This is a picture of a sculpture that reflects Vancouver Island's coast.
Parksville and Qualicum Beach

From sandcastles to stained glass in artistic Parksville and Qualicum Beach

Experience a high density of artists at work in a small area along the white, sandy beaches of Rathtrevor and the public waterfront. 

a woman using a large pitchfork to put a piece of raku pottery into a bed of straw to cool after being fired
Kelowna

Unique venues for the arts in Kelowna

While the Okanagan is sometimes thought of as a region of retirement communities, Kelowna is bustling when it comes to its cultural aspects.

This is a photo of a Raku shaker.
Powell River

Take a ferry to discover the artists of Powell River

This resource-based community in flux has a West Coast setting that inspires art and performance.

Camrose artist Tara Szott with her enormous floral canvases.
Camrose

Camrose: the Rose City is abloom with artists

Nestled between sweeps of prairie and boreal forest, it’s only natural that this picturesque city has become a hub for people with an artistic temperament—visual and performing artists alike.  

by Stephanie Warner
clay bowls
Vernon

A tasty event that raises money for Vernon artists

What better way to support the arts than with a big handmade bowl full of Irish stew on St. Patrick's day?

Trailer in RV Park
RV Living

People are choosing to live the full-time RV lifestyle for many reasons

The RV lifestyle can be enjoyed by retirees, semi-retirees and those who are still working. 

Woman in evening dress leaping high in the air, arms outflung, left hand holding her shoes
Vancouver Coast and Mountains

Coquitlam arts and artisans

Coquitlam’s arts and cultural centres offer exhibits, performances, workshops and art camps all year round.

Painting of trees and water done in soft greens and grays
Watrous and Manitou Beach

Art and healing waters

Every summer there is a celebration of art and artists in the Saskatchewan resort communities of Watrous and Manitou Beach.

Colourful paintings line two walls of a gallery.
Outlook

Creative Outlook

Streetscape murals, handmade quilts and touring art exhibits keep the residents of Outlook, Saskatchewan, tuned in to their creative side.

Jeanette wears a leather coat and stands next to Dennis in who wears a hoodie and jeans. Behind them is the brown and cream bumper of their flat-nose bus.
RV News

There’s no stopping this couple

Jeanette and Dennis Vieira decided that life is too short for wasted time—so they started RVing.

A large brightly coloured heritage building.
Cranbrook

Focusing on Fort Steele

Camera in hand, I headed to Fort Steele Heritage Town for my photography class with Brian Clarkson, the owner of Cranbrook Photo & Studio in Cranbrook, B.C. It was a pleasant day in August last year, and I met up with a small group of budding photographers who had signed up for one of Clarkson’s monthly camera classes.

a young woman with long hair and a red scarf smiling
Hinton

The arts in Hinton

The arts scene in Hinton is vibrant and well supported. Christina Oliver, a musical artist and executive director of the Yellowhead Regional Arts Festival Society's Creative Campus, said all the artists work together to provide great events.

by Lisa Crane
A white tent displays a number of art works and is surrounded by people and green lawn.
Red Deer

Top things to see and do in Red Deer

Walking, history and lively performances are some of the great reasons to choose to visit Red Deer.

White tents full of busy people and works of art are scattered across sun-dappled green grass.
Red Deer

An Artwalk anniversary

Every year Red Deer hosts an event that celebrates the vibrant abundance of art in the area. In June 2013, Artwalk turns 25, which makes this a particularly great time to plan a visit to explore the city’s creative side.

stained glass houses hanging from tree branches
Whitehorse

Yukon’s beauty inspires the artists of Whitehorse

Galleries and festivals are overflowing with the abundance of art in this northern city.

Attractive red and yellow designs on china is set out in front of ice tea, an apple, and glasses of wine to create an appealing camp setting.
RV News

Five ways to personalize the RV lifestyle

RVs arrive fully furnished and factory decorated but by adding personal touches it can feel even more like a real home. Dawn Bitz, founder of Grasshaven Outdoor, outlines five focus areas that can turn the everyday RV into a destination unto itself.

by Dawn Bitz