royalty and welcoming them to her centre.

“The duke and duchess were so gracious at making me feel at ease, they were so warm and so engaged and so interested in the stories the overcomers were telling them,” she said.

“There was a woman telling some of the real challenges of her journey that involved domestic violence. And the duke is very interested in the issues of domestic violence and it’s very important to him that women are honoured and respected. She struggled as telling some of her story and broke down and cried. I think it really touched his heart. When he was getting ready to say goodbye to her he said may I hug you and he just brought her in and held her in a beautiful connection.

“I just respect them, for using their positions to actually do really good work and shine a spotlight.”

Inside, Marcia Williams, 91, had a chance to meet the duke.

“He was very nice,” she said, adding that she felt Prince William was truly interested in what she had to say.

“I said to him a good many of us had come in the autumn of our lives, some of us after pretty hard lives, and we found here it was our spring time,” she said.

“It’s a very important message for us to pass along about getting old.”

The Royal couple are starting their final day in Canada at

, a Christian family-aid organization.

The Duke and Duchess have arrived @TheCridgeCentre , Western Canada's longest operating NGO supporting families through tough times. pic.twitter.com/KRl7eEBJky — Kensington Palace (@KensingtonRoyal) October 1, 2016

Will and Kate are being serenaded by an a cappella group from Pacific Christian. Dancing not appropriate, apparently. #RoyalVisitCanada #yyj pic.twitter.com/fIUbjbDP4I — Amy Smart (@amysmart1) October 1, 2016

Singing for a #RoyalVisitCanada pic.twitter.com/zazefKVKiw — Arnold Lim (@arnoldlimphoto) October 1, 2016

Just a portion of the *massive* motorcade for the Royals outside the Cridge. #RoyalVisitCanada pic.twitter.com/mQdx96oHxJ — LizaCKNW980 (@lizaCKNW980) October 1, 2016

Some notes on what Kate’s wearing today:

https://twitter.com/katienicholl/status/782267980352675840

Fashionistas are going to love this! Final day of #RoyalVisitCanada & it's funky shoes for the Duchess of Cambridge. pic.twitter.com/7LmeC5Oc08 — Mark Stewart (@RegalEyes) October 1, 2016

Kate is the exception not the rule and wears white after labour day in Canada pic posted by @WhatKateWore 🇨🇦🇬🇧 #RoyalVisitCanada pic.twitter.com/T8HiSnP0ex — Kelly Mathews (@allthingsregal) October 1, 2016

Lusting after those J Crew shoes! Love that she didn't do her standard black pump here. And that ponytail is on point #RoyalVisitCanada pic.twitter.com/KQ5I6cyh2t — Alyssa Ashton (@AlyssaJAshton) October 1, 2016

A monument to overcoming adversity is the what the main-stage ceremony is all about.

Royals unveil sculpture by artist Steve Milroy at Cridge Centre #yyj #royalvisitcanada pic.twitter.com/VcfekUH3Tg — Amy Smart (@amysmart1) October 1, 2016

Afterwards, it was the usual meet-and-greet. Lots of kids on hand today it seems.

Someone's got a crush on the Duke of Cambridge... #RoyalVisitCanada pic.twitter.com/XwBTCHTWce — Arnold Lim (@arnoldlimphoto) October 1, 2016

This lucky lady got to fist-bump Kate. #RoyalVisitCanada #yyj @timescolonist pic.twitter.com/ArsTQidEfq — Amy Smart (@amysmart1) October 1, 2016

Duke and Duchess now meeting with kids at Cridge Centre #ctvroyals #RoyalVisitCanada pic.twitter.com/p1yn32xs9E — CTV Bhinder Sajan (@BhinderSajan) October 1, 2016

Mini @Canucks jerseys for George and Charlotte. Royals working there way through Cridge. #RoyalVisitCanada pic.twitter.com/YHF3xFFr3l — Richard Zussman (@richardzussman) October 1, 2016

TRH now leaving the Cridge Centre, Canuck jerseys in hand... @GlobalBC #RoyalVisitCanada pic.twitter.com/OYUObtURj8 — Nadia Stewart (@nadia_stewart) October 1, 2016

Will and Kate at #victoria 's cridge centre for last day of #RoyalVisitCanada vía @Cotilleando pic.twitter.com/a6Vk6wkRFB — Victoria Elizabeth (@VickyElizabet13) October 1, 2016

Later, couple will head to Victoria harbour for a cruise on a tall ship.

What the UK papers are saying

— The Mirror took a look at the Coast High Country Inn in Whitehorse , which hosted the royals during their Yukon visit.

William and Kate only spent a few hours in their £153 room in the Coast High Country Inn on their visit to the former gold rush town of Whitehorse in the Yukon in northern Canada earlier this week.

But no expense was spared by the hotel owners.

They ripped out the carpets and replaced them, put in new windows, redid the bathroom, installed new furniture, had a new bed made with linens, and repainted the walls in a “calming” grey colour.

Hotel staff had little interaction with Will and Kate, The Mirror reports, but did serve food — though apparently a pizza may have been ordered as well! As for the renovated rooms, it may be kept as a “premium room.”

— The Daily Mail noted the Royal couple sported scarves trimmed with  sea otter fur.  

Local resident Denise Ross told Mail Online that the fur was sea otter, which was worn only by matriarchs, Chiefs and their wives or persons of great standing in the community.

She said the fur would most likely have been brought in from Alaska or Bella Bella, with whom the Haida people had a trading agreement: ‘A long time ago there were many sea otters here but they were hunted and traded to extinction. 

‘But they are very plentiful in other areas of the country and most likely the fur would have been brought in from Alaska or Bella Bella, as we having a long-standing trading agreement with the Heiltsuk people,’ she said.

— The Daily Express took note of Will and Kate’s paddling work, and of the No LNG protesters, during their Haida Gwaii visit yesterday.

The royal couple flew by helicopter onto Graham Island after travelling up from their base in Victoria on a military plane.

When they arrived at the jetty, they were greeted by three community leaders: canoe pacer Elder Guujaw, former president of the Haida Nation; Ms Lyndale George, a member of the Skidegate Band Council; and Ernie Gladstone, superintendent of the Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve.

Elder Guujaw, sitting in the middle of the boat, sang traditional canoe songs  to help keep the royal couple and their fellow rowers in time with the drummer as they paddled around the coast.

Government’s official gift announced

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced Canada’s official gift to mark Prince William and Kate Middleton’s royal tour —  a donation of $100,000, which will be divided equally between two worthy initiatives.

The first $50,000 contribution will go to Prince’s Charities Canada , and will be used to promote education in Canada’s indigenous communities and help more young people reach their full potential. It will also be used to help preserve indigenous languages in Canada.

The second contribution of $50,000 will be given to the Immigrant Services Society of British Columbia to help assist newcomers with housing, employment, and language skills.

“In keeping with tradition, I am honoured to mark the visit by The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge with a gift that will help both Indigenous youth as well as newcomers to Canada realize their dreams,” Trudeau said in a news release. “Canadians have a real affection for the Royal family which was once again very much on display during this tour.” 

Quick Facts

– This is the second official Canadian tour for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. Their first Royal Tour was in 2011.

– The work of Prince’s Charities Canada focuses on The Prince of Wales’s main interests which include helping disadvantaged youth, education, responsible business, environmental sustainability and support for the Canadian Armed Forces, among others. 

– PCC works with existing Canadian charities and provides opportunities for charitable organizations in Canada and the U.K. to work together.

– The Immigrant Services Society of British Columbia has been providing support services for immigrants and refugees since 1972.

– It provides targeted programs for refugees, women, children and youth and is the largest agency of its kind in Western Canada.

Here are details of the royal tour by the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, the final day of their eight-day visit to B.C. and Yukon:

– The couple will be in Victoria at the Cridge Centre for the Family, where they will meet residents who receive shelter at the facility, and unveil a monument dedicated to people who have overcome adversity.

– The duke and duchess will be at the Breakwater Cafe and Bistro to meet with members of the Kelty Mental Health Resources Centre and watch an online demonstration of resources to access services.

– The royals arrive at the Inner Harbour and sail on the tall ship Pacific Grace with members of the Sail and Life Training Society. They will tour the deck and meet youth involved in the program and try steering the ship.

– An official ceremony will be held at the harbour seaplane terminal to mark the royals departure from Canada before they leave for the Victoria Airport Water Aerodrome aboard a seaplane.

The Canadian Press

The Duke and Duchess will be greeted by a path of teddy bears on bikes when they attend the Cridge Centre for the Family #RoyalVisitCanada pic.twitter.com/kDRVBJzxro — Hannah Furness (@Hannah_Furness) October 1, 2016

FRIDAY, SEPT. 30

Cultural dances and a tour of the traditional village, including the canoe carving shed and a look at the totems of Haida Chief Guujaw, are on the menu for the royals this afternoon.

Prince William and Kate are also off to fish aboard the Highland Ranger before heading back to Victoria for the evening.

Thank you @HaidaHeritage for your hospitality - what a welcome to Haida Gwaii! #RoyalVisitCanada 🇨🇦 pic.twitter.com/1fRQ7bGRO6 — Kensington Palace (@KensingtonRoyal) September 30, 2016

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge tour the site of the old village at Haida Gwaii pic.twitter.com/c8hIqc6g5x — Denise Ryan (@deniseoryan) September 30, 2016

Claire Swain, below, is wearing an orange shirt as part of a commemorative day recognizing the hardships of aboriginals who endured the residential school experience . There are several kinds of political overtones for the royals during today’s visit with the Haida.

This is Claire Swain. In 1939 her great great great great grandfather met king george. Now it's her turn pic.twitter.com/MC3HccWbIt — Aaron McArthur (@Aaron_GlobalBC) September 30, 2016

The royals have landed on Haida Gwaii after paddling with warriors into Skidegate. Note that the group of paddlers is wearing NO LNG T-shirts as part of the Haidas’ silent protest.

ever-the-gent william helps kate up on to the pontoon👫 #RoyalVisitCanada pic.twitter.com/vaD4VvyFUM — omid mio scobie (@_mio) September 30, 2016

Here are #willandkate arriving in a Haida war canoe on Skidegate, with a welcoming song and drums. pic.twitter.com/OdMMhAdih4 — justine_hunter (@justine_hunter) September 30, 2016

What the British press are saying

•   The Telegraph  on the menu:  “Once safely on dry land, they were due to enjoy a lunch cooked by chef Edi Sazt, who had whipped up smoked sable fish with chanterelle mushrooms and sea asparagus. The chef said he had added a surprise twist to remind them of home: mushy peas.”

• Speaking of fashion, The Mirror was pretty impressed with itself for guessing what Kate would wear during her hike around Haida Gwaii. (You can probably place wagers on this type of thing at William Hill.) “The Mirror’s Amber Graafland correctly predicted Kate’s camping outfit. She said Kate should pack a Smythe ‘Duchess’ blazer — but predicted she would pick a different colour — which she has.”

Daily Express : Quoted Prince William’s brief speech in full, including a segment in the Haida language:

“Women of High Esteem, Chiefs, Friends, ANA t’alang isis ska-wada-gee id ga dalang kil laa, haaw. (Thank you very much for having us here). Thank you very much for welcoming us into your longhouse and for sharing your traditions with us. The historic link between the Crown and the First Nations people is strong, and something that I hold dear to my heart. And so it is an honour for me to be here with you, to see that your traditions remain strong. We are very much looking forward to spending today with you. Thank you.

“When the couple went fishing, Kate donned a £195 ruby red cable knit sweater by Really Wild Clothing and a life jacket.”

Always with the fashion …

Hosts welcoming, but not shying away from issues

As Haida drummers gathered and sang a welcome song in preparation for the arrival by canoe of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge in Skidegate Haida Gwaii, Haida Nation president Peter Lantin said to also expect silent protests against the approval of the LNG pipeline.

“We are known as good hosts,” said Lantin, “and the fact that the duke and duchess have identified our nation as something they want to learn more about, we take that very seriously and we are honoured to host them today.”

The timing of the announcement of the LNG pipeline approval was “suspect,” said Lantin, and had a huge impact on the Haida as they prepared for the royal visit.

“Our people obviously have a very strong opposition to LNG and we were put in a position of asking, What do we do now with the royals coming? We are not going to duck the issue. We are strongly against the LNG but we are going to be good hosts, but if people ask those hard questions, we are going to ask to answer them directly.”

Lantin said that as the world’s eyes are on Haida Gwaii today, to think back to the protests of 1985 when dozens of elders, men, women and children blockaded the roads to fight clearcut logging. “We stopped clearcut logging, we stopped Enbridge, and we are going to push back against LNG. We are going to take a stand.”

— Denise Ryan

Off to Haida Gwaii Friday

As the royal tour winds down, it’s off to remote Haida Gwaii for William and Kate. Royal watchers got a massive dose of George and Charlotte yesterday, but the much-adored duo will stay close to “home” in Victoria while mom and dad take in First Nations art and go on a coastal fishing trip.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s last full day in Canada will begin with a canoe tour of the West Coast archipelago, about 100 kilometres off the B.C. coast.

Haida Gwaii were called the Queen Charlotte Islands until 2009, when the province and the Haida Nation reached a historic reconciliation and the island chain was restored to its original name.

Prince William and Kate will get a crash course in the First Nation’s cultural heritage, with Haida warrior paddlers and drummers accompanying them on the journey. They’ll visit the Haida Heritage Centre and Museum to learn about carving totems and watch traditional song and dance.

The cultural visit will be followed by a tour of the region’s new hospital and health care centre , located at the Village of Queen Charlotte. The new facility ensures long-term care and maternity patients can stay within the remote community while receiving health services that previously were only offered in larger cities.

William and Kate will cap off their tour of the coastal islands with a fishing trip. The area is renowned for offering some of the best salmon and halibut fishing in the world.

— with a CP file

• While yesterday was all fun and games with the children, Maclean’s magazine has a piece today about the serious overtones with this royal visit .

THURSDAY, SEPT. 29 

So, the british press really loves the royal toddlers ….

It’s not that the British press has been ignoring the royal visit, if you’ve followed this blog you know some royal correspondents have been following William and Kate every step of the tour, but the royal media horde was ALL OVER Thursday’s tea party featuring Prince George and Princess Charlotte.

Prince George & Princess Charlotte make the front pages of 6 morning newspapers. #RoyalVisitCanada #PrinceGeorge pic.twitter.com/f6iph4hPQd — Royal Art Museum (@RoyalArtMuseum) September 29, 2016

The royal toddlers are on the front page of just about every newspaper that matters in England.

The tea party was Charlotte’s first official public engagement. After 16 months on this planet, the little princess is finally getting to work.

The British press was there to document the day: 

• The Daily Mail : At one point Kate could be seen scooping Charlotte into her arms and dancing as a guitarist played La Bamba with a giant children’s character. Charlotte had a toy musical instrument in her hand and played along happily until she dropped it as she stuffed her fingers into her mouth, clearly teething. George meanwhile turned his attentions to a black and white rabbit, stroking it as his father held him in his arms. Charlotte also appeared to enjoy the animals, hugging the same rabbit, stroking a goat and even bouncing up and down on Moose, a retriever-poodle cross who normally helps comfort adults going through cancer treatment. 
• Daily Express :  William and Kate were paralysed with laughter when Charlotte tried to lift up the whole balloon archway to the petting zoo. She was stopped from causing further mayhem. “George, do you want to come and see the ponies?” Kate asked. He ran off at first but was soon coaxed into the petting zoo and sat on a pony.
• Telegraph : So excited was the little Princess that they inspired what appeared to be her first words in public, exclaiming “pop” before summoning her father with a lively “Dada!” Prince George, not to be left out of the fun, showed off how much he has grown since he last played with other children in public, telling a balloon maker all about his knowledge of lava as he made him a volcano … If they had been missing their own dog Lupo, the Princess more than made up for it after taking a shine to Moose, a six-year-old golden retriever poodle cross used for cancer therapy. Stroking him with the encouragement of her mother, the Princess sat firmly on his back to bounce up and down on the patient dog.

Tea (and cuteness) is served

Prince George and Princess Charlotte have made their second public appearance of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s tour of British Columbia, taking part in a children’s party Thursday at Government House in Victoria.

Charlotte immediately bee-lined for some colourful balloons before heading to the petting zoo for some time with the goats, sheep, rabbits and miniature horses.

She also spent some time with Moose, a large poodle and golden retriever cross breed that is a cancer therapy dog when he isn’t entertaining royals.

Prince George sat on his father’s knee before warming up to the party at a bubble-blowing station.

George used a squirt gun while Prince William picked up a wand to make huge bubbles.

The party with the royals is being held for the children and families of military service members who have loved ones on military deployment.

Twenty-four families were invited to the party at Government House, the official residence of B.C.’s lieutenant-governor.

Submariner Andrew Matheson, who serves on HMCS Victoria, said his daughters, Lily and Isabelle, and his wife Kristy met the royal couple and their children.

“It was surreal at first, absolutely,” he said. “They are both very personable people. At the heart they are parents.”

Children’s entertainer Paul Kilshaw said Prince George asked him to make balloons into a spider and a volcano.

“He started talking about volcanoes and then about lava,” said Kilshaw, who made a teddy bear for Charlotte.

William blew the air out of the balloon into the laughing prince’s face.

Kilshaw said meeting the royals “was over the top.”

“I was so honoured and so thrilled.”

Prince George and Princess Charlotte attend children's party for military families during their parents' Canada tour https://t.co/mayKKziI6O — Sky News (@SkyNews) September 29, 2016

Kate’s coat choice spurs flood of orders for Canadian label

Toronto fashion label Sentaler is experiencing the so-called “Kate effect” after the Duchess of Cambridge wore one of its coats in Yukon on Wednesday. 

Barely 24 hours after the Duchess of Cambridge appeared in a coat by Toronto-based fashion designer Bojana Sentaler, the grey alpaca garment and many others from the Sentaler brand sold out online, with orders coming in from around the world.

“It was incredible,” said the 31-year-old Sentaler, whose eponymous brand features luxury outerwear. “The Kate effect, for my brand, was an instant brand awareness around the entire world.”

Seeing Kate in her coat was a surprise, but Sentaler had been quietly hoping the royal might showcase one of her designs. Her brand had been contacted by someone she later believed was the stylist for the duchess, although there was never any official indication one of her coats was being purchased for Kate.

“We got an email asking ’do you ship to the U.K.’ so we thought it was a customer and we said yes, of course … there was nothing that gave away that it was for Kate or anyone in the Buckingham Palace,” Sentaler explained. “It was only after we kind of put two and two together, we looked up her name on the Internet and realized it was Kate Middleton’s stylist.”

Full story HERE

Breaking: Royals love balloons

Charlotte immediately captivated by the balloons. She ran straight for them as Kate out her down. So cute! #RoyalVisitCanada pic.twitter.com/EyCadsY7Ov — Emily Andrews (@byEmilyAndrews) September 29, 2016

George running off #RoyalVisitCanada pic.twitter.com/c1jZTAcIme — Victoria Murphy (@QueenVicMirror) September 29, 2016

Look at the CUTE!!! #PrinceGeorge #PrincessCharlotte #RoyalVisitCanada #RoyalTourCanada pic.twitter.com/annguLpX0d — Emily Nash (@emynash) September 29, 2016

Charlotte clearly loves a balloon! #PrincessCharlotte #RoyalVisitCanada #RoyalTourCanada pic.twitter.com/YfKlEyIjXP — Emily Nash (@emynash) September 29, 2016

WATCH: George and Charlotte in full swing at the party! George has also got on a pony! pic.twitter.com/FsqwKIdzii — Emily Nash (@emynash) September 29, 2016

Prince George & Princess Charlotte arrive for party with military families at Government House #RoyalVisitCanada RT @RoyaNikkhah pic.twitter.com/fccqywxdfn — Kelly Mathews (@allthingsregal) September 29, 2016

What the British media are saying:

The Mirror is excited about today’s Government House tea party, not just because Brits are wild about tea, but rather because the reception will be Princess Charlotte’s first official engagement:

• The royal siblings will join the children of Canadian military families for a party in the grounds of British Columbia’s Government House where they are staying for their week-long tour of Canada .  George, three, and Charlotte , 16-months, have not been seen since the family touched down in Victoria airport on Saturday to start their first tour as a family. Then they stole the show with George snubbing the Canadian Prime Minister’s offer of a high five and Charlotte giving a little wave to the crowds.

Richard Palmer of the Daily Express has a sweet story about Prince William and Kate doling out royal hugs in Carcross:

• Gwen Wally, 48, from the Carcross Tagish First Nation shouted out to Prince William, interrupting as he and Kate were chatting to her son, Shane Wally. “I love you. I loved your mum. I’ve been watching you since you were little,” she shouted. “Is that your mother?” William asked, laughing.  “That is my mother,” Shane, 26, said slightly awkwardly … William and Kate walked across to a group of parents and grandparents… including Mrs. Wally.  They hugged her and another member of the Carcross First Nation band, Susan James.

In the Daily Mail , royal correspondent Rebecca English reports that Prince William felt compelled to hop aboard the Carcross steam train after being told his grandmother had travelled on the same train in 1959.

• The royals made the spur-of-the-moment decision after being told the Queen and Prince Philip had travelled on the train when they visited the region in 1959. But while the Cambridges’ appeared to revel in the adventure, it left their aides momentarily panic-stricken … On route, William spotted the train, puffing up clouds of smoke, and was told how his grandparents had travelled in the last carriage on their royal tour nearly 60 years ago. The over-excited prince couldn’t resist taking a peek and encouraged his wife to cross a wooden bridge over scenic Lake Bennett for a closer look.

The Duke and Duchess climb aboard the White Pass steam train in Carcross, Yukon #RoyalVisitCanada 📸 PA pic.twitter.com/rZrxhcUgca — Kensington Palace (@KensingtonRoyal) September 29, 2016

Meanwhile, Hello! has done a good job keeping track of all the gifts the royal couple have received from well-wishers on this trip.

• They’ve been given a lot of stuffed animals, volleyball jerseys at UBC Okanagan, blankets, dancing vests, hats, dolls and a drum in Bella Bella.  But the most unusual gifts so far were two tiny life jackets for George and Charlotte from the Kitsilano Coast Guard Station.

Custom Chucks for the royal family

Will, Kate and the kids will be leaving Canada with some snazzy sneakers.

The city of Victoria, the family’s host city this week, is gifting the duke and duchess with some custom Converse Chuck Taylor sneakers.

Reporter Amy Smart  in the Victoria Times Colonist says the sneakers were prepared by Baggins Shoes, the only custom Converse producer in Canada, on Johnson Street.

Will and Kate’s shoes, prepared by graphic designer Tessa Hinz, feature images of whales, the legislature buildings and Inner Harbour. “Victoria, BC” is written across the tongues. 

If you were wondering about shoe size — Prince William is a size 14, while Kate wears size 8.

More of the story HERE .

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 28

Back to b.c..

The royal couple, Prince William and Kate Middleton, are on a plane bound for Victoria after charming the Yukonians (Yukonites?) for the better part of two days.

I have to say, of all the stops so far, the Yukon visit seemed like the most fun. 

The duke and duchess really seemed to enjoy the First Nations  dancers.

They rode on a steam train!

I was on the other side as you can tell but it was Prince William who blew the whistle twice on Engine 73. #RoyalVisitCanada #Carcross pic.twitter.com/2cYRFHNnmM — Tim Kucharuk (@TimKucharuk) September 28, 2016

They watched an old guy Tweet using a telegraph.

You can hear the #morsecode ! pic.twitter.com/m3swb1TfLN — Telegraph to Tweet (@telegraph_tweet) September 28, 2016

They painted a totem.

And they met some great people.

My favourite moment on the #RoyalVisitCanada so far. A rare royal hug for a loyal royal fan. pic.twitter.com/vl6TrcMZNR — Katie (@katiesroyallove) September 28, 2016

In Yukon, even smartphones have to keep warm — or something

Royal toddlers went to petting zoo, but it’s a secret.

It sounds as though Prince George, 3, and Princess Charlotte, 1, enjoyed a royal excursion to Victoria’s Beacon Hill Park petting zoo yesterday — but we aren’t supposed to know about that.

In a since deleted Tweet, Beacon Hill Farm said the royal kids paid visit to the farm Tuesday and “had a great time petting the goats.” Tourism Victoria reportedly deleted a similar Tweet.

Rob Shaw, our intrepid legislative reporter, tried to get some answers from the petting zoo.

No comment from Beacon Hill Petting Zoo on visit from royal kids. “We are not answering any questions, please respect that.” Right... — Rob Shaw (@robshaw_vansun) September 28, 2016

Someone is trying to pull the wool over our eyes here.

I feel bad for poor volunteer answering the phone at the Beacon Hill Petting Zoo. Told to offer no comment. Like that will stop the calls... — Rob Shaw (@robshaw_vansun) September 28, 2016

Tourism Victoria says the BC Government asked it to remove a tweet about Princess Charlotte and Prince George visiting #yyj petting zoo — Rob Shaw (@robshaw_vansun) September 28, 2016

George and Charlotte have been staying at Government House in Victoria, while their parents have been on tour. Prince William and Kate return to Victoria tonight and have a light schedule tomorrow, with just a children’s tea party listed on the official itinerary.

A little about Carcross

Carcoss, the tiny Yukon community of about 300 people hosting Prince William and Kate Middleton today, is located 73 kilometres south of Whitehorse.

The original name of the town was Caribou Crossing, which referred to the twice yearly migration of large herds of caribou across the easily forded Nares Lake shallows east of the townsite.

The village sprung up in late 1890s during the Klondike gold rush. Carcross is served by the Matthew Watson General Store and the Caribou Hotel, both built in 1898 and both still in operation today.

Carcross relies heavily on tourism to drive its economy.

And now to test you on what you just read …

Photos from Carcross, Yukon

Whitehorse greets duke and duchess of cambridge with tweets and language lesson.

Ninety-year-old Doug Bell has been tapping out coded messages for most of his life, but today he sent a royal tweet to the Internet using Second World War technology.

The legendary Yukon wireless telegraph operator demonstrated his old-school skills for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge at the MacBride Museum in the Yukon capital.

After about 30 seconds of furious tapping and clicking noises, Bell asked the Royal couple to press a button and seconds later his message welcoming them to Yukon was sent out by Twitter to the Internet.

The Duke and Duchess hit send on the @MacBrideMuseum telegraph office's first ever #telegraphtotweet #RoyalVisitCanada pic.twitter.com/CYWzsqhfu2 — Kensington Palace (@KensingtonRoyal) September 28, 2016

THE DUKE AND DUCHESS OF CAMBRIDGE, SEPTEMBER 2016, WHITEHORSE YUKON — Telegraph to Tweet (@telegraph_tweet) September 28, 2016

The royals also gathered with giggling children at the museum for a First Nations language lesson.

The sun was out for the royal visit, but it was only a chilly 2 Celsius.

Kate is wearing a red, knee-length coat and William wore a blue blazer with a sweater.

The entire downtown area of Whitehorse was shut down for the Royal visit and thousands of cheering people lined the streets to greet the couple.

Will and Kate pose for most Canadian photo ever

Log cabin? Check

Mountie in red serge? Check

All it needs is the Littlest Hobo to run by with a Tim Hortons donut in his mouth.

“I only have eyes for yo … wait, who is that?!”

Folks are having fun on social media with this shot of Kate Middleton meeting Prime Minister McDreamy for the first time.

Here is a selection of the comments under the post:

“Hahaha….not too royal eh! Look at her….just oogling Justin Trudeau! William does not look pleased.”

“Giving him the Royal flirty eyes and thinking wellllll Bonjour!”

“She’s definitely hot on our prime minister!!! Lol”

It’s a cute thought, but I don’t think the future king of England has anything to worry about.

• William also tried a Laird of Fintry single malt whisky , which William pronounced “delicious.” He said: “You can tell the Scottish element – there’s a pettiness to it.” Kate turned down the whisky, but tried their cassis – a blackcurrant liqueur – instead, which she said was “like sloe gin.”

(I think the Prince actually meant/said peatiness – referring to Scottish peat, which flavours so many good Scotches – Scott )

The Mirror reports that Prince William was in a dancin’ mood in Whitehorse (was it because of the whisky?):

• Prince William boasted he is a good dancer tonight and said he wanted to join in with a street dance performance. Carly Fredrickson, 22, from Whitehorse was among young people performing a street dance for the couple at a cultural centre in Whitehorse, the capital of Canada’s Yukon Territory. She said: “They were really impressed and they made jokes about how he’s a really good dancer and he wanted to get up and dance with us. “He said he has some moves and she agreed. “He said he did want to get up and dance while we were performing.”

The Independent has a feature on how Canadians are paying for this trip with a blank cheque, despite the fact nearly half of us no longer support the monarchy:

• The Canadian Taxpayer Federation’s director Aaron Wudrick says tour costs are part of what Canadians “sign up for”, as long as they support the monarchy. That would also be a fairer statement if the Canadian population were actually consulted beforehand. An Ipsos Mori poll revealed that a 45 per cent of Canadians believe they should sever ties with the British monarchy. Wudrick also says that transparency to taxpayers on the royal tour’s cost is key. Again, ironic, considering that the final costs are only made public once the Royal Tour is over. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police doesn’t release any information about how much it will cost to keep the royal family alive while in Canada, apparently for ‘security reasons’.

The Daily Mail , which has been keeping close tabs on Kate’s Canadian wardrobe, loved the green Hobbs coat she wore Tuesday in Whitehorse:

• It’s from Hobbs and we love the smart double breasted style and classic trench coat details. When layered over her Dolce & Gabbana dress and teamed with a leather belt, Monica Vinader earrings and her go-to nude clutch and heels combo by L.K. Bennett, it’s yet another very polished look. Unfortunately Kate’s coat is from a previous season so has now sold out, but you can get your hands on a similar new style from Hobbs by clicking the link .

Northern exposure

Prince William and Kate will spend the fifth day of their Canadian tour taking in the wild beauty of Yukon.

The royal couple are set to visit the MacBride Museum of Yukon History in Whitehorse today, when they’ll meet kids who are involved with an indigenous language program and take part in a storytelling activity.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will also view a healing totem, meet a young carver and check out a youth art festival.

Later in the day, the royals will head to Carcross, a picturesque community of about 300 people, located south of Whitehorse on the Klondike Highway.

First Nations elders will welcome the pair, who will then spend some time touring the area before travelling to Montana Mountain to attend a mountain bike festival.

Today will be William and Kate’s final day in the northern territory, and they will return to Victoria following their visit to Carcross.

The royals arrived in Whitehorse on Tuesday evening, where they inspected a group of Canadian Rangers and Junior Rangers. William and his brother, Prince Harry, were made honorary members of the reserve unit in 2009.

Earlier in the day, the duke and duchess spent time in Kelowna, B.C., where they unveiled a plaque marking the 10th anniversary of the University of British Columbia’s Okanagan campus and watched the women’s volleyball team play.

The couple also visited a winery and took in cooking demonstrations by some of the province’s celebrity chefs.

Canadian Press

More Royal Coverage:

The royal blog – day 1: william and kate arrive in victoria, the royal blog – day 2: will and kate charm vancouver.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 27

Photos from Whitehorse

Yukon welcomes will and kate.

During a ceremonial welcome, the royal couple were greeted by Canadian Rangers , a sub-component of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Reserve and the military’s eyes and ears in the north.

Prince William was named the organization’s Colonel in Chief, while Kate took the same title for the Junior Rangers.

Waiting in Whitehorse

The royal welcome mat — at least the royal staircase — has been laid out as Whitehorse awaits the arrival of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.

All we are waiting for is a plane... #Whitehorse #RoyalVisitCanada pic.twitter.com/tKw3vUcuZN — Rebecca English (@RE_DailyMail) September 28, 2016

If you were wondering, Whitehorse is a chilly 6 degrees with some drizzle right now, which means a costume change will probably be in order for the royal couple.

And I think, given the difference in temperature between Kelowna and Whitehorse, we can expect a change of outfit #RoyalVisitCanada — Rebecca English (@RE_DailyMail) September 28, 2016

Rebecca English , the reporter behind the above Tweets, wrote a doozy of an account of William and Kate’s feast in Kelowna in the Daily Mail.

Of course, we British Columbians all know what geoducks look like — and now, thanks to English, so do Daily Mail readers :

They tucked into the unmistakably phallic ‘geoduck’ at a food and wine festival in British Columbia. The geoduck is a giant clam with a long neck which the uninitiated often find somewhat off-putting – for rather obvious reasons. As the couple toured a food and wine festival in the idyllic setting of a hilltop winery in the Okanagan valley, they initially appeared as if there was no chance of any geoduck passing their lips. ‘Presentationally they are quite challenging,’ said William.

A look at where the royals are going Wednesday

• The royal couple visit the MacBride Museum of Yukon History in Whitehorse, where they’ll meet kids who are involved with an indigenous language program and take part in a storytelling activity.
• They will also view a healing totem, meet a young carver and check out a youth art festival.
• Prince William and Kate’s second stop in Yukon takes them to Carcross, where First Nations elders will welcome them.
• They are also going to spend some time touring the area before travelling to Montana Mountain to attend a mountain bike festival.

Royals urged by First Nations to push governments for reconciliation

From The Canadian Press:  First Nations leaders have urged the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge to encourage the British Columbia and federal governments to take their issues seriously, marking the second straight day of the royal tour that aboriginal leaders expressed frustration.

Chief John Kruger of the Penticton Indian Band spoke directly to Prince William and Kate during an event at the University of British Columbia’s Okanagan campus on Tuesday, urging them to advocate for reconciliation for Aboriginal Peoples.

“True reconciliation involves the honour of the Crown, the federal government, provincial government and the indigenous people of this land.”

Kruger was standing in for Grand Chief Stewart Phillip, president of the Union of B.C. Indian Chiefs, who has boycotted royal events. His members, which represents more than half of the 203 First Nations in the province, voted that he should not attend reconciliation events with the royals.

Grand Chief Ed John of the First Nation Summit filled in for Phillip at the Black Rod Ceremony in Victoria on Monday and used his time at the podium to make an even stronger plea.

John said the status quo hasn’t served indigenous peoples well as he noted the Truth and Reconciliation Commission has determined there was cultural genocide against his people.

“The current Crown approaches of deny and delay cannot continue. We cannot hope that our future means more litigation or protests on the land, as we see now.”

He said when Canada became a country it wrongly pursued laws to proselytize indigenous people to become Christians with the residential schools.

“The purpose of these schools was to kill the Indian in the child. The impacts, including indigenous language loss, have been deep, and now intergenerational.”

During the ceremony, Prince William added a ring of reconciliation to the Black Rod, which is used in the legislature when the Queen or her provincial representative is present. The ring is meant to represent the connection between the Crown, indigenous peoples and all British Columbians.

John said the reconciliation ring should guide future relationships between the Crown, governments and Aboriginal Peoples.

At Mission Hill Winery

Kate and William are having lunch at Mission Hill Winery in West Kelowna. 

Students from the  Okanagan Chefs Association’s Chefs in the Classroom helped with the luncheon. The program, modeled after other successful edible education classes across North America, “is unique in that it is an Okanagan inspired, hands-on curriculum with links to our Aboriginal community and practices.” 

The winery is hosting the The Taste of British Columbia Festival, where the royals will meet with some of province’s top chefs, including Iron Chef Rob Feenie, restaurateurs Vikram Vij and David Hawksworth, and California roll inventor Hidekazu Tojo, recently voted a goodwill ambassador for Japanese cuisine.

One item on the menu is the famed lamb popsicles from Vij.

The Duke and Duchess sample some signature dishes from British Columbian chefs at #TasteofBC #RoyalVisitCanada @KensingtonRoyal pic.twitter.com/35VZhVwWqM — British Royals (@WatchingWindsor) September 27, 2016

Royals thrill UBC Okanagan crowd

From The Canadian Press:

Hundreds of people were at the university for a glimpse of the duke and duchess.

Well-wishers waved small British Columbia flags and one woman carried a large sign reading, “We love you,” with a photo of William and Kate surrounded by red maple leaves.

Brittany Campbell, 26, with her nearly two-year-old son Rowen Campbell on her shoulders, showed up about 90 minutes before the duke and duchess arrived.

“We’ve been following her since she came into the limelight. She’s such a great role model for women,” Campbell said. “I’m very much a believer in fairy tales and she’s like a modern-day fairy tale come true. She’s really inspiring.”

Aidan Lea, blocker for @UBCOHeat can't stop smiling #PrinceWillism admired her height and style #RoyalVisitCanada pic.twitter.com/L5P3NnbR7g — Denise Ryan (@deniseoryan) September 27, 2016

Brittany Forte held her sleeping daughter, Ayla, who is 2 1/2 months old.

“As you can see, she can’t contain her excitement,” Forte joked.

“They’re these figurative people that you see on TV, you see them in pictures and now to see them in real life is really cool.”

Ray Folland and his 13-year-old daughter Sarah drove from nearby Lumby to see the royal couple. Both said they wanted to see the man who would one day be king.

“Hopefully in my lifetime he will be king and it would be nice to see him before that,” said Folland, 61.

Photos from UBC Okanagan

The #RoyalVisitCanada arrival at #UBC pic.twitter.com/dPETNuCc8z — Denise Ryan (@deniseoryan) September 27, 2016

Sporty duchess

Kate Middleton, who was an athlete in school, has been known to take part in sports-related activities during her royal tours. Royal watchers are wondering if the sporty duchess will spike or volley this afternoon with UBC Okanagan’s women’s volleyball team, who are putting on a demonstration for the royal couple.

Inter squad game @ ubconews The big question as we wait for #Kate : will she jump in and play #RoyalVisitCanada https://t.co/Ojf3rvvhJR — Denise Ryan (@deniseoryan) September 27, 2016

Can you play volleyball in a Dolce & Gabbana dress? We shall see.

I don't think the #DuchessofCambridge is going to be jumping into the game in 5-inch heels! #RoyalVisitCanada pic.twitter.com/M7dQmwWaMk — Denise Ryan (@deniseoryan) September 27, 2016

She won’t be playing unless she packed some Nikes in her clutch.

Royals arrive in Kelowna 

Arrival in Kelowna pic.twitter.com/RZ7j4icrAA — Richard Palmer (@RoyalReporter) September 27, 2016

And what is she wearing, you ask? Richard Palmer , the royal reporter for the Daily Express, says it’s a green Dolce & Gabbana dress.

Premier Christy Clark, who has been tagging along with the royals for much of the tour, has accompanied the pair to the Okanagan. Clark is the MLA for Westside-Kelowna.

Why does Christy Clark have to be in every picture? #RoyalVisitCanada pic.twitter.com/0e89QjpTzT — Denise Ryan (@deniseoryan) September 27, 2016

The pair are at the campus of the University of British Columbia Okanagan, where they are marking the conclusion of the UBC Okanagan’s 10-year anniversary  and the 100-year anniversary of the University of British Columbia.

Freshly minted

A new commemorative $20 silver coin features a full colour reproduction of Chris Jeff’s royal family portrait.

“The Government of Canada is thrilled that The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are on their second visit to Canada and we are especially delighted that Prince George and Princess Charlotte could join them,” said the Honourable Bill Morneau, Minister of Finance. “The pride of Canadians in this historic moment will be permanently reflected in the silver coin that the Royal Canadian Mint has finely crafted to mark this occasion.”

The 99.9 per cent silver coin retails for $109 and features four engraved maple leaves to represent each member of this royal family.

Meanwhile, Denise Ryan gets us set to pick up the royal tour in the Okanagan:

The eve of a royal visit is something like a wedding rehearsal. The site — UBC’s Okanagan campus, and Mission Hill Winery — is swept and vacuumed, staged and decorated. Risers are placed, barricades erected, aisles laid. The members of the wedding (an advance party of planners and security), has walked through and carefully choreographed the position of every pause, handshake and step the royal couple will take.  

At 4 a.m. the first diehard royal fans showed up here to line the barricades with flasks of hot drinks, with chairs and sleeping bags and hand-lettered signs. Some came from B.C., from Alberta, even Ontario. What everyone is hoping for is an unguarded, spontaneous moment — the kind of magical moment Prince William’s mother, Diana, was famous for.

But if the past few days are any indication, today’s visit will be so tightly arranged that it won’t really matter where you planted yourself, or whether you travelled from Alberta or Ontario. The royal moment, so built up by anticipation, might feel magical, but it was planned and constructed long ago.

What the British media are saying:

The Mirror says Kate had the whole Audrey Hepburn thing going on during last night’s royal reception at  Government House: 

•  After a day in the rain forest Kate Middleton seriously upped the glamour for an official reception in Victoria last night. The mum of two channelled old school 1950s glamour in a red sleeveless Preen by Thornton Bregazzi gown with an asymmetric neckline. (A similar version is also available in black .) Fitted at the waist and flaring out to create a fuller skirt, the dress was perfect for her slender frame … The look was very reminiscent of a 1950s Audrey Hepburn and Kate certainly made sure all eyes were on her in the ballroom of Government House last night.

The Daily Mail also praised Kate’s garb while mentioning the royals’ official duty of helping ‘heal wounds:’

• The Princess turned heads in a £1,000 Thornton Bregazzi dress with the royal family’s diamond maple leaf brooch, given to the late Queen Mother by her husband, King George VI, to mark the state visit to Canada in 1939 … She and William mingled with 200 guests in the ballroom of the grand house, the monarch’s official residence in the province of British Columbia. But before the reception they joined around 25 people, including First Nations representatives, in the drawing room for a ceremony designed to heal the wounds of conflict between indigenous people and the government.

 The Guardian , meanwhile, ran in a fiery opinion piece from Canadian playwright Jordan Tannahill on why it’s time for Canada to sever its ties with Britain and the monarchy:

• Though Queen Elizabeth’s position as Canada’s head of state is chiefly symbolic, symbols matter, they shape how we think of ourselves and the world, and this one perpetuates our national position as vassals of the British crown, the tyranny of heredity monarchies and the traumas of colonisation. It symbolises a system of conquest, class and dominance that we, as a nation, must once and for all disavow ourselves of. And though we have tried, this arrangement cannot – and never could – be reconciled with Quebec and the First Nations. It is antithetical to a 21st century nation predicated on plurality.

The Telegraph praised the royal couple for their diplomatic skills in Bella Bella. The author says their scenic stroll along the river was overshadowed by ‘putrid’ stench of rotting fish:

• The Royal couple were given a tour of a wooded glade in the Great Bear Rainforest, Canada, when they came across a fast-flowing river with banks covered in dead salmon. While those around them noticed the stench of decomposing fish, the Duke and Duchess did not bat an eyelid. The Duchess instead took control of the situation to politely admire the hundreds of seagulls gathered on the water beneath her to feast on the fish … One member of the party described the atmosphere of the walk as “putrid with the smell of rotting fish”, thanks to the carcasses of salmon which had returned to the waters to spawn.

MONDAY, SEPT. 26

Photos from royal ball at Government House

Political heavyweights gather in victoria for royal ball (rob shaw is outside and cold).

The British Columbian who’s who are gathering at Government House in Victoria right now for an exclusive reception for Prince William and Kate, Duchess of Cambridge.

And no exclusive royal ball would be complete without our legislature reporter Rob Shaw , who is there — outside, standing in the dark, across the street and watching the guests arrive. 

It is now fully dark. And cold. The premier is set to arrive soon. Perhaps she will honk as she drives in. I will try and take a picture. — Rob Shaw (@robshaw_vansun) September 27, 2016

surprisingly I am still the only media outlet covering this royal event. — Rob Shaw (@robshaw_vansun) September 27, 2016

His ticket must have been lost in the mail.

I would tweet more pictures of this royal event but it is dark and cold outside - especially so under the tree. — Rob Shaw (@robshaw_vansun) September 27, 2016

Kate and William, if you are reading this,  invite him in. He’s under a tree! At least send out a plate of hors d’oeuvres.

. @christyclarkbc arrives at royal reception. pic.twitter.com/vtEuBpqnD0 — Rob Shaw (@robshaw_vansun) September 27, 2016

From my limited vantage point in the shrubbery I now see deputy premier Rich Coleman enter the royal gates — Rob Shaw (@robshaw_vansun) September 27, 2016

Security just came to ask me what I'm doing alone on the sidewalk. Everyone is inside now. I described it in one word: journalism. — Rob Shaw (@robshaw_vansun) September 27, 2016

Wild animals are being let in. But not Rob.

Breaking: a deer is trying to enter the royal gates. Police let it in. It reunited with its baby inside. pic.twitter.com/bOgKA5JST9 — Rob Shaw (@robshaw_vansun) September 27, 2016

The sun has set. The royal ball begins in 15 minutes. It's slated to last one hour. I'm going to stay here in case they kick the deer out. — Rob Shaw (@robshaw_vansun) September 27, 2016

Follow Rob on Twitter . Encourage him to wait outside all night if he has to.

Update : Rob never did get in but he did receive thumbs up from his boss, editor-in-chief Harold Munro, who had a great time inside Government House with the royals.

I came out of the Royal reception in Victoria tonight to find @robshaw_vansun lurking in the shadows. Such dedication. — harold munro (@haroldmunro) September 27, 2016

Kate’s hand-me-down brooch has B.C. connection

A diamond maple leaf brooch worn by Kate Middleton on Saturday, a piece of jewellry that has been in the royal family for four decades, has special meaning to 77-year-old Langley jeweller Joe Histed.

As Brian Morton reports , the brooch — baguette-cut diamonds mounted in platinum — was made by his father, William Histed, for the wife of English businessman George Weston before the Second World War.

“It gives me a great feeling of satisfaction,” said Joe Histed, 77, a semi-retired jeweller at J.W. Histed Diamonds Ltd., in Vancouver. “It’s something my father made and it was passed down and down through royalty.”

The brooch was eventually passed from the Westons to the Queen Mother, who wore the brooch on her 1939 trip to Canada.  Queen Elizabeth, who also wore it when she visited Canada, has loaned the piece to the Duchess of Cambridge for her B.C. visit.

Asked about the brooch’s current value, Histed replied that “it’s worth millions because of who owns it.”

A look at where the royals are going Tuesday

Here are details for Tuesday of the royal tour by the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge:

• Prince William and Kate travel to Kelowna in British Columbia’s Okanagan region, where they will mark the conclusion of the 10-year anniversary of the University of British Columbia Okanagan and the 100-year anniversary of the University of British Columbia.
• The couple will view a large piece of indigenous art commissioned to honour the unique partnership between UBC Okanagan and the Okanagan Nation Alliance.
• William and Kate will meet students and UBC Okanagan Heat mascot “Scorch.” They will also watch a demonstration by the women’s volleyball team.
• The couple will attend the Taste of British Columbia Festival at a vineyard. The festival will highlight British Columbia’s agrifoods and seafood products through cooking demonstrations by some of the province’s celebrity chefs.
• The duke and duchess will arrive at Erik Nielsen Whitehorse International Airport on Tuesday evening.
• Prince William will inspect a guard composed of members of the Canadian Rangers and Junior Rangers.

Greeted by rain … and then this

And....blue skies for the departure! #royalvisitcanada pic.twitter.com/eUGKfUUamj — Tanya Beja (@TBejaGlobal) September 26, 2016

Heavy rains may have disrupted their visit, but at least William and Kate received some blue skies for the flight back to Victoria.

The weather prevented the pair from participating in scenic aerial and boat tours of the Great Bear Rainforest.

Reporter Bethany Lindsay  says the royal couple still managed to delight the community:

The duke and duchess’s visit marked an official royal endorsement of the rainforest under the Queen’s Commonwealth Canopy, which promotes conservation of indigenous forests.

“The commonwealth has at its heart always been about the values that bind as people,” William told a small audience during the dedication. “When we protect our rivers, oceans, atmospheres and like today, our forests, we are telling our children that their future prosperity cannot be disconnected from the health of the natural world.”

This year, the Heiltsuk joined other coastal First Nations and the provincial government in announcing an increase of the area, blocking off 85 per cent of the forest from industrial logging.

It’s nice to see the kids all happy and excited. They’ve been talking about it for weeks and having practices down at the breakwater

Earlier in the day, Heiltsuk drummers and singers greeted the royal couple, and elementary-school student Aryia Gladstone wore traditional Heiltsuk regalia to present the duchess with a cedar-bark bouquet. Local children performed dances, including one entitled the “ladies’ welcome,” which was composed in 1986 for Expo.

“We’ve been asked by many of our people to share with Prince William how much we cared for your mother, Princess Diana,” Chief Marilyn Slett told the duke to enthusiastic applause. “She was a great humanitarian, a world advocate … and she remains in our hearts.”

Jenna Starr is a teaching assistant at the Bella Bella community school, and she came down to the community hall to watch her students dance.

“It’s nice to see the kids all happy and excited. They’ve been talking about it for weeks and having practices down at the breakwater,” she said. “They did amazing. There’s a lot of kids that are very open with their culture.” 

Rousing cheers for the royals

From The Canadian Press: William and Kate were greeted by a rousing cheer when they arrived at the Wawiskas Community Hall, where they met community members and about two dozen hereditary chiefs who were part of the official welcoming party.

“We have sat here patiently awaiting your arrival your Royal Highnesses,” Hereditary Chief Jim White said as he shook hands with the royal couple. “You have graced us with your presence.”

White said he was holding a traditional talking staff that dates backs to the time of Queen Victoria’s reign. It was one of four such staff’s presented to the central coast aboriginals as a gift from the queen more than 100 years ago, he said.

B.C. Premier Christy Clark, who made the trip with William and Kate, announced Monday that a $1-million trust will be created to celebrate the royal visit and promote the unique landscape.

The fund will help raise awareness about the Great Bear Rainforest and support ongoing research, the provincial government said in a statement.

In marking the addition of the rainforest to the Queen’s Commonwealth Canopy, Prince William lauded efforts to protect the area as an example of what connects Commonwealth countries.

“This is a substantial dedication, which will highlight a more collaborative approach to sustainable forest conservation,” he said.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge walk through the Great Bear rainforest in Bella Bella, B.C., Monday, Sept 26, 2016.

If you were wondering what Kate was wearing in soggy Bella Bella, the Daily Mail has you covered:

•  Amid driving wind and rain, Kate stepped off the plane in a safari inspired jacket from Holland and Holland, Zara jeans and earrings by Canadian designer Pippa Small . It would appear that when it came to footwear, she fell back on a pair of trusted, hardy classics. Kate was sporting what looked to be the same pair of dark mid-length Penelope Chilvers boots that she wore when she first dated William.She was pictured in the £475 boots on a 2004 photoshoot and they made another appearance when the royal couple visited Bhutan in April.

The Mirror offered a more detailed review of Kate’s rain gear:

• It’s a very casual look to the daring Alexander McQueen dress Kate wore yesterday for her visit to Vancouver , but as we know from previous tours, she can pull off hiker chic well. The Duchess has a love for the British high street, so it’s no surprise to see that she’s packed a pair of Zara jeans for her visit, having worn khaki jeans from the brand for a safari around the Kaziranga National Park in India earlier this year. She ditched her usual bouncy blow-dry by pinning her hair off her face in a half updo, we’ve seen countless times before. We half hoped she’d rock up with a high ponytail, but there’s still plenty of days to go on this tour.

Coverage in the  Telegraph  mostly centred on the day’s formalities:

• They were greeted by community leaders as as Hemas, a hereditary chief, and Umaks, a woman of high rank or standing. The couple were shown one of the most precious items owned by the First Nation community, a Royal staff with a silver crown head bestowed by Queen Victoria to the present chief’s great-grandfather.  It was awarded to the Heiltsuk people as a sign of honour with, as folklore has it, a message saying: “This is a mark of respect. If your people need anything then you must ask my government.”

The Express noted that the royals took the stormy Bella Bella weather in stride:

• The weather was a nasty shock after the sunshine of Vancouver and Victoria but, as Prince William suggested, the clue was in the name. “It wouldn’t be the rainforest without the rain. It’s authentic. We’re exited to be here. Stunning views,” he said.Lining an open space in the community centre’s hall were around 12 hereditary priests in their colourful ceremonial costumes with long flowing headdresses made from animal pelts. The Duke and Duchess were greeted by each in turn before a welcoming dance was performed and musicians played drums. 

The Sun , meanwhile, is calling Kate the “Duchess of Bling” for wearing a pricey watch ($8,000 CAD) during Sunday’s Vancouver visit:

• A gift from William, the watch is one of the more expensive items that the Duchess wears – costing even more than her £4000 McQueen dress. The luxurious watch is a change of tack for the wife of William, with Kate often wearing the same outfits multiple times or re-wearing pieces. A relatively recent creation from Cartier, the curved design fits Kate’s slender, feminine look. Marketed to add “a dash of elegance” to the wrist of the wearer, the watch includes sword-shaped hands and a deep blue winding mechanism.

Eat like a (future) King

When  William and Kate sit down for dinner Tuesday at the Mission Hill Winery they will be gnawing on a favourite  

of Vancouver foodies — Vij’s lamb popsicles. 

Vikram Vij, the master chef behind Vij’s Restaurant and Rangoli Restaurant in Vancouver and My Shanti in Surrey, is travelling to Kelowna to serve Prince William and Kate his famous wine marinated lamb popsicles in fenugreek cream curry, along with coconut curried vegetables.

“It’s an honour to be asked by the Premier to participate in this Royal dinner in Kelowna,” Vij said in a release. “I was a huge fan of Princess Diana, so to be able to serve the next generation of Royals our lamb popsicles, and to show the couple how cultures and influences from around the world are being blended with wonderful B.C. ingredients, is something I am very proud to do.”

Vij shared this recipe with the Vancouver Sun a few years ago.  Have your servants make them for you.

MARINATED LAMB POPSICLES

• 1/2 cup sweet white wine
• 1/4 cup grainy yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 4 pounds French-cut racks of lamb, in chops

Curry sauce:

• 4 cups whipping cream
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon dried green fenugreek leaves
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 3 to 4 tablespoons canola oil
• 3 tablespoons finely chopped garlic
• 1 teaspoon turmeric

Lamb : Combine wine, mustard, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Add lamb and coat well with the marinade. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 to 4 hours.

Sauce : In a large bowl, combine cream, salt, paprika, cayenne, fenugreek leaves and lemon juice. Heat 3 to 4 tablespoons oil in a medium pot on medium heat and saute garlic until golden. Stir in turmeric and cook for 1 minute. Stir in the cream mixture and cook on low to medium heat for about 5 minutes, or until it is gently boiling.

Preheat a stove-top cast iron grill or barbecue to high heat. Place lamb on the grill and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side.

Serve popsicles piping hot off the grill. Depending on their size, place 4 to 5 lamb popsicles on each plate. Pour the cream curry over the meat or ladle it into a small bowl and use it as a dipping sauce for the popsicles.

Makes 6 servings.

Will and Kate arrive in Bella Bella

The royals’ flight, delayed by the wicked weather, has finally touched down in the Great Bear Rainforest.

No one looks too regal dashing through a rain storm.

Reporter Bethany Lindsay managed to stay dry long enough to file this from Bella Bella:

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge touched down in Bella Bella Monday morning under grey, wet skies.

William and Kate received a traditional greeting from members of the Heiltsuk Nation in the community hall before a day dedicated to B.C.’s wilderness and indigenous culture.

But the wild weather on B.C.’s central coast meant that many of the outdoor plans for the day, including an aerial tour of the Great Bear Rainforest and a visit to McLoughlin Bay by boat, had to be cancelled.

After Heiltsuk drummers and singers greeted the royal couple, young Aryia Gladstone wore traditional regalia to present the Duchess with a cedar bark bouquet.

William and Kate’s visit marked the royal endorsement of the Great Bear Rainforest under the Queen’s Commonwealth Canopy, which promotes conservation of indigenous forests.

Rain in the rain forest

Prince William and Kate Middleton headed north today up the British Columbia coast to Bella Bella, also known as Waglisla, a Heiltsuk First Nation community on Campbell Island, about 475 kilometres miles northwest of Vancouver. 

Their first bit of business in Bella Bella was to be an aerial tour of the Great Bear Rainforest, but unfortunately those plans have been scuttled by rain.

With @yeshe in Bella Bella. Beautiful day for a #RoyalVisitCanada pic.twitter.com/i9x3i5eKCF — Bethany Lindsay 林爱文 (@bethanylindsay) September 26, 2016

Rain in the rain forest, who’d have figured on that?

Bad weather here in Bella Bella means a shortened itinerary for #RoyalVisitCanada — Bethany Lindsay 林爱文 (@bethanylindsay) September 26, 2016

The miserable weather, featuring  gusting winds and sideways rain, has led to the cancellation of both the aerial tour and a boat tour of B.C.’s central coast.

Reporter Bethany Lindsay is in Bella Bella where apparently the wet weather hasn’t dampened spirits.

Heiltsuk singers and drummers getting ready to welcome Will and Kate to Bella Bella #RoyalVisitCanada pic.twitter.com/0xgrLKHtk1 — Bethany Lindsay 林爱文 (@bethanylindsay) September 26, 2016

The royal couple are in the area to experience indigenous culture in the small First Nation community of Bella Bella and will officially pronounce the Great Bear Rainforest part of the Queen’s Commonwealth Canopy. You can read more about that  HERE .

William and Kate will also participate in a traditional welcome ceremony, a cultural sharing ceremony at Wawiskas Community Hall, and community dedication at McLoughlin Bay before heading back to homebase in Victoria for a formal reception hosted by the Province of B.C.

Inside Bella Bella's community hall. Will and Kate are almost here. #RoyalVisitCanada pic.twitter.com/jQkzsKftVK — Bethany Lindsay 林爱文 (@bethanylindsay) September 26, 2016

First Nations Chiefs won’t participate in reconciliation event attended by royals

The Royal Tour ran into its first bit of controversy on Monday when Grand Chief Stewart Phillip, the leader of the Union of B.C. Indian Chiefs, announced he wouldn’t be taking part or supporting the Black Rod Ceremony scheduled to be held Monday involving Prince William and Kate.

From The Canadian Press :

Prince William is scheduled to add a final ring, symbolizing aboriginal reconciliation, to the Black Rod, a ceremonial staff used on formal occasions when the Queen or lieutenant-governor are present in the legislative assembly.

The current three rings on the staff represent the Crown, Canada and British Columbia, but the provincial government says there have been requests for a fourth ring to signify the link with indigenous peoples, since the staff was created in 2012 to mark the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee.

But Phillip said after an intense three-day debate at the group’s annual general meeting, the chiefs decided it wouldn’t be appropriate for him to participate in a reconciliation ceremony. The union represents more than half of the 203 First Nations in the province.

He said the federal government has made little progress improving the lives of First Nations, while the provincial government pushes ahead with projects opposed by aboriginal groups, such as liquefied natural gas developments and the Site C hydroelectric dam.

“I apologize for any inconvenience we may have caused with our decision. We do not mean any disrespect. It is a matter of principle,” Phillip said in a news release.

The provincial government couldn’t immediately be reached for comment.

Phillip said he can’t in good conscience attend when he remembers the deepening poverty in First Nation communities, the missing and murdered indigenous women and girls, and the ongoing negligence of indigenous child welfare policies.

Vancouver Sun columnist Stephen Hume wrote this on the history behind the royal snub .

With files from Rob Shaw, Denise Ryan, Cheryl Chan, Bethany Lindsay, and The Canadian Press.

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The 1939 Royal Tour: Visiting BC

The politics of the 1939 royal tour.

George VI understood that with war approaching the support of both Canada and the United States of America would be crucial.  It was with this in mind that the 1939 Royal Tour became one of the most carefully orchestrated Royal Tours in history. Even the cars used were custom-built to create maximum visual impact.  Note the emphasis on alliance with the joined flags in the officially approved memorabilia.  George VI was the first British King to tour Canada and the United States of America.

Visiting British Columbia 

Highlights of the 1939 Royal Tour in British Columbia included travel by Royal Train, an engine type ever after called the Royal Hudson.  On May 29th they left Banff, stopping briefly at Kamloops and then entered Vancouver, where large enthusiastic crowds greeted them.  The King and Queen boarded the Princess Margueritefor Victoria, where they opened the Legislature, lunched at the Empress and presented Colours to the Royal Canadian Navy in Beaconhill Park before returning across western Canada to New York State.

The Royal Tour

Vancouver, bc.

Editor’s note: Vancouver is seriously one of the most wonderful places in the world. My guide, which you can see here , covers some of the same places as this beautiful piece by Sam Spector, although he fills in some important gaps. This is one of the reasons I love having other voices on The Royal Tour. Two people can go to the same place and have such different experiences! For more of Sam’s writing, please click here to visit his index page .

How did I get into international travel? As a child, I remember dreaming about the world. At night, I would read atlases to fall asleep. For my birthday, I asked for a globe. When I went to the library, I would check out travel books and just read them, or an international cookbook to try the recipes. In my free time, my favorite game to play was Where in the World is Carmen San Diego? Every day and night, I would think about how one day I would get out of Seattle and see the world: the temples of Bangkok, the wildlife of Nairobi, the museums of Berlin. Much to my surprise, when I did start traveling internationally, I found that what was easily one of my favorite cities was not on the opposite side of the world, but rather less than 150 miles and only two and a half hours from my house.

Vancouver, British Colombia, Canada is a place of pilgrimage for Seattleite teenagers, as the drinking age in Vancouver is only 19. In high school we had a running bet to see if someone who had a free period next to lunch could make it to Canada and back without missing class (one of my friends almost did it). That is how close one of the best cities outside of the United States is to the US. In a lot of ways, Vancouver is like Seattle, being a fellow Pacific Northwest city; however, it is unique in its own right too. It is similar in size to Seattle, on the water with hills and nature, has a skyline with a building that has a top that looks like the Space Needle, has a famous market, and while Seattle sits with Mount Rainier in the background, Vancouver’s skyline has Mount Baker, another of Washington’s volcanic peaks, as a backdrop. However, Vancouver feels more in nature than Seattle; it is surrounded by dense forest. It also feels more international than Seattle, which is fairly international for American cities, with a vibrant Chinatown and a massive Indian community, largely based in the Punjabi Market district. A trip to Vancouver is not complete without a meal at an Indian restaurant (I recommend SULA, considered one of the best in the world) and a visit to the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden, the first authentic Chinese garden built outside of China and a place of peace and reflection.

One of the best things about Vancouver is its many distinctive neighborhoods, each of which is fun to explore. When I arrive in Vancouver, the first place that I always go is to Granville Island. Granville Island was initially an island in False Creek, an inlet from English Bay, until the 1950s when much of the creek was filled in. Granville Island feels as though it has its own hippie culture with fun shops selling items like eco friendly hammocks, as well as microbreweries and great restaurants. There is a marina where happy seals follow boats looking for snacks. However, Island is most famous for its public indoor market. There, you can buy seafood, produce, stop at restaurant stands, and find arts and crafts as well. On a nice day, take your food outside and enjoy a great view while street performers perform for your entertainment and Canadian dollars. One of the best parts of Granville Market is that it is truly for everyone in your family, with several dog eateries as well. However this is most emphasized with its children’s market, an entire building with a child’s sized door, a massive indoor multistory play area, and dozens of children’s toy stores. Outside of the children’s market is a water amusement park and park for kids and families to play. Not only is this part of the island fun for children, but it is also validating for children that they matter, too.

At night, Granville Island is a great place to explore, but also make sure you check out the Gastown neighborhood, with its famous steam clock, powered by a steam engine. Every fifteen minutes or so, the steam clock makes a loud noise and shoots steam into the air for onlookers to marvel at. The neighborhood is a fun one to walk through in the evening with a good selection of bars, restaurants, and souvenir shops.

While I love Granville Island, the crown jewel of Vancouver is Stanley Park on the Downtown Peninsula. Stanley Park is an essential part of the culture of Vancouver, where residents jog, have picnics, and go for walks. The park is larger than Central Park and is on the water where English Bay meets the Burrard Inlet. Along the 5 ½ mile walkway and seawall, you will get wonderful panoramas of the city, see planes take off and land from the seaplane airport, and watch massive ships cross under a bridge while coming in and out of the city’s port. The park’s land was inhabited for thousands of years by the First Nations People (the Canadian term for the indigenous people of Canada) and large totem poles tell their stories. The park is still home to many creatures, native and not; there are a lot of coyotes and also one of the largest urban populations of Great Blue Herons anywhere in North America. It is also where the Vancouver Aquarium is located. For a long time, this aquarium housed belugas and dolphins, but has phased those out, though it still has hundreds of other species. If spending a full day (or a couple days) at Stanley Park, make sure to visit the Lost Lagoon and Beaver Lake, two beautiful, peaceful freshwater lakes in the park, the latter of which is completely covered with water lilies. You can also explore this park via horse-drawn carriage or its miniature railway with an old timey train that goes through part of it.

The totem poles of Stanley Park are one of many representations of the First Nations in Vancouver. In order to appreciate your trip to Canada, it is imperative to understand the history and culture of the First Nations. A great place to do this is Vancouver’s Museum of Anthropology (MOA) at the University of British Columbia. This research and teaching museum has in its possession over 50,000 ethnographic objects and half a million archaeological artifacts, many of which are hundreds of years old. The MOA also holds many modern art exhibits telling the story of the First Nations People. You can spend hours walking through this museum and learning much about the indigenous people and their culture. While there, we visited exhibits that showed – through art – injustices against indigenous, Latinx, and black people in the United States, in particular at the hands of the criminal justice system. While I agreed with much of the narrative that was being displayed, it was quite uncomfortable as an American to be in another country and seeing an exhibit that was so critical towards my country; I still do not know if that discomfort is a negative thing or is ultimately a good thing.

Finally, for another place to see totem poles, it is worth going to northern Vancouver to one of the most prominent tourist attractions in Vancouver. The Capilano Suspension Bridge is one of those places that is like the Space Needle in Seattle; it is an overpriced tourist trap, but it is still absolutely one you must do. With a hefty of price of nearly $60 to enter, you will first be greeted by many totem poles inside of a thick forest. Docents give talks about the totem poles, explaining their history, meaning, and how they are made, as well as about bears and other topics. The Capilano Suspension Bridge is not for the faint of heart. This bridge was first built in 1889 by loggers with hemp rope and cedar planks. Today, it is far more reinforced for the 1.2 million annual visitors, but the bridge still sways back and forth under each step. While only a few feet wide, it is 460 feet in length and hangs 230 feet above the Capilano River below. On one side of the bridge are restaurants and creeks as well as walkways that go alongside a cliffside. On the other side of the bridge there are a series of other bridges on the tops of trees that allow visitors to walk from treetop to treetop above the ground below. On the same side of the river as the treetop bridges are birds of prey with rangers teaching about them. Crossing the bridge is a beautiful and adrenaline rushing experience that is scary (especially when I crossed the swaying bridge while holding my baby). When visiting the Capilano Suspension Bridge, it will be apparent why over a million people a year pay such an outrageous price for this experience.

While this article just covered Vancouver, it is important to remember that Vancouver is less than 2.5 hours away from Seattle, North Cascades National Park, the San Juan Islands, the Olympic Peninsula, and the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival in Washington, and within 1.5 hours of Victoria, Vancouver Island, the fjords of Harrison Hot Springs, and the ski resort town of Whistler in British Columbia. There is not only so much to do in this city, that I would say is easily one of the world’s best and most beautiful, but so much around it that you can easily couple into a longer trip. For any lover of nature, culture, and great cities, make sure that Vancouver is a place that you get to in the near future.

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15 Best Vancouver Sightseeing Tours & City Excursions

Taking the best Vancouver city tours is the best way to learn, understand, and live the city.

Getting immersive, entertaining city information on Vancouver excursions also saves time – and increases the value of each second spent in the city.

Let’s break down the top sightseeing tours in Vancouver to see if we can find the right one for you.

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The Lost Souls of Gastown Tour – Best Vancouver City Tour for History

Location:  Gastown | Length: 1.5 hours | Cost:  From $37.80 CAD

Gastown is the most historic neighbourhood in Vancouver, hands down.

Its cobblestone streets and narrow alleyways hint at a feisty frontier town, not a cosmopolitan city of millions. The first building there was actually a pub built by loggers who were paid in whiskey.

Loggers, whiskey, you see where I’m going with this – this is the top of our best walking tours of Vancouver .

Throw in the Great Vancouver Fire, some smallpox outbreaks, and tales of revenge and redemption , and we’ve got the makings of a delightfully macabre Vancouver walking tour .

I like this one for groups seeking city tours as it’s arguably the most social Vancouver tour , and it offers lots of hidden gems.

The Stanley Park Bike Tour – Top Stanley Park Tour

Location: Stanley Park | Length:  3 hours | Cost:  From $103.50 CAD

Stanley Park is one of the most fabulous urban parks in the world, and it stands out because it’s not the byproduct of any fancy landscaping. It’s exactly as nature left it – with about half a million trees .

The park has the Vancouver Aquarium , is home to breathtaking First Nations totem poles , and counts some amazing panoramic city views along the Stanley Park Seawall .

This is one of the best bike tours of Vancouver , and you’ll weave through old-growth forest trails ,  learn all about local flora and fauna, and learn the Coastal First Nations history of life before the settlers came.

Wanting to leave the bike aside? Check out our top Stanley Park tours for other methods.

Vancouver City Sightseeing Tour with Stanley Park & Granville Island – Top City Tour for Tourists

Meeting Point: Georgian Court Hotel | Length:  3.5 hours | Cost:  From $78.75 CAD

Here’s a tourist tour for people wanting to check off major sights with the least amount of hassle possible .

The epic food market and artisan stronghold at Granville Island is tough to get to, so sitting back and letting them take you to the action is the highlight of this trip.

The fact it also includes all the highlights of Stanley Park makes this a great one-two punch.

Along the way, you’ll get all the info from First Nations to contemporary culture through a knowledgeable guide – and they even take you to Gastown and Chinatown as well.

Talking Trees Tour – Best Vancouver Walking Tour

Location:  Stanley Park |  Length:  1.5 hours |  Cost:  From $75.00 CAD

This captivating interpretive walking tour in Stanley Park is an ideal way to learn about the history and culture of the First Nations peoples.

This is the real Vancouver local tour.

Accompanied by a knowledgeable cultural ambassador , the tour offers a unique firsthand perspective on how Aboriginal people have preserved and nurtured these lands, forests, and oceans for generations.

As you explore the natural beauty of Stanley Park, you’ll gain valuable insights into the rich heritage of the local First Nations , with the goal of deepening your understanding of their customs.

Vancouver Hop on Hop Off Bus Tour – Best City Tour for Cruisers

Location: Downtown | Length:  2.5 hours | Cost:  From $65.00 CAD

I always recommend Vancouver hop-on hop-off bus tours for anybody on day one of a Vancouver itinerary or for cruisers arriving at the Vancouver cruise terminal .

Since it includes all the major photo landmarks , it’ll look like you were here for weeks! 🙂

Once you’re picked up, you’ll be taken to prime downtown locations like Canada Place, Stanley Park, and Robson Street . It’ll also follow some of Vancouver’s best beaches along English Bay before dropping you off at Queen Elizabeth Park .

The tour in Vancouver finishes up in Chinatown and Gastown (with a stop at the Gastown Steam Clock).

Prince of Whales – Best Vancouver Day Tour on the Water

Location:  Granville Island | Length: 5 hours | Cost:  From $235.99 CAD

This is one of the top Vancouver nature tours, whether you’re grabbing their half-day tours or their full-on  day trips from Vancouver that’ll take you all the way to Victoria .

What I love about their half-day whale-watching tour is that it departs right from Granville Island aboard the Salish Sea Freedom – the biggest, fastest ship in the fleet that’ll have you on whale grounds in a hurry.

The chance to see orcas and humpback whales in the wild on the top Vancouver whale watching tours is true bucket list stuff.

There’s a 90%+ sighting rate, and if they don’t deliver, you’re allowed to come back another day.

Small Group Grouse Mountain & Capilano Bridge Tour – Best Nature Tour in Vancouver

Location:  Hotel Pickup | Length:  5 hours | Cost:  From $289.99 CAD

Vancouver’s crown nature jewels are on full display with this small group (14 or fewer) family-friendly tour .

With convenient hotel pickup , you’ll be shuttled through Stanley Park and over the Lion’s Gate Bridge to North Vancouver: home of the Capilano Suspension Bridge and Grouse Mountain .

You’ll get entry to both world-class attractions and around two hours to spend at each. Old-growth forest , epic views, grizzly bears , lumberjack shows, dining, patios, totem poles – it’s all here.

Evening Guided Bus Tour of Vancouver – Best Vancouver Night Tour

Location:  Downtown | Length:  90 minutes | Cost:  From $34.00 CAD

If you’re visiting Vancouver in summer and have limited time but want to squeeze in all the golden hour glory into one quick trip, this is the Vancouver tour for you.

The idea of this seasonal tour is to visit spots like Stanley Park (including Prospect Point), English Bay, and Queen Elizabeth Park under the amazing twilight rays, with much smaller crowds .

The tour winds up in Gastown , which is an ideal nightcap if you’re looking to explore the best bars in Vancouver .

These tours of Vancouver BC run at 19:30 daily between May 20th and October 10th. 

Epic Electric Bike Tour – Best City Tour of Vancouver on Bikes

Location:  Hornby Street | Length:  4 hours | Cost:  From $149.50 CAD

Here’s a top Vancouver tour for people who wanna cover a ton of ground that can’t be done on bus routes – or even traditional bikes, for that matter.

This small group Vancouver city tour (max 8 people) utilizes the city’s bike trails , taking you through Stanley Park and the Vancouver Seawall, + some of downtown’s top neighbourhoods.

This Vancouver city sightseeing tour is led by an entertaining and professional guide to get you up to speed on city lore.

The Grand Bike Tour – Best Sightseeing Tour of Vancouver for Exercise

Location:  Vancouver | Length:  5 hours | Cost:  From $129.00 CAD

I love this one for Vancouver visitors who just want to get after it , consuming real Vancouver culture (and calories!) over an un-rushed ride through the city’s best areas.

This is one of these all-inclusive Vancouver tours that’ll get any true traveller excited. Along the way, you’ll discover four major Vancouver can’t-miss sights , all from the seat of your bike:

• Granville Island Public Market
• Stanley Park

All will be explained by an entertaining, fact-packed tour guide who’ll weave you through old-growth forests, beachside promenades, and cultural hot spots .

Vancouver Instagram Tour – Top Photography of All Best Vancouver Day Tours

Location:  Downtown | Length:  1.5 hours | Cost: From $80.00 CAD

OK, so the name might be a bit deceiving for non-millennials and younger – but this is a legitimate sightseeing tour of Vancouver – with a photography focus .

The best part? It’ll load you up with iconic postcard-like photos with just your mobile phone.

This small group tour is run by a professional photographer. They’ll take you on seasonal and weather-specific tours to city landmarks like the Art Deco Marine Building, the Olympic Cauldron, the Vancouver Art Gallery balcony, Gastown, Chinatown, and more.

All the while, they’ll be giving great photography tips and telling compelling stories about the city.

Vancouver Seaplane Tour – Top Vancouver Sightseeing Tour for Couples

Location:  Downtown | Length: 20 minutes | Cost:  From $167.97 CAD

This small group tour of Vancouver is for those who want to not only get the best city view but for those looking for a true bucket list experience .

I mean, how many people have ever taken off in a seaplane? Departing right from Vancouver Harbour , you’ll be up in the air in 60 seconds with epic views of Grouse Mountain , the skyline, and the BC coast.

The splash landing (don’t get the wrong idea, there’s no danger) is a huge thrill . This is great for couples seeking city tours in Vancouver with a little adventure .

Vancouver Private Tour – Best Private Vancouver City Tour

Location: Vancouver | Length:  3 hours | Cost:  From $312.50 CAD

For those looking for private sightseeing tours in Vancouver, look no further than the private Vancouver Sightseeing Tour – which is the top price-value ratio private Vancouver tour in the city.

Here you’ll get picked up directly at your hotel and taken on a five-star tour of Vancouver’s top attractions with your own professional guide – you’ll learn the history , laugh at jokes, and discover some great secrets to take advantage of during your stay.

The best part? With these private Vancouver Canada city tours, once you’ve booked, they’ll put you in touch with your guide to make a customized Vancouver tour depending on your interests.

FlyOver Canada 4D Video Experience – Cheapest Tour in Vancouver

Location: Downtown | Length: 8 minutes | Cost:  From $30.45 CAD

Tell somebody it’s possible to fly across Canada in 8 minutes and wait for the look on their face – then tell them you did that at FlyOver Canada in downtown Vancouver.

This state-of-the-art flight simulation uses 4D technology to make you feel like you’re really taking a flight across Canada – whether you’re being sprayed with the mist of Niagara Falls or breathing in the scents of an Alberta flowerbed, this is a true 5 sense experience. 

This is one of the cheapest Vancouver BC city tours, and in my opinion, since it’s indoors, it is one of the best things to do in Vancouver in winter .

Victoria Highlights Tour – Top Vancouver Tour to Escape the City

Location: Vancouver & Victoria | Length: 13 hours | Cost:  From $229.00 CAD

OK, so this isn’t a Vancouver day tour, but if you’re looking for Vancouver to Victoria tours , this is the fastest way to do it – and you’ll see a National Historic Site of Canada with over a million bedding plants while you’re at it.

Butchart Gardens is an oasis of fountains , stunning sculptures, and tranquil streams kept prime by over 50 full-time gardeners . You’ll also fit in the Empress Hotel , Canada’s oldest Chinatown, Victoria’s Inner Harbour and more.

This is one of the most romantic city tours on the list – and one of the most romantic things to do in Vancouver , period.

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• 600 Menzies St, Victoria, BC V8V 1X3, Canada Departure Point: On the corner of Menzies and Belleville Streets, under the Green Umbrella. Dates: See Availability
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• slinknumber77 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Inside Victoria Our guide was full of colorful stories on Victorian history- wow didn’t know Cowichan sweaters were originally dog hair. What a great experience Read more Written November 24, 2023
• R8583NQbillyb 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles A Perfect Ride Abby was a wealth of information and very pleasant. The pace and length of the tour was perfect. And “JT” ( the horse) was a cutie. Read more Written September 2, 2023
• Pioneer04279422156 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Wonderful time! We had a WONDERFUL time! Our driver was Alyssa and our horse was Chuck and they were both so lovely :) It was a great (and fun) way to tour different parts of Victoria and I would highly recommend! Read more Written September 1, 2023
• sfarage 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Evening Carriage Ride Very informative city history provided. Elsie the horse took us on a smooth ride. Would definitely take the ride again. Read more Written August 27, 2023
• Gary L 0 contributions 3.0 of 5 bubbles Good carriage ride but not much to see after dark. They can't go into downtown, lighted area with attractions. Do we went along a road atound a large park but it was dark with not much to see. Neighborhoods aren't lighted. A homeless person stole the blankets on carriage so there were none! Not worth $200 plus tip for an hour if dark ride. Go early if possible and check the route! Read more Written August 20, 2023
• dlnun 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Exceptional weather and our guide was very knowledgeable. Thank you. Very pleasant ride and the horse behaved! Nice weather. Beautiful city. Driver very knowledgeable as she led us through the city. Read more Written August 11, 2023
• N3443XNrebeccac 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Fun Buggy Ride in Beautiful Victoria! We really enjoyed our ride, and our guide was fun and provided some interesting facts about the areas we toured. We loved Chuck the horse who gave us a chuckle when he neighed several times throughout our tour. It was a great way to take in some history and this beautiful city in a short period of time. Read more Written July 28, 2023
• Betsy P 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Enjoyable carriage ride Booking the tour was easy. The meeting point was close to the Empress Hotel and easy to find. Our carriage ride was excellent and the carriage horse seemed to be well cared for. The coachwoman gave us a great history tour of Beacon Hill Park and parts of beautiful Victoria for the full hour that we booked. Read more Written July 23, 2023
• kennethwX8261ZT 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Beautiful Evening Port Tour We had an enjoyable evening tour. The tour guide was amazing and very knowledgeable of the Victoria, BC history. Our tour was supposed to begin at 7:30pm, but our shipped arrived late. As a result, we did begin our tour until 9:15pm which made it difficult to take pictures and see things clearly. Read more Written July 8, 2023
• chaswaym 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Perfect Evening, Perfect Tour We really enjoyed our beautiful carriage ride through Beacon Hill Park, made even more special by the delightful young lady that drove the carriage. It was easy to book, just a short distance from our hotel and a perfect way to bring our first day in Victoria to a close. We thought the wonderful evening experience was well worth the expense. Don't hesitate to book this tour! Read more Written June 20, 2023
• camillebH660UM 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Absolutely wonderful! So enjoyable! Easy to book online and It was an easy 1 mile walk from the cruise ship terminal to the start point. Emma was our guide and driver. She was pleasant and informative with a great personality…and the tour at night was gorgeous with the lights! My only criticism is that is was lightly raining, and I wish they would’ve kept the blankets/seats dry for us to start with. We either had to sit on wet seats and cover with the blanket, or use the blanket to cover the wet seats. We did bring umbrellas that we used during the tour. It was still a wonderful tour! Read more Written June 20, 2023
• Resort10915157304 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Carriage ride through the park We got off the Holland America cruise and decided to catch a carriage ride through the park with another couple. The excursion was sold out from the ship, but we were able to coordinate a wonderful tour. The driver was very knowledgeable and interesting. It was absolutely beautiful. It was quite cold though the temperature outside was 50°. The wind coming off the water was chilling but nonetheless we had an awesome time I would highly recommend it Read more Written June 18, 2023
• Mary H 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Missed your because of reservations didn’t get to your operator Never even got to take the right because they did not reserve my reservations, even though I had printed out a copy of it. It was the only thing we had reserved to do in Victoria and so we missed what does city really had to offer Read more Written June 17, 2023
• 283mjohnson 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Carriage ride Very nice carriage driver and the sights were amazing. Beautiful city and we saw lots of wild animals in the park! Read more Written June 15, 2023
• Linda P 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Victoria by horse drawn carriage. We had a fantastic guide who knew quite a lot about the history of Victoria. She was very good explaining all the structures, history, architects, etc. It was raining lightly, however the 6 of us snuggled u see the 2 blankets provided and enjoyed the ride. Molly, our horse, was well controlled by our guide(I wish I could remember her name however I do know she was very tall). After this visit to Victoria by the Bliss ship, we want to come back for more time in the area. Read more Written June 11, 2023

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• Vancouver Shore Excursions

Nestled between breathtaking beaches and the Pacific Ocean, Vancouver offers a diverse range of shore excursions that cater to every interest, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts, history buffs and adventure seekers of all ages.

Embark on a sightseeing journey along the Sea to Sky Highway, where you'll be treated to unparalleled vistas of the Pacific Ocean, majestic coastal mountains, and verdant forests. This magnificent road trip seamlessly transports you from the bustling city to the stunning coastline of British Columbia. Indulge in moments of wonder as you capture Instagram-worthy photographs and fully immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of the Pacific Northwest.

One of Vancouver's top attractions is the famous Capilano Suspension Bridge. This exciting adventure takes you high above the Capilano River, offering incredible views of the lush forest below. Walking across the suspended bridge among towering trees not only brings excitement but also creates a deep connection with the stunning wilderness of British Columbia. It's a thrilling experience that is suitable for all, providing both an adrenaline rush and a chance to fully explore the natural beauty of the area.

If you're a fan of waterfalls, Shannon Falls is a must-see. Nestled in the coastal mountains of British Columbia, it boasts being one of the tallest waterfalls in the area. Just a quick drive from Vancouver, it offers a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in nature and embark on an adventure, enjoying leisurely walks along the nearby trails.

Are you a history buff? Then you'll be entranced by Gastown in Vancouver, a captivating fusion of past and present. Its iconic steam clock, cobblestone streets, and beautifully preserved architecture will transport you to a bygone era. Immerse yourself in the neighborhood's enchanting atmosphere as you explore its eclectic shops, admire stunning art galleries, and savor the diverse flavors of its culinary scene.

Vancouver offers a diverse range of shopping districts to satisfy every taste, making it a true shopping paradise. Whether you're into luxury boutiques at Pacific Centre in downtown or vibrant markets at Granville Island, there's something for everyone. Get your fix of international fashion on Robson Street or unearth unique treasures at local boutiques.

Discover the perfect adventures for everyone in Vancouver, where family-friendly excursions await. Immerse yourself in the enchantment of the Vancouver Aquarium or embark on a delightful bike ride through the scenic Stanley Park. These captivating experiences guarantee lasting memories that will be cherished by the entire family.

For thrill-seekers, Vancouver has it all – epic mountain biking, heart-pounding zip-lining, and scenic hiking trails for all skill levels. Unleash your inner daredevil and embark on an extraordinary adventure in this vibrant city surrounded by stunning landscapes.

Vancouver, British Columbia, seamlessly blends city life with natural wonders. Perfect for families, seniors, and adventure seekers, it invites you to discover natural wonders, delve into history, and immerse yourself in the lively culture that makes Vancouver unique.

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Billie Eilish Announces HIT ME HARD AND SOFT: THE TOUR

2024/25 DATES REVEALED FOR NORTH AMERICA, EUROPE, UNITED KINGDOM, IRELAND, AND AUSTRALIA

American express card member presale starts april 30 and general on-sale begins may 3, third studio album hit me hard and soft out on may 17 [darkroom/interscope records].

Following the news of her highly anticipated third studio album HIT ME HARD AND SOFT , set for release on May 17 [pre-order/add/save HERE ], Billie Eilish has announced arena dates, produced by Live Nation, for her HIT ME HARD AND SOFT: THE TOUR . Starting in September 2024 , Eilish will embark on her North American leg of the tour which runs through to the end of December 2024 . The tour will continue in Australia starting February 2025 ahead of her European, U.K., and Ireland arena dates starting in April until late July . For a full list of tour dates, see below or visit billieeilish.com

Tickets for BILLIE EILISH: HIT ME HARD AND SOFT: THE TOUR will be available starting with the American Express® Presale beginning Tuesday, April 30 , with additional presales running throughout the week. Any remaining tickets will be available during the general on-sale starting Friday, May 3 on  billieeilish.com . On-sale start times vary by market, check local listings for more information.

American Express® Card Members can purchase tickets before the general public beginning Tuesday, April 30 (while supplies last) – this is one of the many entertainment benefits American Express Card Members can access. Presale start + end times will vary by market, check your local listings at billieeilish.com for more information.

SUSTAINABILITY EFFORTS

Billie Eilish will continue her long-standing partnership with environmental nonprofit REVERB on this tour, building on the success of previous efforts, which resulted in over $1 million donated to environmental, greenhouse gas reduction, and climate justice projects, more than 150,000 fan actions, and much more. Sustainability efforts on this tour will include reducing greenhouse gas pollution, decreasing single-use plastic waste, supporting climate action, and updating concession offerings to promote and encourage plant-based food options with Support+Feed .

In keeping with her commitment to making a difference in the environmental impacts of her music and touring, a portion of the proceeds from ticket sales in North America will go to  REVERB  and its ongoing effort to help support organizations across the country addressing the impacts of food insecurity and the climate crisis.

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The Billie Eilish REVERB Eco-Villages will be set up at 2 locations in the main concourse of every show where fans can take part in the tour’s sustainability efforts, connect with nonprofits, and take meaningful action for people and the planet.

SUPPORT+FEED

For collective action at the intersection of climate and food, Support+Feed will be launching a 360 campaign throughout the tour. Following the success in 2022, Support+Feed will offer an expanded version of the Support+Feed Pledge inspiring fans to eat one plant-based meal a day for 30 days with digital elements and community activations. Fans will also have the opportunity to participate in Plant-based Food Drives in a selection of cities alongside the tour to raise awareness and gather food to distribute to local communities.

Fans are encouraged to join the effort to make the HIT ME HARD AND SOFT: THE TOUR more sustainable. Where possible, take public transportation and carpool to and from the shows to help reduce greenhouse gas pollution and encourage more public transportation options. Fans will receive information via email about public transportation options before the show.

Venue partners are also helping to lessen the environmental footprint of the tour. In addition to efforts to decrease waste through reducing or eliminating single-use plastics and diverting landfill waste with compost and recycling, venues will be offering plant-based food options at all shows.

FAN PARTICIPATION

Bring an empty reusable water bottle or donate for a custom RockNRefill Nalgene bottle to fill up at the free water refill stations located at each venue. The RockNRefill bottles and refill stations are located at the Eco-Villages in the main concourse at all shows. Fight fast fashion by opting for thrifted, upcycled, or borrowed clothes instead of buying new clothing to wear to shows.

HIT ME HARD AND SOFT: THE TOUR – NORTH AMERICA*

Sun Sep 29 – Québec, QC – Centre Videotron Tue Oct 01 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena Wed Oct 02 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena Fri Oct 04 – Baltimore, MD – CFG Bank Arena Sat Oct 05 – Philadelphia, PA – Wells Fargo Center Mon Oct 07 – Detroit, MI – Little Caesars Arena Wed Oct 09 – Newark, NJ – Prudential Center Fri Oct 11 – Boston, MA – TD Garden Sun Oct 13 – Pittsburgh, PA – PPG Paints Arena Wed Oct 16 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden Thu Oct 17 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden Fri Oct 18 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden Sat Nov 02 – Atlanta, GA – State Farm Arena Sun Nov 03 – Atlanta, GA – State Farm Arena Wed Nov 06 – Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Arena Fri Nov 08 – Cincinnati, OH – Heritage Bank Center Sun Nov 10 – Saint Paul, MN – Xcel Energy Center Mon Nov 11 – Saint Paul, MN – Xcel Energy Center Wed Nov 13 – Chicago, IL – United Center Thu Nov 14 – Chicago, IL – United Center Sat Nov 16 – Kansas City, MO – T-Mobile Center Sun Nov 17 – Omaha, NE – CHI Health Center Omaha Tue Nov 19 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena Wed Nov 20 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena Tue Dec 03 – Vancouver, BC – Rogers Arena Thu Dec 05 – Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena Fri Dec 06 – Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena Sun Dec 08 – Portland, OR – Moda Center Tue Dec 10 – San Jose, CA – SAP Center at San Jose Wed Dec 11 – San Jose, CA – SAP Center at San Jose Fri Dec 13 – Glendale, AZ – Desert Diamond Arena Sun Dec 15 – Inglewood, CA – Kia Forum Mon Dec 16 – Inglewood, CA – Kia Forum Tue Dec 17 – Inglewood, CA – Kia Forum

HIT ME HARD AND SOFT: THE TOUR – AUSTRALIA

Tue Feb 18, 2025 – Brisbane, Australia – Brisbane Entertainment Centre Wed Feb 19, 2025 – Brisbane, Australia – Brisbane Entertainment Centre Fri Feb 21, 2025 – Brisbane, Australia – Brisbane Entertainment Centre Sat Feb 22, 2025 – Brisbane, Australia – Brisbane Entertainment Centre Mon Feb 24, 2025 – Sydney, Australia – Qudos Bank Arena Tue Feb 25, 2025 – Sydney, Australia – Qudos Bank Arena Thu Feb 27, 2025 – Sydney, Australia – Qudos Bank Arena Fri Feb 28, 2025 – Sydney, Australia – Qudos Bank Arena Tue Mar 4, 2025 –Melbourne, Australia – Rod Laver Arena Wed Mar 5, 2025 – Melbourne, Australia – Rod Laver Arena Fri Mar 7, 2025 – Melbourne, Australia – Rod Laver Arena Sat Mar 8, 2025 – Melbourne, Australia – Rod Laver Arena

HIT ME HARD AND SOFT: THE TOUR – EUROPE/U.K./IRELAND Wed Apr 23, 2025 – Stockholm, Sweden – Avicii Arena

Thu Apr 24, 2025 – Stockholm, Sweden – Avicii Arena

Sat Apr 26, 2025 – Oslo, Norway – Telenor Arena Mon Apr 28, 2025 – Copenhagen, Denmark – Royal Arena Tue Apr 29, 2025 – Copenhagen, Denmark – Royal Arena

Fri May 2, 2025 – Hannover, Germany – ZAG Arena Sun May 4, 2025 – Amsterdam, Netherlands – Ziggo Dome Mon May 5, 2025 – Amsterdam, Netherlands – Ziggo Dome Wed May 7, 2025 – Amsterdam, Netherlands – Ziggo Dome Fri May 9, 2025 – Berlin, Germany – Uber Arena Thu May 29, 2025 – Cologne, Germany – Lanxess Arena Fri May 30, 2025 – Cologne, Germany – Lanxess Arena Sun June 1, 2025 – Prague, Czech Republic – O2 Arena Tue June 3, 2025 – Kraków, Poland – Tauron Arena Wed June 4, 2025 – Kraków, Poland – Tauron Arena Fri June 6, 2025 – Vienna, Austria – Stadthalle Sun June 8, 2025 – Bologna, Italy – Unipol Arena Tue June 10, 2025 – Paris, France – Accor Arena Wed June 11, 2025 – Paris, France – Accor Arena Sat June 14, 2025 – Barcelona, Spain – Palau Sant Jordi Sun June 15, 2025 –Barcelona, Spain – Palau Sant Jordi

Mon Jul 7, 2025 – Glasgow, UK – OVO Hydro Tue Jul 8, 2025 – Glasgow, UK – OVO Hydro Thu Jul 10, 2025 – London, UK – The O2 Fri Jul 11, 2025 –London, UK – The O2 Sun Jul 13, 2025 – London, UK – The O2 Mon Jul 14, 2025 – London, UK – The O2 Wed Jul 16, 2025 – London, UK – The O2 Thu Jul 17, 2025 – London, UK – The O2 Sat Jul 19, 2025 – Manchester, UK – Co-op Live Sun Jul 20, 2025 – Manchester, UK – Co-op Live Tue Jul 22, 2025 – Manchester, UK – Co-op Live Wed Jul 23, 2025 – Manchester, UK – Co-op Live Sat Jul 26, 2025 – Dublin, Ireland – 3Arena Sun Jul 27, 2025 – Dublin, Ireland – 3Arena

*The tour wants to give fans, not scalpers, the best chance to buy tickets at face value. To make this possible they have chosen to use Ticketmaster’s Face Value Exchange. If fans purchase tickets for a show in the U.S. or Canada and can’t attend, they’ll have the option to resell them to other fans at the original price paid. To help protect the Exchange, the tour has requested all tickets be mobile only and restricted from transfer. This applies to all shows except those in Colorado, Illinois, and New York where Face Value Exchange cannot be mandated. Please note, a valid bank account or debit card within the country of your event is required to sell on the Face Value Exchange. More information on how the Ticketmaster Exchange works is available here .

Billie Eilish’s forthcoming album, HIT ME HARD AND SOFT was written by Billie Eilish and FINNEAS , her brother and long-time collaborator, who also produced the album. HIT ME HARD AND SOFT will be available on all digital platforms, and in a continued effort to minimize waste and combat climate change; across all physical formats in limited variants on the same day, with the same track-listing and using 100% recyclable materials. For more information on all sustainable practices for this album release, please visit https://store.billieeilish.com/pages/sustainability

HIT ME HARD AND SOFT is out everywhere on May 17.

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HMCS Max Bernays Commissioning and Fleet Week in Vancouver

From: National Defence

Media advisory

Media are invited to attend a number of events for the Royal Canadian Navy’s Fleet Week and the commissioning of His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Max Bernays at the Burrard Dry Dock Pier in North Vancouver from May 2 to May 5, 2024.

May 2, 2024 – Esquimalt, B.C. – Department of National Defence / Canadian Armed Forces

Media are invited to attend a number of events for the Royal Canadian Navy’s Fleet Week and the commissioning of His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Max Bernays at the Burrard Dry Dock Pier in North Vancouver from May 2 to May 5, 2024.

Event Schedule

All events will be taking place at Burrard Dry Dock Pier, 15 Wallace Mews, North Vancouver, BC.

Event details, RSVP, and sign-up details are available below.

Fleet Week media tour on board HMCS Vancouver

What: Media are invited to attend a tour of HMCS Vancouver , a Halifax-class vessel, as we kick off Fleet Week to help promote the event and increase public participation. Media will be able to speak with members of the ship’s company.

When: Media are to meet at the entrance of HMCS Vancouver at 1:45 p.m. on May 2, 2024. The onboard tour will commence at 2 p.m. with a media scrum to commence on completion of the tour. Please RSVP by 4 p.m. on May 1, 2024, via contact details below.

World of Warships with Commander Royal Canadian Navy

What: Media are invited to attend a World of Warships livestream gaming event with Commander Royal Canadian Navy Vice-Admiral Angus Topshee will be playing World of Warships where he will be leading a virtual fleet for the first time. He will be available for media interviews when the livestream concludes. 

When: Friday May 3rd, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 pm. Interested media should arrive at 11:00 a.m.

HMCS Max Bernays Commissioning Ceremony

What: Media are invited to tour the first Arctic and Offshore Patrol Vessel to join Canada’s Pacific Fleet: HMCS Maxnbsp; Bernays prior to the ship’s official commissioning ceremony. Her Royal Highness, The Princess Royal, will be attending the ceremony in her role as Commodore-in-Chief, Canadian Fleet Pacific.

After the tour, media will be able to speak with Commander Collin Forsberg, HMCS Max Bernays Commanding Officer.

When: On May 3, 2024, members of the media are to meet on the pier adjacent to HMCS Max Bernays at 12:50 p.m. The tour will commence at 1 p.m. and conclude with a media engagement. Interested media are asked to confirm attendance with Maritime Forces Pacific Public Affairs by 4 p.m. on May 1, 2024, at the contact details below.

Notes to editor

The Maritime Forces Pacific public affairs team and designated spokespeople will be available throughout the weekend, starting the afternoon of Thursday May 2nd. Media are asked to specifically articulate which event they are interested in participating in when RSVPing for an event.

Associated links

• Fleet Week 2024
• HMCS Max Bernays

Maritime Forces Pacific Public Affairs Phone: 250-363-5789 or 250-888-6775 Email: [email protected]

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