Jim Barr

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Jim Barr

Jim Barr

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Jim Barr
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From slopes to hiking trails, for over 20 years Jim Barr (aka Doc Pow) has been exploring the Pacific Northwest of North America, on both sides of the Canadian Rockies. Jim shared his adventures as a travel writer, TV producer and mobile developer in almost all forms of traditional and new media,becoming an expert on the slopes, resorts, cities and everything in between.

"I get to introduce the world to some of my favourite places in Western Canada. Even better, I get to do it with an outstanding team of correspondents who help educate and inspire snow and festival seekers to get out and explore. In 20 years of reporting and producing content about this region it continues to amaze me. The opportunities in this part of our world are endless."

Stories by Jim Barr

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Ever seen someone wear a beard of bees? Love the feeling of dancing under the harvest moon? Then you need to head to Alberta's Mighty Peace region this summer.

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Canada's second-largest ski resort isn't just an epic winter destination; this Canada Day it's going to rock your toque off in one of the most Canadian ways possible. 

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Signing up for a summer race or sporting festival gives you a reason for those early morning workouts, and puts you on a path to summer adventures.

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Think you know BC craft beer? Until you've met the brewers themselves at SilverStar Mountain Resort, you may be missing part of the story. 

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With 200 breweries pumping out at least six varieties that's roughly 1200 different types of BC craft beer. Attending BC craft beer festivals is the way to put a dent in the tasting menu.

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Picture yourself jamming with your friends at one of BC's largest—and at the same time one of the most intimate—outdoor music venues, having just come back from a picnic submerged in wildflowers.

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Festivals like the Sunshine Coast Flavour Festival and qathet International Film Festival showcase the artistic and creative side of the Sunshine Coast, and you can be right in the heart of the act

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The #NEAB Online Festival is live and running March 7 - 28 with LIVE music, cooking and crafting demos, behind-the-scenes tours and how-tos. Check out the schedule and tune in!

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The #NEAB Online Festival is live and running March 7 - 28 with LIVE music, cooking and crafting demos, behind-the-scenes tours, travel tips and how-tos.

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It happens, Monday shows up and you realize you’ve missed something pretty epic. So, what did you miss?

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If you’re looking for signs of recovery and reasons to be optimistic for the 2023 concert season, look no further than this major announcement: The Foo Fighters are back! 

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Metis Crossing, Vermilion and Athabasca roll out the red carpet to celebrate live events again, just ahead of July long weekend.