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

Sun Peaks Centre festival venue, seen from above, tying festivals into alpine beauty.
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Mountain biking, chairlift access disc golf, wildflower walks and a natural rhythm to sooth the nervous system—this is Sun Peaks Resort as a summer festival destination. 

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Feeling disconnected? Thousands in BC and Alberta are finding community one volunteer shift at a time.

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Vancouver FIFA Fan Festival
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We're breaking down how to get the most out of this summer's big event after experiencing the first weekend. Learn how to join the fun without breaking the bank.

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Cherries, rattlesnakes and oysters, oh my! The southern BC desert town of Osoyoos is full of surprises to fill your spring adventure calendar.

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Castle Mountain, Fernie, Kimberley and Nelson deliver epic skiing, spring festivals you can road trip through along the Crowsnest Pass and Highway 3.

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From retro fashion shows to ski ballet to alpine skiing history tours on the mountain at Kimberley Alpine Resort, few events inspire the kind of fervor that North Star Day does.

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Rifflandia, Victoria's major September music festival, has built an undeniable cultural experience in its 18-year run thus far. Jim Barr dives into what makes it so magical.

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From jazz bopping to island hopping, Nanaimo has turned into one of BC's jazziest festival destinations with the Nanaimo International Jazz Festival this September—named "Festival of the Year" in 2

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Get 50% off Endless Summer tickets and dance to the soundtrack of summer, in Sun Peaks' fresh mountain air!

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Bike your brains out, pan for gold and tune your soul with ancient Indigenous ways with this slate of summer festivals and events in Quesnel, BC.

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Paddle Peace River and dance to live music, with Mighty Peace festivals for this summer and fall 2025. Just two of 15 annual signature events to add to your calendar!

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