in 1971 and is unique in Canada
for its dedication to music from
the period 1600-1760, presenting
outstanding performances on
period instruments or replicas. Its
programmes include vocal and
instrumental selections, featuring
choral works, chamber music and
solo pieces.
and celebrates itself and it has
been running since 1888. From
musical performances to animal
acts to some of Canada's most
popular buskers and performers,
each year brings something new to
the line-up.
bagpipes you immediately think
not so fast... the
round of pipe, drum and band
trials providing opportunity for
solo players and bands to display
their skills. Points earned by the
competitors will go toward Atlantic
Canada Pipe Band Association
certified award recognition at the
end of the season.
celebration of winter and runs for
ten days. It celebrates its 39th year
in 2010 and features include a
Leifling competition, to be the best-
dressed Viking and the popular
snow sculpture contest.
country ski loppet (recreational event)
honouring the spirit of the Norwegian
Birkebeiner legend.
brings together teams from across
Canada to promote traditional sled
dog racing in Saskatchewan.
Boniface entrepreneurs in the city's
French Quarter. Now it is a ten-day
province-wide celebration of sights,
sounds, snow and spirit, dubbed
The World's Largest Kitchen Party. It
celebrates the ever-growing French-
Canadian community in Western
Canada and its emphasis is on the
beauty of winter.
and international musicians, with the
aim of supporting and sustaining
the growth of emerging and diverse
musical genres,
the biggest gathering of balloons
in Canada and a major event for
all the family. With an average
of 350,000 visitors per year, the
event's popularity has risen steadily
throughout the years. There are 115
hot air balloons, including many
special shapes, major shows, and
a huge site that hosts an incredible
variety of activities.
will bring not only the best artists from across Canada and around the
world to Vancouver, but will also see that opportunity extended across the
whole country.
It marks the return of that play's central figure, an artist who resurfaces in
Shanghai 20 years later. Set in the effervescent paradox that is modern
China, his encounters with a former art school classmate and a young
Chinese artist open unexpected doors and bring about fundamental
changes for each of them.
Haida village and encounter unexpected struggles, joys and ultimately,
transformations along the way. This world premiere is based on true events
of the historical 1957 expedition led by anthropologist-archaeologist Wilson
Duff and his Haida friend, world acclaimed artist Bill Reid.
feats with physical poetry, Cirque Éloize brings the wonder of childhood
to vivid life in this amazing circus arts performance. Full of hope, joy and
sweet longing, Rain reminds us that not only rain falls from the sky signs,
promises and unexpected surprises pour down as well.