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Torch relay braves Arctic as Vancouver prepares

Torch relay braves Arctic as Vancouver prepares

With three months to go, Vancouver is making final checks to venues and the athletes' village.

Native Canadians no longer 'Dime Store Indians'

Native Canadians no longer 'Dime Store Indians'

They are Squamish, Lil'Wat, Musqueam and Tsleil-Waututh -- Canada's native people.

Olympic flame charts Canadian course

Olympic flame charts Canadian course

A complete overview of the longest Olympic torch relay to remain entirely inside the host country.

Whistler overview

Whistler overview

One of the world's most talked-about mountain villages was originally inspired by Squaw Valley, CA.

If You Are Going

Getting to and from Vancouver

Getting to and from Vancouver

Planes, trains and automobiles. And seaplanes. You can even get to the host city by boat this February.

Cruise the coast

Cruise the coast

Some visitors to British Columbia's coastlines will see 16,000 miles of playground. Others will see the untouched wilderness and be glad they have a good book.

Fun Facts

Record snowfall in Whistler in November

Whistler has already received more than 140 inches of snow so far this November. That's more than double the average monthly total of 58 inches.

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Out & About

DESTINATION B.C.

'Make a day of it' in Richmond

'Make a day of it' in Richmond

For speed skating fans, Richmond's stunning new Olympic Oval is the afternoon attraction. But Richmond's food and shopping offers a lot to explore before and after the session.

THINGS TO DO

Party on, Vancouver

Party on, Vancouver

Whether you're staying in downtown Vancouver or two hours north in the mountain village of Whistler, a wide variety of fun is sure to keep you on the go this February.

DESTINATION B.C.

Sampling the nightlife

Sampling the nightlife

Vancouver's bar districts, Richmond's art scene, and a cold beer after the last run in Whistler.

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