Air that is in contact with the ocean will be much cooler from energy transfer between water and air, while air that sits above land will heat up much more quickly. Therefore, coastal climates are much more temperate because a body of water is nearby to regulate the temperature and keep it more constant. Why […]
Category: Vancouver
Can You Swim In Vancouver In June?
You won’t be able to swim in Vancouver (British Columbia) in june! The water temperature is freezing, reaching as low as 44°F (and only 50°F at best)! Our advice: if you are going to Vancouver (British Columbia) this month, plan to sightsee and forget the beach! Can you swim in Vancouver in summer? We wait […]
What Time Is The Polar Bear Swim In Vancouver?
The Polar Bear swim is free annual event that takes place every year on January 1 at 2:30pm at English Bay in Vancouver, B.C, Canada. Thousands of people go for a short swim in the Pacific Ocean to celebrate the New Year. This has been a Vancouver tradition since 1920! How cold is too cold […]
Where Does Vancouver Get Its Wealth From?
International commerce and trade is a key sector for Vancouver’s economy. The city has Canada’s largest port and is one of North America’s major gateways for pan-Pacific trade. The Port of Vancouver ranks first in North America in total foreign exports and second on the west coast in total cargo volume. What is Vancouver known […]
Is Vancouver In Canada Cheap?
Vancouver Travel Guide: Money-Saving Tips Vancouver is not just one of the most expensive cities in Canada — it’s one of the most expensive cities in the world!!! Fortunately, there are a few ways you can lower your costs. Is Vancouver Canada expensive to live in? As one of the most expensive cities in Canada, […]
Is A Bridge To Vancouver Island Possible?
There are no fixed bridges in existence today that would meet the conditions present in Georgia Strait. Prince Edward Island’s $1-billion (1997 dollars) Confederation Bridge is only 12.9 km long and is set in water 35 m deep with a rock bottom. Will there ever be a bridge to Vancouver Island? However, it’s almost certainly […]
Is It Safe To Live In West Vancouver?
In its annual ranking of ‘Canada’s Most Dangerous Places 2019,’ West Vancouver, with a population of 51,076 according to the most recent census data, has found itself in the 57th spot. How safe is West Vancouver? West Vancouver is one of the safest communities in Canada. Is West Vancouver a good place to live? West […]
What Indians Are In Vancouver?
The City of Vancouver is on the traditional territories of three Local First Nations: the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh. Are there Indians in Vancouver? There are over currently more than 125,000 Indian citizens currently based permanently in Vancouver and its surrounding areas. Why are there a lot of Indians in Vancouver? The system of sponsoring […]
Is Vancouver The Best Place To Live In The World?
“Too bad about the price of entry”: Vancouver named 69th best city in the world. Resonance Consultancy recently put out a few different lists looking at urban centres across North America, and on a list of the best city’s in the world, Vancouver ranked number 69. Is Vancouver the best city in the world? Vancouver […]
Are Houses Expensive In Vancouver?
Greater Vancouver Housing Market Overview. The benchmark price of homes in Metro Vancouver was $1,131,600 in November 2022, a 1.5% monthly decrease and a 0.6% decrease year-over-year. Metro Vancouver and the Toronto area are the most expensive Canadian housing markets. Is it expensive to live in Vancouver? Most students who are preparing to move to […]