Port Coquitlam, B.C., unveiled two #TerryFox sculptures last weekend, created in collaboration with his family. The 18-foot steel silhouette is of Terry training at #SFU preparing for the 1st Marathon of Hope, capturing his determination & energy. The bronze statue reflects Terry as a teenager.

Happy Friday! Historically, the Aztecs revered the Dhalia, and in Victorian times, it represented devotion & everlasting love. Dahlias also signify the ability to find inner strength & grace in challenging situations, as well as to follow one's own unique path. #FlowersOnFriday

Newfoundland's Terry Fox Marathon of Hope 'Mile 0 Memorial' marks the place where Terry began his journey on April 12, 1980. The statue, by sculptor Luben Boykov, shows Terry's first step as he draws his artificial foot from the Alantic and begins his westward trek. #terryfoxrun

Home, after 12 hours, of travels, happily zonked. We rocked hiking trails, soaking up East Coast history, and falling in love with Newfoundland's rugged beauty. 📸: Chance Cove, #Newfoundland, and Labrador, Canada. 🍁 #travel #ExploreCanada

Happy Friday! Soak up the warmth of Summer, as that bittersweet feeling of the year's warmest days coming to a close pervades. 💞 #FridayVibes #FridayFlowers

Beautiful warm hues of a peach rose, A fragrant delight for us to behold. #RoseWednesday 🧡

Alberta, Canada's Crescent Falls is a series of two waterfalls on the Bighorn River, known for their crescent-shaped cliffs. They are a popular destination for hiking, camping, and enjoying scenic views. #ExploreCanada 🍁

The story began in Quebec, Canada in 1886 when Kanien'kéhá:ka men began ‘walking iron’ to work on the Victoria Bridge being built over the St. Lawrence River.

Now is a good time to visit Vancouver Island 😍 www.thetouristin.com/2024/08/Vanc... #travel #wildlife #travelphotography #nature

Capturing moments with petals and prose, Nature's delicate art uplifts our souls. 💗 Happy Friday! #FlowersOnFridays #FridayFlowers

Beauty blooms on a grey morning. A vibrant blend of pink, purple and white, fushias symbolize love, transformation, grace, confidence, and boldness. 🌺🌿 #thursdayvibes

Oh the Places I will Go! This afternoon's adventures on my new Ebike. 🚵‍♀️

Delightfully attracting admirers & pollinators, Globe Thistle flowers exemplify the unique beauty of enduring strength, thriving in challenging environments. #SummerVibes #gardening #Flowers

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Creeping bellflowers are not native to Canada. Introduced from Europe as an ornamental plant, the invasive species has grown rampant across the West. At first, the pretty flowers charm, and are deceivingly well-behaved, but soon can take over & damage native species. #gardening 🌿

Stellar's Jays frequent the PNW, leaving behind iridescent feathers as gifts.

Spotted Lake, west of Osoyoos, B.C., Canada, is unique. Known as a place of healing for the Okanagan's Indigenous people. Rich with various minerals; calcium, magnesium & sodium sulfate, the spots facinate shifting in size and colour as the minerals evaporate in the summer heat. #ExploreBC #Canada 🍁

Fuchsia flowers symbolize elegance, grace, love, friendship, beauty, & trust, beautifully.💗

I am Canadian 🍁 diverse, strong, kind & proud. Happy #CanadaDay

Paying homage to its Canadian heritage GAdventures has launched nine exciting new adventures across the country, highlighting the very best in landscapes, wildlife, culture, and community experiences in six provinces. 🇨🇦 #ExploreCanada travelpress.com/g-adventures-r…#travelel

Vancouver's cool, rainy spring has helped to cultivate an abundance of colourful summer blooms. #FlowersOnFriday #FridayFlowers

Canada is ours to discover. 🍁 82% of Canadians are travelling within Canada this year, up from 75% in 2024. torontosun.com/news/national/…#CanadaDayay 🇨🇦

Kelowna, B.C's Spirit of Sail, sculpture by local artist Robert Dow Reid, has become an iconic symbol for the waterfront city. #ExploreBC #travel

Reminiscent of days gone by, of summer rain and blue sky. A climbing rose delights the senses, as it steadily ascends fences. #RoseWednesday #whimsywednesday

Happy #TravelTuesday! We're happily in the midst of planning a road trip in Newfoundland. Where are your travels taking you this year? #ExploreCanada 🍁 #TRLT

Frisbee? 🐶 #Saturdayfun

Colour me Sunshine Happy Summer Soltice. 🌞 #FlowersOnFridays #FridayFlowers 🌼

In the language of flowers, alliums are a symbol of good luck and prosperity. They are often included in arrangements for those who are about to embark on something new. Happy #FlowersOnFriday!

Find joy and tranquility in the garden 🌿

Monday morning magic. Colour me, Sunshine 🌞 #MondayVibes

Had to go get one more bike ride up Going-to-the-Sun Road this morning. Waterfalls everywhere!💦The Weeping Wall was wailing profusely today! Glacier National Park #nationalparks #biking #waterfalls #pedalpower

An empty husky, the barn alongside our road trip route, reflects a proud past. Days gone by, when neighbours forged friendships and buildings to last. #ExploreCanada 🍁 #roadtrip #SaturdayMotivation

Dazzling turquoise waters today, on a 3.4 mile (4.6k) loop around Kentucky Lake, at Kentucky Ayllene Provincial Park, B.C. Canada. 🍁 #TRLT

Happy World Turtle Day! Raising awareness for the protection and conservation of these ancient reptiles. 📸: Maui, Hawaii #WorldTurtleDay2025

Housed in a former fire station, The Centre d'histoire de Montréal, is now a museum dedicated to the history of Montreal, Québec. #MontréalMoments #ExploreCanada 🍁

Bearded iris is associated with wisdom, faith, and hope. Its name comes from the distinctive "beard" of short hairs on the lower petals. In Greek mythology, the iris was associated with the goddess Iris, a messenger who linked the gods to humanity. 💜🌿 #FlowersOnFriday

It's always uplifting to reconnect with family and friends while back visiting Ontario. Thank goodness for young minds that help us escape the everyday. 😁

In the grand symphony of life, be a tulip ~ a note of resilience and a melody of hope. 🌷🌷🌷 ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson ~ #tuesdayvibe

Incorporated in February 1882, Penetanguishene is a town in Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada, on the S/E tip of Georgian Bay. The name is believed to mean "land of the white rolling sands." As early as AD 800, the #Wyandot people settled here in semi-permanent villages. #travel #Canada 🍁

Find calm and tranquility amongst the chaos. #thursdayvibes

Artist Cédric Loth's bronze sculpture 'La Leçon’ ('The Lesson') portrays a frazzled student glued to his screen. The #streetart is near McGill University on Sherbrooke Street in Montréal, Québec. 🍁 #SaturdayVibes

The promise of May guides our aspirations, especially on bright sunny days.

Happy Friday! Saskatoon berries are native to western Canada and the prairies. 🫐 🌿 #FridayFlowers #FlowersOnFriday

“True solitude is found in the wild places, where one is without human obligation." ~ Wendell Berry ~ Discover 50 quiet places around the world. via @cntraveller cntraveller.com/article/50-qui… 📸: Alouette Lake, Golden Ears Provincial Park, B.C#ExploreCanadada 🇨🇦#travelel

With magnificent magnolias and delightful cherry blossoms, awe-inspiring spring beauty awaits in Metro Vancouver B.C.

Easter whispers hope in every new bloom. Happy Easter. 🌸🌿

When family visits, we a enjoy week savoring love, baby hugs, and sharing the natural wonders of British Columbia. 😊

Magnificent magnolias. Spring's beauty shines in Metro Vancouver.

The mountains are calling. Golden Ears Provincial Park Maple Ridge, B.C. Canada 🍁 #WednesdayMotivation

Here's a cryptic clue, discover a #levidrome (a word when spelled backward, makes a new word) Tip > Pit 🔎 Orc chieftain, son of Azog, leads an army in the Battle of the 5 Armies and ultimately loses to Beorn > Drop of semiliquid Hmm... 🤔 Quote (not reply) w/ your solution & #levidrome tag