Hawaii like a local

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Hawaii like a local

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Manitoba is calling her scattered flock back for the Manitoba
Homecoming 2010, a year-long celebration of the province.
Our writer takes the bait and returns to his native Winnipeg
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Le Manitoba fait revenir ses ouailles expatriées pour les
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ONE MONTH LEFT
16 Welcome Aboard
The WestJet crew shares the latest company news and travel tips.
Revellers sporting Manitoba’s provincial flag enjoy
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DESTINATIONS
18 The value guide
Hawaii
The best ways to experience paradise like a plugged-in local,
from Hanalei to Hilo.
24 New York City
My Town
Madcap children’s book author Oliver Jeffers reveals his
favourite Brooklyn haunts.
26 North America
Q&A
WestJet pilot Steve Will takes a break from Boeing 737s
and talks about flying with the Canadian Forces Snowbirds.
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One month left
Seize the Sun
It’s appropriate that I’m introducing
you to our August issue, filled with tips and
inspiration on how to end the sweetest season
with a bang, from Kona on the Big Island
of Hawaii. Talk about a place optimized for
round-the-clock fun in the sun (and moonlight).
My family and I spent a 16-hour period that
kicked off with an epic breakfast comprised of
ingredients grown mere feet from the kitchen. That was followed
by snorkelling with parrot fish, eel and green turtles. We then left
the depths for a mind-blowing aerial tour of the youngest and
(appropriately) most hyperactive of the Hawaiian Islands.
Cal at Paradise Helicopters knows the island as well as anyone and spends his days revealing the Big Island’s little-known
secret: it boasts 11 of the planet’s 13 climate zones. This means
a ratio of experiences-to-land mass unmatched on the planet—
including the most striking: flowing lava, to which local heli
companies get so close that your eyes get dry.
After a quick bite watching a psychedelic sunset in downtown
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giant manta rays coaxed to the surface with plankton-attracting
spotlights. In Kona, one day can easily feel like an entire
vacation if your aim is to optimize your time.
This was my aim today and our aim with this issue. We,
of course, celebrate the Big Island (and WestJet’s other aloha
destinations) with our Value Guide to Hawaii on page 18. Our new
Value Guide section will kick off every issue, spotlighting WestJet’s best destinations for less. And yes, we fully encourage you to
test our “24 Hours for $24” recommendation… just maybe not on
your honeymoon or anything resembling a romantic getaway.
We also help you make the most of the last month of summer
in Canada on page 33. Writer Eric Rumble serves up classic
destinations in six Canadian cities and taps prominent and
proud locals for their strategies for doing their towns right
when the clock is ticking.
Enjoy this issue and the rest of your summer and, as always,
please share your tips and stories at upmagazine.com.
Happy trails.
Tom Gierasimczuk, editor
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Contributors
Calgary writer and up! contributor Shelley Arnusch (“Flying
High,” pg. 26) tells stories regularly in the pages of Avenue
Calgary, as well as Swerve magazine, where she is known
for her weekly “Cheap Date” column. How are you ending
summer with a bang? ”Lazy rafting sessions on
Calgary‛s Elbow River, motocross rides and
lots and lots of patio cocktails.“
John Heckathorn (“Value Guide to Hawaii,” pg. 18) is editor
of HAWAI‘I Magazine and hawaiimagazine.com. He’s lived
in the Aloha state for more than 30 years. How are you
ending summer with a bang? ”I am ending it by going
back into the classroom for the first time in
decades… to teach journalism.“
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Nelson, B.C.-based photographer Kari Medig (“Social
Networking in Winnipeg,” pg. 42) wandered Winnipeg
for this month's story. “The licence plates don’t lie:
Manitobans are friendly!” he says. How are you ending
summer with a bang? ”I hope to leap off of a
dock and cannonball the second the clock
turns over from summer to fall.“
On the cover
Pro surfer Anastasia Ashley hangs
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hawaii
No economic roller-coaster can change the fact that Hawaii is
heaven on Earth. But it can put paradise on sale. That’s why now
is a great time to go. New and plentiful hotels want heads in beds
badly (like “free-spa-and-meals” badly), plus the crowds have
thinned. But what hasn’t changed is that some of the Aloha state’s
best things are still absolutely free. We hit up locals and scour
deals to deliver the best bang for your buck in an American Eden
Local Knowledge
Surfing prodigy Anastasia Ashley shares her 10 favourite
things that are well worth the money in her island home
It’s one of those “only in Hawaii” stories: a five-year-old moves to the Islands
and is bobbing on a surfboard within weeks; she starts competing just two years
later and grows up to become one of the planet’s top professional female surfers by age 23. And her story doesn’t end there. This past spring, she added winning the
North Shore Soap Factory Pipeline Women’s Pro to her long list of accolades. Given
her kinetic lust for life, Anastasia Ashley (pictured left) knows how to shop smart. Here
are her top 10 things well worth the money, from Kona to Kauai. —Tom Gierasimczuk
Airwalk Sandals
“Airwalk makes the best
sandals. They’re stylish,
built tough and can withstand long walks on the
beach and the dirt roads
of Hawaii.” ($12)
Melvin at J Salon
“Melvin really knows good
hair, and can get you looking great for a night out
on Waikiki.” ($55; 1240 Ala
Moana Blvd., Honolulu;
808-550-4441; jsalon.com)
North Shore Explorer
Helicopter Tour from
Paradise Helicopters
“A helicopter tour is a
must. The North Shore
waves and the nearby valleys make for an exciting
way to view one of the
world’s surfing meccas.”
(from $50; Turtle Bay
Resort, North Shore,
Oahu; 808-969-7392;
paradisecopters.com)
Tropical Crush Treatment
from Abhasa Spa
Kona Brewing Company
Tour
“I love this all-natural soap,
infused with Hawaiian
Kukui Nut Oil that protects
the skin’s natural moisture
without blocking pores.”
($5.50; 67–106 Kealohanui
St., Waialua, Oahu; 808637-8400; hawaiianbathbody.com)
“Complimentary brewery
tours are available two
times a day, seven days
a week. Check out the
restaurant, where you can
sample some of Hawaii’s
best beer for just $5.”
(free; 75–5629 Kuakini Hwy.,
Kailua, Kona; 808-334-2739;
konabrewingco.com)
Bikini from San Lorenzo
Haleiwa
“A cute store selling mostly
in-style bikinis with a Brazilian twist, as well as beach
coverups.” ($85; 66–057 Kamehameha Hwy., Haleiwa;
808-637-3200; sanlorenzobikinis.com)
Burger from Duane’s
Ono-Char Burger
Poke from Da Pokeman
Fish Market “The best poke on the
island, hands down. The
Ahi Limu Poke adds a
new, fresh twist on a local
favourite.” ($3 – $7, but
samples are free; 36 N.
Kamehameha Hwy.,
Honolulu; 808-622-4629)
“The ‘Local Boy’ burger—with
teriyaki sauce and pineapple—is the one to check
out. It will leave you wanting
to come back for more.” ($7;
4–4350 Kuhio Hwy., Anahola,
Kauai; 808-822-9181)
Sunrise Special from
Haleakala Bike Company
“You get to watch the sun
come up over the crater,
which is breathtaking. And
the best way to see it is
on a bike.” ($115; 810 Haiku
Rd., Haiku; 888-922-2453;
bikemaui.com)
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“A serious body scrub to
exfoliate your body after
a long day at the beach.
Tropical Crush removes
your toxins and makes your
skin feel baby-smooth.”
($190; 2259 Kalakaua Ave.,
Honolulu; 808-922-8200;
abhasa.com)
Coconut Cream Soap from
North Shore Soap Factory
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Value guide
Hawaii
Value-added Tips
Remember that student and
senior discounts apply at
many Hawaiian shops and
attractions, so bring ID.
Great Hotels for the Money
For dining, buy
the US$35 Hawaii
Entertainment Book.
It’s full of coupons,
including ones for
higher-end restaurants
(entertainment.com).
Splurge
Splurge
Splurge
The Royal Hawaiian
Four Seasons Resort Maui
St. Regis Princeville
In 1927, the iconic Pink Palace
grabbed the best stretch of Waikiki
Beach, and it just spent US$60 million
to renovate its enviable perch (from
$310, but consider the higher-priced
rooms that offer a $1,000 resort credit).
Hollywood’s luxurious Hawaiian
hangout features attentive service and
a beach so good-looking, Sports Illustrated shot a swimsuit issue there (from
$595 a night, which includes either a
$100 resort credit or a fifth night free).
Splendidly renovated, this luxury property serves up stunning views of Hanalei Bay from most rooms— even from the shower (from $640
a night, with some packages offering
a fourth night free).
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Aston Kauai Beach at Makaiwa
Located half a block from the beach, the hotel’s contemporary rooms include complimentry breakfast and wi-fi (from $150).
As gorgeous as the bay it overlooks, this low-rise resort offers plantationstyle studios and suites, recreation facilities and daily cultural presentations (from $240 a night).
Centrally located on 10 oceanfront
acres, the Aston has a great pool and
low rates that often include breakfast
for two (from $97 a night).
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808-923-7311 | royal-hawaiian.com
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Splurge
Kona Village Resort
72–300 Maheawalu Dr., Kohala Coast
808-325-5555 | konavillage.com
Live as large as ancient Hawaiian royalty
at the state’s only all-inclusive resort,
with authentic individual thatched roof
bungalows and included family activities strewn between surreal black lava
fields and the teal Pacific (from $1,000
per night for a family of four).
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On the water, with tidepools and two
ancient stone temples, this resort has an
extensive cultural program, free breakfast
and great sunsets (from $279 a night).
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24 Hours for $24 (or Less)
big island
We challenged a panel of tight-fisted (but high-living)
islanders to create a day’s worth of fun for (almost) free
Kauai
Honolulu,
Oahu
Maui
Big
Island
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MORNING | Free
Hike the 6.5-km
section of the Kalalau
Trail from Ke’e Beach
to Hanakapiai Beach and
soak in the views of the
vast Pacific beyond
(kalalautrail.com).
BREAKFAST | $5.50
Start the day right with
the delicious and plentiful
macadamia nut pancakes at
Tip Top Motel in Lihue, the
island’s largest town (3173
Akahi St.; 808-245-2333).
BREAKFAST | $1.50
Fuel up with the carb-packed
local favourite, Spam musubi—
rice, canned ham and
seaweed (available from most
convenience
stores).
EARLY MORNING | Free
In Wailea, on the south
coast of Maui, go for an
invigorating run on the
stunning Wailea Beach
Path and take a quick dip
in the ocean.
BREAKFAST | $6
Still damp from the sea,
grab a cup of coffee and
a muffin at the Wailea
Beach Marriott’s beachside coffee stand (3700
Wailea Alanui, Maui).
BREAKFAST | $4
Go where the locals
go. Just outside of
Hilo, The Isles Café
has large and fresh
servings for the
price of a fancy
coffee back home
(93 Lihiwai St.;
808-969-3434).
MORNING | Free
Hike up Diamond
Head Crater for stunning views of Honolulu and its verdant,
craggy surroundings
(enter off Diamond
Head Road between
Makapuu Avenue
and 18th Avenue).
LUNCH | $8.70
Join the workday crowd for
a Hawaii-style plate lunch
and coffee at the President
Obama-approved Rainbow
Drive-In (3308 Kanaina Ave.;
808-737-0177; rainbowdrivein.com).
MORNING | Free
Drive upcountry to Ali’i Kula
Lavender Farm and tour the
fragrant garden. If you want
to know more about the
beguiling flower, splurge on
the $12 guided walking tour
(1100 Waipoli Rd., Kula; 808878-3004; aklmaui.com).
MORNING | Free
Cruise the Hilo Farmers Market for
flowers, fresh produce and local
crafts. A multicultural food court
and a bustling street scene wake up
even the groggiest tourist (Mamo
Street and Kamehameha Avenue;
open every day, but Wednesdays
and Saturdays are best; 808-9331000; hilofarmersmarket.com).
The local cheapskates | Yvonne Biegel and Jessica Ferracane are the authors of 50 Thrifty Restaurants guidebooks.
Kim Steutermann Rogers and Stephanie Kaluahine Reid are longtime Kauai residents who love a deal.
Value-added Tip
For US$30, you can buy a Gold
Card that discounts most Island
activities and attractions by
up to 25 per cent. It’s good for
a year and covers up
to four people
(hawaiifun.org).
LUNCH | $6.50
Eat up some local flavour by picking up a
tub of poke—marinated yellow fin tuna
tossed with seaweed, salt and soy sauce—
at Pono Market for an impromptu picnic
(4–1300 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa; 808-822-4581).
AFTERNOON | Free
Stroll, swim or snooze on
Waikiki Beach. Be sure to
bring some suntan lotion.
LUNCH | $7.75
Bite into the succulent
all-natural beef or elk burger
grilled at the Ulupalakua Ranch
store, just a 15-minute drive
from the lavender farm (Hwy.
37, Kula; 808-878-2561; ulupalakuaranch.com).
EARLY EVENING | Free
Walk in gratis and watch Kanoe
Miller hula dance at
House Without a
Key (Halekulani
Hotel, 2199 Kalia
Rd.; 808-923-2311;
halekulani.com).
AFTERNOON | Free
Join a free tour and tasting at
Tedeschi Winery at Ulupalakua
Ranch, Hawaii’s most popular winery. Don’t miss
the mind-blowing
pineapple wine
(Hwy. 37, Kula;
877-878-6058;
mauiwine.com).
DINNER | $7.75
Finish off the day
with a steaming
bowl of ramen at
Waikiki’s Ezogiku
noodle café (2146
Kalakaua Ave.;
808-926-8616).
DINNER | $10
Grab a yummy dinner in
style at the Maui Arts &
Cultural Center. Entrées
start at $10 and are catered by rotating local
restaurants (1 Cameron
Way, Kahului; 808-2422787; mauiarts.org).
AFTERNOON | Free
Drive through coffee country and try free samples and learn
about the industry at award-winning Hula Daddy Kona
Coffee (74–4944 Mamalahoa Hwy., Holualoa; 808-327-9744;
huladaddy.com).
getting there WestJet flies to Honolulu four times and Maui three times weekly
from Vancouver this month. Service to Kauai and Kona resumes in December 2010.
DINNER | $7
Saimin—broth and noodles
garnished with an impressive list of toppings—is
the quintessential Kauai
meal, and it doesn’t get
better than Hamura
Saimin, the locally loved
diner (2956 Kress St.,
Lihue; 808-245-3271).
EVENING | Free
Don’t buy a ticket to a
Waikiki Shell concert—
hear the music for free
outside while strolling
Waikiki’s Kapiolani Park
(3902 Paki Ave., Honolulu).
EVENING | Free
Stay at the Maui Arts &
Cultural Center for the
free galleries. Also, try
catching a concert (tickets
start at $10) frequently
held there.
DINNER | $4.50
Back in Kona, arrive between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m.
for the half-price food at the King Kamehameha Hotel’s Billfish Bar. The kalua pork
quesadillas are amazing (75–5660 Palani Rd.,
Kailua-Kona; 808-329-2911).
Billfish Bar photo courtesy of King
Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel
LUNCH | $10.75
Drive to Kona and sate
your hunger with some
of the best fresh local
fish and chips in the state
at the open-air Harbor
House in Honokohau
Harbor (74–425 Kealakehe Pkwy., Kailua-Kona;
808-326-4166).
AFTERNOON | $5
Drive to Kilauea and the lighthouse at the
Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge. It’s
one of the best places in Hawaii to spot
wildlife, including the largest population of
nesting seabirds in the state. The lighthouse
is open, but still undergoing renovations
this summer, so call ahead for hours of
operation (end of Kilauea Road, Kilauea;
808-828-1413; fws.gov/kilaueapoint).
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My Town
STORY BY Nicole Pointon ILLUSTRATION BY OLIVER JEFFERS
New York city
COFFEE “Cafe Pedlar is a weekend treat for
me,” Jeffers says of the Viennese-style coffee
house specializing in Old World desserts
like strudels and tortes. “There’s a farmers
market six blocks down, so it’s a good place
to meet friends.” (210 Court St.; 718-855-7129;
cafepedlar.com)
MORE COFFEE “If I need a bit of pep
during the week, I’ll walk over and have an
espresso at Building on Bond—Italian-style
to just refresh the brain—and sit there and
take stock.” (112 Bond St.; 347-853-8687)
READS “Bookcourt is a great independent
bookstore. There are so few of them left.
They have a fantastic kids selection as well.
We go in there with our friend’s three-yearold and she loves it.” (163 Court St.; 718-8753677; bookcourt.org)
HOME COOKING “Our new apartment
has a great kitchen, so I stop off on my
way home from the studio to see what
Fish Tales Gourmet Seafood Market has.
We’ve never had a dull meal that started
there.” (191A Court St.; 718-246-1346;
fishtalesonline.com)
DINNER “Noodle Pudding is this Italian
restaurant that changes its specials every
day. It’s real cheap and is one of the best
restaurants I’ve ever been to. We never
order. The waiter comes over and I ask
what’s good, and they just feed us.”
(38 Henry St.; 718-625-3737)
Oliver Jeffers’ Brooklyn
The children’s book author and artist shares his
favourite places in the New York borough where
he lives, works and lets his imagination run wild
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BELFAST-RAISED OLIVER JEFFERS liked New York from the first time he visited
a summer camp upstate as a boy. And he still liked it when he relocated there full
time to pursue his craft after the commercial success and slew of awards following his first few children’s books—even though he and his girlfriend didn’t really
know their neighbours. “People were always moving in and out of our Manhattan
building; it was hard to get to know anyone,” he says. But the author and illustrator of such kids’ classics as How to Catch a Star (2004), Lost and Found (2005)
and this year’s The Heart and the Bottle, really fell for New York when he moved
to Brooklyn Heights across the East River almost two years ago. Besides the epic
views of Manhattan’s skyline, he revels in an abundance of culinary gems, cycling trails and an artist community that inspires its own. Small wonder then that
Jeffers is one of its biggest cheerleaders. “Everything that’s exciting in New York
is happening in Brooklyn,” he says. Here’s where the hottest star in children’s
picture books fuels his creative fire.
OUTDOORS “When I first visited New
York, a friend took me to the Brooklyn
Promenade for the best view of the city.
Today, our apartment backs right onto
it and whenever we have friends over
for a meal, we don’t have any outdoor
space, so we just go there and congregate.” (South of the Brooklyn Bridge)
SHOP “I love the Brooklyn Flea market
in Fort Greene. My fiancée, Suzanne,
cringes whenever we go there. If it’s
old and orange and leather, I’ll buy it.
It has great old clothes, too. It’s exactly
what it promises.” (176 Lafayette Ave.;
brooklynflea.com)
DRINK “The Brooklyn Inn is a great
neighbourhood bar—a classic bar. It’s
close to my studio and has a great mix
of people.” (148 Hoyt St.; 718-522-2525)
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dating scene: the person who has the savvy to provide singles advice on how to
meet people — the “wing-woman.” Jacquie shines some light on today’s dating
scene and what singles need to consider to be successful when finding that
special someone.
What do you tell
your clients before
they go out?
dating scene today?
Rule number one: Never talk
about a past relationship. It
can instill feelings of jealousy,
awkwardness, or insecurity in
seconds. If it comes up, give a
brief answer and change the
subject. Studies show people
find you more interesting when
you ask questions about them.
If you don’t know what to ask,
just pause a moment to think
. . . silence can be sexy and
mysterious. And of course..be
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When we started It’s Just Lunch eighteen
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themselves and began talking – done.
Now, couples chat, email, instant
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Q+A
Flying High
WestJet pilot Steve Will takes a break
from Boeing 737s and talks about flying
with the Canadian Forces Snowbirds
From flying combat missions over Serbia as part of
Operation Allied Force, to lifting national spirits as a member
of the Canadian Forces’ iconic Snowbirds demonstration
squadron, WestJet First Officer Steve Will has a long and
storied career in the air. A WestJet pilot since 2008, Lt. Col.
Will was called back by the Snowbirds earlier this year to
serve a three-month stint as Commanding Officer—an honour
his employer supported. We caught up with the prodigious
pilot as he wrapped up his most recent tour with the famous
formation flyers.
Out of all the aircraft you’ve flown, what’s your favourite?
Do the Snowbird pilots use call signs the way they do in Top Gun?
All the fighter pilots do, and most of the Snowbird guys do, too.
What’s yours?
“Swill.” There are little rules and regulations on [informal] call signs,
all unofficial; many are a play on your name. The other way you get
them is through a conspicuous act of buffoonery….One guy I used
to fly with was “Dune” because he wrecked his commanding officer’s
jeep in the desert in the Gulf War.
“The day
you don't
walk out
to the jet
with a smile
on your face
and feel
excited about
flying, it's
time to
leave the
Air Force”
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The CF-18 Hornet, hands down. It has so much power, so much
sheer flying ability, that it becomes an extension of your own body.
If you want to put the airplane somewhere in time and space, you
just do it. It’s just a beautiful machine. Having said that, some of my
fondest memories are also flying on the wing and leading the Snowbirds.
There’s something about flying in a nine-plane formation and doing
loops and rolls, or leading the formation and having the wingmen
around you following your cues. Everything you do, they follow
nd mimic perfectly. You all become really close.
Is there a specific piece of advice from your military training
that you’ve kept with you through the years?
A wise fighter pilot colonel once told me, “Know your numbers cold.”
What he meant is, you better be totally prepared every time you strap
an airplane on. Those were his words; you don’t climb into these jets,
you “strap them on your back.” At the beginning of our training, he
said, “The day you don’t walk out to the jet with a smile on your
face and feel excited about flying, it’s time to leave the Air Force.”
How about passenger jets? Do you still walk out to them
with a smile on your face?
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You know what? I do. I’m a pilot at heart. You hear people talking
about moving on from the Air Force to the commercial airlines and
saying the flying isn’t going to be fun, and I think that’s ridiculous.
Sure it’s not going to be loops and rolls, it’s not going to be dogfighting in an F-18, but why would you think it would be? It’s a different
job, a different mission, but it’s still flying a jet. It’s still the professionalism of getting into an aircraft and doing a good job. Every time
I fly a 737, I try to improve, to do things better, smarter, ultimately
safely, but also economically. We’re all still focused on a mission,
and in that way, it’s very much like the Air Force.
See Them Yourself
Summer may be fleeting, but the Snowbirds are still
taking to the skies. Check them out at these air shows
in and around WestJet destinations:
Aug. 4 Whitecourt, Alta.
Sept. 1 Brantford, Ont.
Aug. 7 – 8 Wetaskiwin, Alta.
Sept. 4 – 6 Toronto, Ont.
Aug. 11 Rocky Mountain
House, Alta.
Sept. 11 – 12 Shearwater, N.S.
Aug. 13 – 15 Abbotsford, B.C.
Aug. 21 – 22 Windsor, Ont.
Sept. 25 – 26 Chico, Calif.
Oct. 1 – 3 Miramar, Calif.
Oct. 9 – 10 Daytona, Fla.
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Downtown
Hoedown
To cheap locals and
a few sly visitors, it’s
an unbeatable (and
free) spot to watch
the Calgary Stampede.
It’s also the classic
Calgary lookout and
the best view of the
skyline and mountains
in tandem. This summer, the easy walk
up to Scotsman’s Hill
also lets you see another spectacle: the
city’s future identity
taking shape
Scotsman’s Hill is a short
climb, either up the quiet
residential streets from the
Ramsay neighbourhood or
by stairs from the east side
of the Stampede grounds,
behind the Saddledome.
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SUNCOR ENERGY CENTRE
At 705 feet of glass and granite, the
52-story west office tower has been
Canada’s tallest building outside of
Toronto for more than a quarter century.
CALGARY TOWER
At 626 feet, the former Husky Tower was the tallest structure
in Canada when it opened in 1968, but was surpassed by a
Toronto skyscraper less than a year later. It remained top dog
in downtown Calgary until it was finally outdone in 1983. Soon
it’ll be out of the top five, but it’s still as iconic as ever.
EIGHTH AVENUE PLACE
Rising from the ashes of Penny Lane Mall and
the original Cowboys saloon, the first of two
planned office towers will reach 49 stories
and contain more than a million square feet of
office space (plus another 50,000 for retailers
and restaurateurs). It’s the city’s first high-rise
office building to be pre-certified LEED gold
for core and shell construction due to the
planned holistic approach of the buildings’
owners and tenants. The building is slated
to open next year.
THE BOW
The practical purpose of this new corporate monolith brings together the
3,300 employees of natural gas giant EnCana and oil company Cenovus
(formerly one company before they split last fall) under one roof. Scheduled
to be completed in 2011, Canada’s fourth-tallest skyscraper (58 stories and
810 feet) will be no less than a crescent-shaped testament to the country’s
oil and gas capital’s global heft. Case in point: the foundation pour alone
took 36 consecutive hours and more than 14,000 cubic metres of concrete,
making it the third-largest skyscraper foundation on the planet.
ARRIVA 1
Originally, real estate heavyweight John Torode envisioned
four condos to revitalize Victoria Park, the neighbourhood alongside the expanding Stampede grounds,
beginning with this 36-story glass condo. Construction
on a larger second tower stopped abruptly last year and
Torode declared insolvency five months later, becoming
the city’s poster boy for the Great Recession’s fallout.
NATIONAL MUSIC CENTRE
The $94 million needed to enshrine the legendary King Eddy Hotel
and build a grandiose stage for the Cantos Music Foundation’s amazing 1,000-piece collection is still being raised, but the schematics paint
an enthralling picture. The design aims to emulate the landscape with
conceptual nods to hoodoos and grain elevators, and to consider the
entire facility itself as a giant instrument. The five-story, 100,000-sq.-ft.
building promises performance spaces and recording studios throughout, and lots of interpretive museum space to showcase the Country
Music Hall of Fame collection and Cantos’ trove of keyboard instruments and vintage electronic equipment.
EAST VILLAGE
Redevelopment proposals call for a pedestrian promenade that cuts diagonally across the long-blighted
49-acre grid, linking the future National Music Centre
to the newly landscaped river walk beside the city’s
birthplace at Fort Calgary, and attracting commercial
projects to create a mixed-use community that is walkable, architecturally innovative and built to show off
the nearby confluence of the Bow and Elbow rivers.
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VANCOUVER
The Grouse Grind
Forget just looking at Vancouver’s mountainous bounty. A quick drive to the North Shore
deposits you at the foot of the city’s famous
gauntlet-on-the-urban fringe. The Grouse Grind
packs more than 850 metres of elevation gain
and ends at about 1,120 metres above sea level.
The steep trail is just shy of three kilometres, with
2,830 stairs and twice as many gnarly tree roots,
rock faces and verdant alpine canopies. Mercifully,
there are three restaurants up top and a gondola to
ride back down.
Grouse Grind
Pour simplement voir les montagnes de Vancouver. Une
rapide promenade en voiture sur la côte nord vous dépose
au pied de la voie de cheminement en bordure de la ville.
Grouse Grind représente une ascension de plus de 850 mètres et
se termine à une altitude de 1 120 mètres au-dessus du niveau de
la mer. La piste raide fait presque trois kilomètres avec 2 830 marches,
et deux fois plus de racines noueuses, parois rocheuses et couvert forestier.
Dieu merci, il y a trois restaurants et un téléphérique pour descendre.
Local Intelligence
Secret Local
“On Saturdays and Sundays, I usually leave
around 9 a.m. and go for a nice long walk
around the seawall and watch people go
by. I love people-watching, so I get a coffee,
usually from JJ Bean on Granville Island, and
I just wander aimlessly.” —Vikram Vij, coowner, chef and proprietor (with his wife,
Meeru Dhalwala) of the globally renowned
side-by-side Indian dining rooms Vij’s Restaurant and Rangoli
« Le samedi et le dimanche, je sors habituellement vers 9 heures du matin pour une belle
promenade le long du seawall et j’observe les
passants. J’adore regarder les gens. Je prends
donc habituellement un café de JJ Bean à
Granville Island et je flâne. » —Vikram Vij,
chef et copropriétaire (avec son épouse,
Meeru Dhalwala) de Vij’s Restaurant and
Rangoli, salles à manger indiennes situées
côte-à-côte
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“Vancouver Aquarium in Stanley Park is
located in such a great place… and it’s a great
indoor activity when it rains in Vancouver,
which can happen quite often. My two kids
love going. They get very excited to see all
the marine life and the interesting shapes
and colours. My favourite part about going
is seeing how excited the kids get to see
new things.” —Daniel Sedin, Vancouver
Canucks left-winger
« L’aquarium de Vancouver au parc Stanley
se trouve dans un endroit fantastique. C’est
une belle activité à l’intérieur quand il pleut
à Vancouver, ce qui arrive assez souvent.
Mes deux enfants aiment y aller. Ils adorent
voir la faune et flore marines et toutes les
couleurs et les formes intéressantes. Ce que
j’aime le mieux, moi, c’est voir le plaisir des
enfants devant de nouvelles choses. »
—Daniel Sedin, ailier gauche des Canucks
de Vancouver
Sterling Lorence photo
« Parc-vélo Whistler Mountain Le parc commence dans la
vallée et monte jusqu’aux deux tiers de la montagne. C’est
une magnifique forêt ancienne. La plupart des gens ne
se rendent pas compte que le parc a des pistes de divers
degrés de difficulté. Tout le monde y trouve son compte. »
—Ashleigh McIvor, médaillée d’or au cross aux Jeux
olympiques d’hiver de 2010
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“Whistler Mountain Bike Park, hands down. It starts right
in the valley and goes about two-thirds of the way up the
mountain. It’s all old-growth forest up there, and it’s so
beautiful. Most people don’t realize the park has a lot of
variety in degrees of difficulty; there’s something for everyone.” —Ashleigh McIvor, gold medal winner in women’s
ski cross at the 2010 Winter Olympic Games
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Classic Classique
CALGARY
Canada Olympic Park
This small ski hill and world-class training facility morphs into
a thrill-seeker’s emporium in the summer. Mountain bikers test
their mettle on everything from steep glade runs to winding
single tracks to teeter-totters, drops and big jumps. There’s also
a 30-foot climbing wall, trampoline bungees, a Zorbing course
and, for skittish parents, minigolf.
Parc olympique Canada
Cette petite station de ski et ce centre de formation de calibre mondial
se transforme en un centre pour amateurs de sensations fortes l’été. Les
vététistes se mesurent à tout : pistes sous-bois raides, sentiers sinueux à
voie simple, bascules et grands sauts. Il y a aussi une structure artificielle
d’escalade de 30 pi de haut, des élastiques de trampoline, un parcours Zorbing et évidemment pour les parents nerveux, un mini-golf.
Local Intelligence
Secret Local
“I take my daughter to Heritage Park Historical Village. We ride the authentic steam
train, get off at the antique midway and
ride the Ferris wheel, caterpillar and swings
as many times as she likes. There’s never
much in the way of lineups, and once she’s
had her fill of all that, we get an ice cream
and talk about the wonders of the age of
rail. It’s almost embarrassingly wholesome.
Also, consistently magical.” —Chris Turner,
author of The Geography of Hope
« J’amène ma fille au parc Heritage. Nous
prenons la vieille locomotive à vapeur et
descendons aux manèges antiques, faisons
autant de tours dans la grande roue, la
chenille et les balançoires qu’elle le désire.
Il n’y a jamais de file d’attente. Lorsqu’elle
en a assez, nous prenons une glace et parlons des merveilles du chemin de fer. C’est
tellement sain que c’en est presque gênant.
Et puis toujours magique. » —Chris Turner,
auteur de The Geography of Hope
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“Nothing beats a long afternoon stroll with
any of my kids or friends along the magical
river path that runs beside Calgary’s Bow
River… before crossing the bridge into
Prince’s Island Park. There we sit on the
stairs and people-watch, which is always interesting. We inevitably end up at River Café,
sitting at an outdoor patio table, sipping
a glass of crisp white. It’s calming, relaxing,
peaceful, beautiful.” —Arlene Dickinson,
CEO of Venture Communications and star
of CBC Television’s Dragons’ Den
« Rien ne vaut une longue promenade l’aprèsmidi avec mes enfants ou des amis sur le
sentier qui longe la rivière Bow… avant de
traverser le pont pour le parc Prince’s Island.
Nous nous installons sur les marches et
regardons les gens passer, ce qui est toujours
intéressant. Nous finissons au River Café,
dehors sur la terrasse avec un verre de vin
blanc vif. C’est un endroit paisible, reposant,
tranquille et beau. » —Arlene Dickinson, chef
de la direction de Venture Communications
et vedette à l’émission Dragons’ Den à la
chaîne anglaise de Radio-Canada
“I love to stroll through the Calgary Zoo,
where they’ve just added to the Prehistoric
Park. It has life-sized animatronic dinosaurs
that move, make sounds and are incredibly
realistic! After touring the new conservatory and elephant enclosure, cross the Bow
River bridge into Inglewood. The backyard
garden at Rouge Restaurant is an idyllic
place to spend a sunny afternoon, so long as
it ends with their crème brûlée.” —Julie Van
Rosendaal, co-host of Viva’s It’s Just Food
and author of four cookbooks, including
One Smart Cookie
« J’aime flâner près du célèbre zoo de
Calgary, où l’on vient d’ajouter le parc
préhistorique. Il compte 20 dinosaures
animatroniques qui bougent, émettent
des sons et qui sont terriblement réalistes.
Après le nouveau jardin d’hiver et l’enclos
des éléphants, je traverse le pont de la Bow
pour me rendre à Inglewood. Le jardin du
Restaurant Rouge est idyllique pour passer
un après-midi au soleil, dans la mesure où il
se termine par une crème brûlée. » —Julie
Van Rosendaal, co-animatrice de It’s Just
Food à Viva et auteure de quatre livres de
cuisine, dont One Smart Cookie
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WINNIPEG
Classic Classique
The Forks
Early aboriginals used the confluence of the Assiniboine and Red rivers
as a rendezvous, and modern Winnipeggers have followed suit with
gusto. There are historical exhibits and artifacts, peaceful gardens and
river perches, an artisan and food market, ongoing festivals, community events and possibly the country’s best downtown skate park. Even
Burton Cummings in a Speedo couldn’t draw this much attention on a
sunny afternoon.
La Fourche
Il y a très longtemps, les Autochtones utilisaient le confluent des rivières
Assiniboine et Rouge comme point de rendez-vous. De nos jours, les habitants
de Winnipeg ont gardé cette belle tradition. Il y a des expositions historiques,
des artéfacts, des jardins tranquilles, des perches sur la rivière, des boutiques
d’artisanat et un marché alimentaire, des festivals, des événements communautaires
et peut-être même le meilleur planchodrome urbain au pays. Même Burton Cummings
en Speedo ne pourrait pas attirer plus d’attention par un après-midi de soleil.
Local Intelligence
Secret Local
“Whiteshell Provincial Park is beautiful anytime, but it’s really quite special around early
fall. You canoe into a lake, portage to the next,
camp out on an island and, if wild rice is plentiful, you can go out and pick it. Entire families
would pick up and leave from my community
and go live there for two weeks or a month in
early September… It was a pretty special time
for the Ojibwa communities from the Interlake
and along the east side of Lake Winnipeg.”
—Phil Fontaine, three-time National Chief of
the Assembly of First Nations
« Le parc provincial Whiteshell est très beau
en tout temps, mais vraiment magnifique au
début de l’automne. On traverse le lac en
canot, on fait du portage jusqu’au prochain
lac, on campe sur une île et s’il y a assez de
riz sauvage, on peut en ramasser. Des familles
entières quittaient leur communauté pour
venir s’installer ici pendant deux semaines
ou un mois au début de septembre. C’était
une période très spéciale pour les collectivités Ojibwa de la région située entre les lacs
et de la côte est du lac Winnipeg. » —Phil
Fontaine, trois fois élu chef national de
l’Assemblée des Premières nations
« En août se déroule Folklorama, célébration de cultures avec plus de 40 pavillons
mettant en vedette spectacles et nourriture
de partout dans le monde. Je suis fervente
du pavillon israélien à cause des merveilleux
spectacles du groupe folklorique Chai. J’aime
voir cette animation, puis me se reposer en
prenant un verre de vin rouge sur l’une des
terrasses sur l’avenue Corydon, l’endroit par
excellence pour regarder les gens. » —Gail
Asper, présidente de la Asper Foundation,
groupe présidant la création du nouveau
musée canadien des droits de la personne
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“I spend time every weekend in Birds Hill
Provincial Park. I have a horse, and there are
miles of paths to take the horse on. When
I’m out there in the middle of all this rugged
nature, I don’t feel like I’m even close to Winnipeg. You can get lost in the forest... in fact,
I probably would get lost if the horse didn’t
always find the way back. And, from downtown Winnipeg, it’s only a 40-minute drive
north on Highway 59.” —Tara Birtwhistle,
Gemini Award winner and principal dancer
at the Royal Winnipeg Ballet
« Je passe tous mes weekends au parc Birds
Hill. J’ai un cheval et il y a des kilomètres de
sentiers pour l’équitation. Lorsque je suis
là-bas, en pleine nature sauvage, je me sens
loin de Winnipeg. On peut même se perdre
en forêt... en fait, je me perdrais sans doute si
le cheval ne trouvait pas toujours le chemin
du retour. Et ce n’est qu’à 40 minutes de route
au nord du centre de Winnipeg en prenant
l’autoroute 59. » —Tara Birtwhistle, lauréate
d’un prix Gémeaux et première danseuse du
Royal Winnipeg Ballet
“In August comes Folklorama, a celebration
of cultures from around the world, with more
than 40 pavilions competing to deliver the
best shows and food. I’m a huge fan of the
Israeli pavilion because of the outstanding
performances of the Chai Folk Ensemble. It’s
great to check out all the action and then
wind down with a glass of red wine at one of
the outdoor patios along Corydon Avenue,
where the people-watching is unbeatable!” —Gail Asper, president of The Asper
Foundation, the group spearheading the
Canadian Museum for Human Rights
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Classic Classique
TORONTO
Toronto Islands
Where there’s overbearing smog and bustle, there’s an antidote.
Quick ferry rides to the Toronto Islands chain offer mellow
beaches, extended parkland and a fresh perspective on the
Centre of the Universe. If lolling is too low key, there are also
biking and walking paths, boat rentals and moorings, the
Centreville Amusement Park, a disc golf course and acres
of sports pitches.
Îles de Toronto
Lorsque le smog et l’agitation deviennent insupportables, c’est
l’antidote. Un rapide voyage en bateau vers les îles de Toronto avec
leurs plages calmes, les vastes parcs et une nouvelle perspective sur le
Centre de l’univers. Si se prélasser est trop discret, il y a le vélo, les sentiers
de marche, la location de bateaux et d’amarres, le parc d’attraction Centreville,
un terrain de disc-golf et beaucoup de place pour les jeux de balle.
Local Intelligence
Secret Local
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“Patios, we do early! It’s either The Rivoli,
a place I’ve been frequenting since I was a
teenager, or my local fave, The Beaconsfield....
A lot of my friends work and congregate
there. For backup, go across the street to The
Drake Hotel. And for a Hank Williams-inspired
nightlife commencement, check out Communist’s Daughter, Red Light or the Dakota
Tavern for whisky and great live music.” —k-os
(aka Kheaven Brereton), Juno Award-winning
musician and record producer
« Nous nous installons tôt sur les terrasses, soit
au Rivoli, où je vais depuis mon adolescence
ou encore la favorite, au Beaconsfield. Beaucoup de mes amis travaillent et s’y retrouvent.
Il y aussi l’hôtel Drake de l’autre côté de la
rue. Pour un début de soirée inspirée de Hank
Williams, optez pour Communist’s Daughter,
Red Light ou le Dakota Tavern pour du whiskey et une bonne musique live. » —k-os (alias
Kheaven Brereton), musicien lauréat d’un prix
Juno et producteur de disques
“I love hanging out in Little Italy. I’d usually
go to Presse Internationale, where you can
get all sorts of foreign magazines, then to Il
Gatto Nero to sit on the patio and read and
people-watch, one of my favourite things
to do. I’d get a cappuccino and two biscotti,
because it’s very hard to decide between the
chocolate and vanilla ones. At night, I would
go to The Royal, a great little cinema that
shows independent movies.” —Emily Hampshire, Gemini Award-winning actor
« J’adore me percher dans la Petite Italie.
Habituellement, je vais à la Presse Internationale où l’on trouve toutes sortes de revues
étrangères, puis à la terrasse de Il Gatto Nero
pour lire et voir les gens passer, une de mes
activités préférées. Je prends un cappuccino et
deux biscotti, parce que je ne peux pas choisir
entre le chocolat et la vanille. Le soir, je vais
au Royal, excellent petit cinéma où l’on joue
des films indépendants. » —Emily Hampshire,
actrice lauréate d’un prix Gémeaux
“Have an early breakfast overlooking the
mouth of the Niagara River at the Niagaraon-the-Lake Golf Club, the oldest in Canada.
Then spend the day driving through Niagara’s
tender fruit and grape country, visiting the
unique wineries and dining with the creative
young chefs in restaurants that proudly feature local cuisine, fresh from the farm.
I love to hang out at the bar at Restaurant
Oban Inn, run by my friend, Denis Davicino,
with his all-VQA wine list in Niagara-on-theLake.” —Donald Ziraldo, chairman of both
Ziraldo Icewine and the Vineland Research
and Innovation Centre
« Prenez le petit-déjeuner tôt avec vue
sur l’embouchure de la rivière Niagara au
terrain de golf Niagara-on-the-Lake, le plus
ancien au pays. Puis, passez la journée à vous
promener dans cette région reconnue pour
ses fruits et raisins en vous arrêtant à des
vineries spéciales. Dînez dans un restaurant
où un jeune chef créatif vous fera goûter
une cuisine locale avec des produits frais
de la ferme. J’aime me percher au bar du
restaurant Oban Inn, dirigé par un ami,
Denis Davicino; tous les vins VQA de
Niagara-on-the-Lake figurent sur sa carte. »
—Donald Ziraldo, président de Ziraldo
Icewine et du centre de recherche et
d'innovation Vineland
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MONTRÉAL
Classic Classique
Parc Jean-Drapeau
A microcosm of Montréal’s eclectic tastes and fantastic cultural beacons,
this 700-acre park is possibly the country’s most exhaustive family destination. The attractions spread out across Île Sainte-Hélène and Île Notre-Dame
include the iconic Expo ’67 geodesic Biosphere (an environmental museum), the Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve racetrack (open to cyclists and pedestrians),
La Ronde amusement park (from roller-coasters to teacups), English-style
gardens, public art, a beach, an aquatic complex and a bevy of summer festivals.
Parc Jean-Drapeau
Microcosme des goûts éclectiques et repères culturels fantastiques de Montréal,
ce parc de 700 acres est peut-être la destination familiale la plus exhaustive au
pays. Les attractions s’étendent sur l’Île Sainte-Hélène et l’Île Notre-Dame et incluent
le Biosphère géodésique iconique d’Expo 67 (musée de l’environnement), le Circuit
Gilles-Villeneuve (ouvert aux cyclistes et aux piétons), le parc d’amusement La Ronde
(manèges pour tous les goûts), les jardins anglais, l’art public, la plage, le complexe
aquatique et les nombreux festivals d’été.
Local Intelligence
Secret Local
« Le Vieux-Montréal devient un prolongement de ma cuisine. Je commence parfois
avec un verre de champagne ou un martini
extra-sec sur un des six sièges au Bartini de
W Montréal. Ensuite, je prends un bon plat
italien sur la terrasse de Da Emma, ou sinon
je vais chez Accords, restaurant reconnu pour
proposer un vin qui accompagne parfaitement un plat ou qui, au contraire le contraste.
Ensuite je prends un peu d’air frais à la Place
Jean-Paul Riopelle, nommée en l’honneur du
plus célèbre artiste canadien pour profiter du
feu et de la fontaine. » —Marie Saint-Pierre,
dessinatrice de mode iconique
“I love Murray Hill Park, ideally when the
sun is almost setting. There’s a clock tower
by the soccer fields, and you can go up on
the balcony and see out over the whole
park and the city around it. I’ve been going
there since I was four with my family, and
now I go there with friends because it’s
so familiar and comforting. We just bring
a blanket, grab a salad or something from
Mimi & Coco or the fromagerie over on
Rue Sherbrooke, hang out on the grass and
have a picnic.” —Nikki Yanofsky, jazz-pop
prodigy and philanthropist
« J’adore le parc Murray Hill, surtout juste
avant le coucher du soleil. On peut monter
au balcon du clocher qui se trouve près
des terrains de soccer et voir tout le parc
et une partie de la ville. J’y viens avec ma
famille depuis que j’ai quatre ans. Maintenant j’y amène des amis parce que c’est un
endroit tellement familier et réconfortant.
Nous apportons une couverture et une
salade ou autre chose de Mimi & Coco ou
de la fromagerie sur Sherbrooke pour un
pique-nique sur le gazon. » —Nikki Yanofsky, prodige du jazz-pop et philanthrope
“My daughters and I have a great tradition. We
begin with some vegan raw food at Crudessence. It’s the perfect destination if you love
to eat, but are very conscious of what you
put into your body. We then take a breath
of fresh air by climbing Mont Royal. What an
experience! It’s incredible to think we have a
mountain in the centre of the city. It makes us
feel alive. We finish our day by having a picnic
at ’Les tam tams du Mont Royal,’ [the locally
loved Sunday music fest] by the Sir Georges
Étienne Cartier monument. It’s pure fun!”
—Geneviève Grandbois, proprietor
of Chocolats Geneviève Grandbois
« Mes filles et moi, nous avons une belle
tradition. Nous commençons par des mets
végétaliens et de la nourriture crue chez
Crudessence. C’est une destination tout
indiquée si vous aimez manger, mais faites
attention à ce que vous mangez. Ensuite nous
prenons l’air frais en grimpant au Mont-Royal.
Quelle expérience! C’est incroyable de penser
que nous avons une montagne en plein centre-ville. On se sent en vie. Nous terminons
la journée par un pique-nique au tam-tam
du Mont-Royal [festival de musique local du
dimanche très populaire] près du monument
de Georges Étienne Cartier. C’est très agréable! » —Geneviève Grandbois, propriétaire
de Chocolats Geneviève Grandbois
getting there WestJet flies to Montréal 13 times daily from 10 Canadian, U.S. and international cities this month.
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Tourisme Montréal/Stéphan Poulin photo
“Old Montréal becomes an extension of
my kitchen. I might start with a glass of
champagne or an extra-dry martini on one
of the six barstools at the Bartini in the W
Montréal. Then maybe have some yummy
Italian on the beautiful terrace at Da Emma.
Or go to Accords, known for their very
original concept of proposing a wine that
goes with your food and one that does
not… And, for some fresh air, I go to Place
Jean-Paul Riopelle, named after the most
famous Canadian artist, and enjoy the fire
and water fountain.” —Marie Saint Pierre,
iconic fashion designer
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HALIFAX
Wandering the Halifax Waterfront
Classic Classique
Dive into Maritime lore at one of the country’s most
successful urban renewal projects. The Historic Properties,
a collection of 17th- and 18th-century warehouse buildings and wharves, now houses boutique and specialty
retailers, polished watering holes galore and the chance
to fuel up on some of the best seafood in Halifax. There’s
also the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, a new farmers
market by Pier 21 and, this month, the annual Buskerfest
with 500 family-friendly and fringe performances from all
over the planet.
Flâner au bord de l’eau
Plongez dans les traditions des Maritimes dans l’un des projets
de rénovation urbaine les plus réussis au pays. Les Propriétés historiques, collection d’entrepôts et de quais des 17e et 18e
siècles, abritent maintenant des boutiques et commerces spécialisés,
une abondance de bars raffinés et certains des meilleurs restaurants
de fruits de mer d’Halifax. Il y a aussi le Musée maritime de l’Atlantique,
un nouveau marché fermier près de Pier 21. De plus, ce mois-ci il y aura
le Buskerfest annuel (animation de rue) avec 500 numéros pour toute la
famille et des spectacles fringe de partout au monde.
Local Intelligence
Secret Local
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“The fall is a gorgeous time to surf here because the water has warmed up from winter
by September. You can rent everything or
get lessons in Lawrencetown Beach, which
is only 20 minutes from Halifax. There’s also
Martinique Beach and more surf breaks and
beautiful beaches all down the south shore.
Some of the most-coveted surfing spots in
the world—like California or Hawaii—have
very straight coasts, and they don’t have
point breaks like we do. We have our pick
of points here.” —Lisa Ross, Olympic sailor
competing in her final World Cup event of
the season this month in England
« L’automne est une bonne période pour
le surf ici parce qu’en septembre, l’eau est
plus chaude. On peut louer le matériel et
prendre des cours au Lawrencetown Beach,
à seulement 20 minutes d’Halifax. Puis, il y a
la plage Martinique et sa houle et les belles
plages de la côte sud. Certains des endroits
les plus courus au monde pour la glisse,
comme la Californie et Hawaï, ont un littoral
droit mais pas de pointbreaks comme nous.
Nous en avons beaucoup. » —Lisa Ross,
matelot olympique ayant participé à la
dernière Coupe du monde de la saison
ce mois-ci en Angleterre
“There are many great spots in the Annapolis
Valley. One is the restaurant at Evangeline Inn & Motel in Grand Pré, commonly
known as Sterling’s Restaurant. It’s the most
fabulous, easygoing, country-style spot you’ll
ever find, with a really lovely mood that fits
so perfectly with their food. They don’t do
any deep-fried stuff, and they make the best
burger in the world. Kitty-corner to them
is Grand Pré Winery, where they serve the
most excellent apple cider. It’s refreshing
with a little buzz, tasty with no chemicals
or garbage, and there’s nothing better on a
summer’s day.” —Pete Luckett, founder of
Pete’s Frootique, a produce and gourmet
food emporium
« Il y a plein d’endroits dans la vallée de
l’Annapolis, notamment le Evangeline Inn
& Motel à Grand Pré, aussi appelé restaurant
Sterling. C’est l’endroit champêtre le plus
merveilleux et complaisant qui existe, cadrant
parfaitement avec la nourriture que l’on y
sert, pas de friture et le meilleure burger au
monde. En diagonale de cet endroit se trouve
la vinerie Grand Pré Winery, où l’on sert un
cidre vraiment excellent. Il est rafraîchissant
et bon. Rien de tel pour une journée d’été.
Aucun goût de produits chimiques. »
—Pete Luckett, fondateur de Pete’s
Frootique, emporium d'épicerie fine
HALIFAX
“I like puttering away my rare free days on foot. I’d start in
Dartmouth with a double macchiato from Two If By Sea
Café, then wander down to the ferry terminal and cruise into
Halifax. I’d go to Taz Records, a classic vinyl and CD shop
where I bought all my records and Zeppelin posters growing
up. Then maybe [going to] the Halifax Folklore Centre,
where they have beautiful instruments like guitars, mandolins,
all sorts. For lunch, I’d hit this great strip-mall Mediterranean
place called Tarek’s Café, where they’re not shy on portions.”
—Joel Plaskett, Juno Award-winning singer-songwriter
« J’aime mener ma petite vie tranquille pendant mes
quelques rares jours de congé. Je commence par prendre un
double macchiato à Dartmouth au Two If By Sea Café, puis
je me rends à la gare maritime pour prendre le bateau pour
Halifax. Là, je vais chez Taz Records, boutique de disques
et CD classiques où j’achetais tous mes disques et affiches
de Zeppelin quand j’étais jeune. Puis, peut-être au Halifax
Folklore Centre, où il y a de magnifiques instruments de
toutes sortes comme des guitares et des mandolines. Je
déjeune au Tarek’s Café, excellent petit resto méditerranéen où les portions sont généreuses. » —Joel Plaskett,
chanteur, auteur-compositeur lauréat d’un prix Juno
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Manitoba is calling her scattered flock back for the Manitoba
Homecoming 2010, a year-long celebration of the province.
Our writer takes the bait and returns to his native Winnipeg
for the Prairie party
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LEFT A Winnipeg community centre
waits for the party. RIGHT “Dancing Gabe”
Langlois at The World’s Largest Social.
À GAUCHE Centre communautaire de
Winnipeg fin prêt pour la fête À DROITE «
Dancing Gabe » Langlois à la plus grande
soirée sociale du monde
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Le Manitoba fait revenir ses ouailles expatriées pour les Retrouvailles
2010, une célébration provinciale qui dure toute l’année (et un rappel
judicieux de son immobilier bon marché, juste au cas où quelqu’un
serait intéressé). L’auteur prend le pari de revenir dans sa ville natale
de Winnipeg pour la fête des Prairies
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few years ago, my friend Scott and I were
driving along a gravel road in the foothills
southwest of Calgary when he turned up
his stereo.
… A darker grey is breaking through a lighter one;
A thousand sharpened elbows in the underground…
“Check out this song, you’re going to love it,”
Scott said.
The song was “One Great City” by Winnipeg local
sons, The Weakerthans. Knowing I was born in that
Prairie town and often spoke of it fondly, Scott started
smiling mischievously.
… The Guess Who suck, the Jets were lousy anyway…
I’m sure Scott believed the lyrics, a laundry list of Winnipeg banalities, would be a good and just ribbing for
being born in Canada’s answer to Cleveland, the butt of
jokes on The Simpsons and The Office. Hell, even a hip
indie rocker knew enough to capture his angst in song.
… And in the turning lane, someone’s stalled again…
Instead of being insulted, I smiled and my eyes stung
a little for the nostalgia. I got the joke that Scott missed:
it was, and still is, the most beautiful love song written
to the city. And when it plays in bars or at packed Weakerthans shows across Canada, exiled Winnipeggers will
link arms, like the Irish when faced with “Danny Boy,”
and harmonize over the nasal lament:
… I... hate...Winnipe-e-e-e-g.
And really I can’t blame anyone for not getting the
’Peg. The song’s title was lifted from a tourism slogan
for the city, “Winnipeg, One Great City,” that sums up the
city’s identity crisis. As far as I know, the slogan was most
often read with an implied question mark. Or maybe an
ellipsis. But never, ever with an exclamation mark.
And what made it more confusing was that the “One
Great City” branding followed another attempt, “Love Me,
Love My Winnipeg”—which had an unsteady edge to it,
like a girlfriend demanding, “Love me, love my stuffed
unicorn collection.”
Stuck halfway between the established success and
stability of the East and the West’s youthful potential,
Winnipeg had become Canada’s Jan Brady, the desperate middle child in need of its own voice.
I’m thinking about this as I wander along the banks
of the Assiniboine River in downtown Winnipeg. With
the fragrance of lilacs hanging on the humid afternoon
air like a sheer curtain, it seems my birthplace’s identity
is simply defined, as it always has been, by the brownred waterways that run through it, capillary-like.
l y a de cela quelques années, sur une route
de gravier des contreforts du sud-ouest
de Calgary, mon ami Scott avec qui j’étais,
mit soudain plus fort la musique.
… A darker grey is breaking through a lighter one;
A thousand sharpened elbows in the underground… (…Un
nuage gris plus foncé se détache d’un plus clair, un millier
de gens au coude à coude dans les tunnels souterrains…)
« Écoute bien cette chanson, tu vas l’adorer », me dit Scott.
C’était One Great City (Une ville formidable) interprétée
par un groupe de Winnipeg, The Weakerthans. Comme
Scott savait que j’étais né dans cette ville des Prairies et
que je l’évoquais souvent avec une affection toute particulière, il esquissa un sourire malicieux.
… The Guess Who suck, the Jets were lousy anyway…
(…Les Guess Who, c’est nul, et les Jets étaient mauvais
de toute façon… )
Je suis sûr que Scott approuvait les paroles, une litanie
de banalités sur Winnipeg, juste une bonne blague parce
que je venais d’une ville qui était la réplique canadienne de
Cleveland, la cible de toutes les plaisanteries dans Les Simpsons ou The Office. Bon sang, même un rockeur indépendant
branché était capable de saisir l’angoisse d’une chanson.
… And in the turning lane, someone’s stalled again…
(…Et dans la file pour tourner, quelqu’un a encore calé… )
Au lieu de me sentir blessé, je souris, et mes yeux
s’embuèrent de nostalgie. J’avais compris la blague que
Scott avait ratée : c’était, de tous les temps, la plus belle
chanson d’amour dédiée à la ville. Dans tout le Canada,
quand on la joue dans des bars ou dans les concerts bondés des Weakerthans, les Winnipégois expatriés se prennent par le bras, comme les Irlandais en écoutant Danny
Boy, et entonnent à l’unisson la complainte nasillarde.
… I... hate...Winnipe-e-e-e-g. (…Je hais Winnipeg.)
Vraiment, je ne peux en vouloir à personne de ne pas
saisir le « Peg » (Winnipeg). Le titre de la chanson vient d’un
slogan touristique pour la ville « Winnipeg, One Great City, »
(Winnipeg, Une ville formidable), résumant la crise identitaire de Winnipeg. Il me semble bien que le plus souvent
on comprenait ce slogan avec un point d’interrogation sousentendu, ou peut-être une sorte d’ellipse, mais certainement
jamais, au grand jamais avec un point d’exclamation.
Ce qui rendait ce slogan « One Great City » (Une ville
formidable) encore plus déroutant, c’est qu’il remplaçait
« Love Me, Love My Winnipeg » (Aime-moi, aime mon
Winnipeg »— slogan au caractère déconcertant, comme
une petite amie qui revendiquerait : « Aime-moi, et aime
ma collection de licornes en peluche ».
Coincée à mi-chemin entre l’Est au succès et à la
stabilité avérés et l’Ouest au potentiel juvénile, Winnipeg
est devenue la Jan Brady du Canada (de la série télévisée La Famille Brady), à savoir la malheureuse enfant
du milieu qui a besoin de s’affirmer.
Je repense à tout cela en me promenant le long de
la rivière Assiniboine au centre-ville de Winnipeg. Dans
l’air moite de l’après-midi, une senteur de lilas plane
telle un voile, et il m’apparaît que ma ville de naissance
tient simplement et depuis toujours, son identité, de
son écheveau de cours d’eau brun rouge qui la traverse.
Comme les rivières Rouge et Assiboine, on peut
comparer Winnipeg à une héroïne de Tchekhov :
inébranlable, calme, vivant des aventures ou des dangers extraordinaires, et longue à dévoiler son cœur.
Locals cool off with ice cream and nostalgia at the Bridge Drive-In.
Glaces et nostalgie au Bridge Drive-In.
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LEFT A century-old streetfront in Winnipeg’s Exchange District. RIGHT Construction of the new Canadian Museum
for Human Rights near a local skate park.
À GAUCHE Exchange District de Winnipeg, façades âgées d’un siècle À DROITE Construction du nouveau musée
canadien des droits de la personne
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Winnipeg, like the Red and Assiniboine rivers, can
be compared to a heroine in a Chekov story: steady,
slow-moving, capable of outlandish spectacle (or
danger) and slow in revealing her heart.
I’ve been enticed back to check out the Manitoba
Homecoming 2010 celebrations. With the province
turning 140 (who has time to wait for 150?), government tourism officials created the year-long event to
help increase visits. The party planners include Travel
Manitoba, Tourism Winnipeg and the Province of Manitoba. Their goal is simple: show off the positive energy
and reinvention flowing through Winnipeg and around
Manitoba to current residents, visitors and, maybe
specifically, those of us who had left. Locally inspired
events have been going all year, and I’m in my old
hometown to be a part of arguably the most iconic:
The World’s Largest Social.
Socials, a Manitoba tradition, are a kind of fundraiser,
usually held in community halls or hockey rinks, with
ticket sale proceeds, raffles and drinks raising from
$5,000 to $15,000, depending on the number of attendees and the relative size of their wallets and livers.
With a few hours before helping rewrite the record
books, I met up with my friend Doug, who has, despite
a few attempts to leave, remained a Winnipegger. As
we sit enjoying our coffee and catching up, I mention to
him that the city seems different. It has a confidence….
“But not a swagger, never a swagger,” Doug quickly
interjects.
I mention rumours of the NHL returning to town
(by way of the Jets returning after a terrible relocation
to Phoenix), and Doug’s answer surprises me.
“It would be nice,” he begins. “But, you know, maybe
losing the Jets was a good thing. Too many people
J’ai été attiré ici de nouveau pour voir les célébrations des
Retrouvailles Manitoba 2010. La province ayant bientôt 140
ans (qui a le temps d’attendre les 150 ans), les responsables
gouvernementaux du tourisme ont créé cet événement
d'une année pour engendrer plus de visiteurs. Les planificateurs de cette fête comprennent, Voyage Manitoba, Destination Winnipeg et la Province du Manitoba. Leur but est
simple : montrer l’énergie positive et l’atmosphère nouvelle
qui règnent à Winnipeg et dans tout le Manitoba, aux habitants actuels, aux visiteurs et peut-être plus spécifiquement
à ceux qui sont partis. Des événements locaux ont lieu
toute l’année, et je suis dans ma bonne ville natale pour
prendre part incontestablement au plus fameux : Les
soirées sociales les plus grandes au monde.
Une soirée sociale, tradition manitobaine, est un
genre d'activité de financement donné habituellement
dans une salle communautaire ou une piste de hockey.
L’entrée payante, les tombolas et les boissons permettent
de collecter entre 5 000 $ et 15 000 $ selon le nombre
de participants, et les limites de leurs porte-monnaie
ou de leurs foies.
Avant de participer au livre des records quelques heures
plus tard, je rencontre mon ami Doug qui, malgré quelques
tentatives de départ avortées, est toujours à Winnipeg. Avec
joie, nous nous retrouvons autour d’un café, et je lui dis que
la ville me semble différente, qu’elle respire la confiance.
« Fière mais en toute modestie, toujours en toute modestie », s’exclame aussitôt Doug.
J’évoque les rumeurs au sujet du retour de la LNH à
Winnipeg (le retour des Jets après une épouvantable délocalisation à Phoenix) et la réponse de Doug m’étonne.
« Ce serait bien, commence-t-il, mais, tu sais, peut-être
que c’était une bonne chose de perdre les Jets. Beaucoup
trop de gens pensaient que l’équipe était notre identité.
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LEFT An underpass near The Forks neighbourhood. RIGHT A young couple rides in style in the Exchange District.
À GAUCHE Passage inférieur près du quartier de La Fourche À DROITE Exchange District, couple branché à bicyclette
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thought that the team was our identity. It’s almost like
the city woke up a couple of years after they left and
realized that it had moved on from the breakup and it
was okay.”
The core of Winnipeg’s revived confidence is located at
the wishbone junction of the Red and Assiniboine. Once
the site of trading forts, the area is now home to The
Forks. Built 20 years ago, The Forks rose from reclaimed
railway land in downtown Winnipeg. Echoing Ottawa’s
Byward Market or Granville Island in Vancouver, it was
designed to bring people back downtown and to breathe
new life into a part of the city that was largely forgotten.
The scrubbed warehouse buildings that now house
high-end restaurants and shopping, and its pathways,
skate park and stages are more than a magnet for visiting creative classes. They also gave Winnipeggers a
reason to see the rivers fondly as a place to meet, stroll
or simply contemplate. The grudges of past overflows
seem to have been dropped.
But Winnipeg’s new groove isn’t localized to the obvious gentrification. Up once-crumbling Main Street and
into downtown, new bars and restaurants have popped
up in spaces once leased by business equipment companies or tired offices.
Walking at night in the Exchange District, once a foolhardy endeavour, now feels like early 1990s Seattle, with
flocks of the stylishly unkempt moving between clubs to
catch a set from the next great indie folk/punk/ska/hiphop breakthrough. Studios, coffee houses and boutiques
are opening with surreal fervour, run by young pioneers
lured by the city’s reasonable rent and the gritty artistic
palate. On Corydon Avenue, I laugh at the Rolaids-worthy
combo of three sushi restaurants and an East Indian joint
shoehorned on the same block, along with a long-standing pasta place and a gelato shop.
C’est comme si la ville s’était réveillée quelques années
après son départ et s’était rendu compte qu’elle avait
évolué depuis cette coupure et que c’était sans problème. »
Le nœud de l’assurance retrouvée de Winnipeg se situe
au confluent des rivières Rouge et Assiniboine. Cet endroit,
autrefois au cœur des forts d’échanges, est maintenant le
quartier de La Fourche (The Forks). Construit il y a vingt
ans au centre-ville de Winnipeg, La Fourche est érigée sur
les friches des terrains du chemin de fer. Comme le marché
Byward à Ottawa ou la Granville Island à Vancouver, ils ont
été conçus pour ramener les gens au centre-ville, et redonner vie à une partie de la ville complètement oubliée.
Les entrepôts ravalés qui abritent maintenant des restaurants et des boutiques chics, les promenades, le planchodrome et les scènes de spectacle sont plus qu’une attraction
pour les visiteurs avides de nouveautés. Ils donnent aussi
aux Winnipégois l’occasion de considérer les rivières sous
un aspect positif, comme un lieu de rencontre, de promenade ou simplement de contemplation. Les rancunes
dues aux inondations passées semblent avoir disparues.
Mais le nouveau style de Winnipeg ne se borne pas
à un embourgeoisement indiscutable. En haut de Main,
autrefois en décrépitude, vers le centre-ville, de nouveaux
bars et restaurants ont surgi à la place de compagnies de
matériel et de vieux bureaux.
Quand on se promène le soir dans Exchange District, tentative autrefois imprudente, on se croirait à Seattle au début
des années 1990. Une foule de gens négligés chics déambulent de clubs en clubs pour voir le tout dernier spectacle
de folk, punk, ska ou hip-hop indépendant. Les ateliers, les
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Leaving the ’Peg’s culinary culture behind, I turn my
attention to tonight’s main event. Having arrived at the
World’s Largest Social held at the Winnipeg Convention
Centre, one of 63 locations throughout the province, I
introduce myself to Marnie Strath, who coordinated the
event. She is euphoric, and yet still modest as she describes the concept of inviting people back to Manitoba.
“Your parents still stay here, or you still have friends
here. And everybody wants to come back, because
there’s something very down-home about this city,”
she explains above the din of ’80s music. “It’s not like
Calgary—not that I have anything against Calgary, I
have family who live there—but it always seems very
transient. It just doesn’t have the same roots.”
It’s true. In the crowd, I see familiar archetypes: jivedancing middle-agers spin alongside young dudes who
do little more than shuffle their feet uncomfortably in an
effort to impress mini-skirted dates on the dance floor.
Among the swirling mass I spot “Dancing Gabe,” something of a Winnipeg celebrity for his routines performed
at sporting events—what, 15, 20 years ago? The queue
to be photographed with him is completely understandable. And patrolling along the party’s periphery is a Big
Lebowski look-alike.
This diverse gathering of 2,100 in Winnipeg joined
62 other socials held across the province that mid-May
Saturday night for a combined 25,000 revellers. At
night’s end, organizers and local media chirped how
“we did it.” Others question if there was ever a record
to beat. But that’s beside the point, unless some bureaucrat decides to laud the achievement in a slogan
on a sign outside city limits. Even I’d be able to write
a protest anthem about that one.
même pâté de maisons ainsi que d’un vieux restaurant
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Je quitte la culture culinaire winnipégoise et reporte
mon attention sur le grand événement de la soirée. En
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tient au centre des congrès de Winnipeg, soit l’un des 63
endroits de la province, je me présente à Marnie Strath,
coordinatrice de l’événement. Elle est euphorique mais
reste modeste en me décrivant le concept d’inviter les
expatriés du Manitoba.
« Vos parents sont toujours ici, et certains de vos
amis aussi. Tout le monde veut revenir parce que cette
ville sent bon le bercail, tente-t-elle d’expliquer dans le
vacarme d’une musique des années 1980. Ce n’est pas
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ai de la famille, mais cela semble toujours très provisoire.
Calgary n’a juste pas les mêmes racines »
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familiers : sur la piste de danse, des danseurs de swing
quarantenaires virevoltent aux côtés de jeunes gens qui
font un peu plus que battre inconfortablement des pieds ;
le but étant d’impressionner leurs petites amies en minijupes. Dans la foule tourbillonnante j’aperçois Dancing
Gabe, un genre de célébrité à Winnipeg, connu pour ses
prestations lors d’événements sportifs, il y a bien, voyons…
15, 20 ans. La queue pour être photographié avec lui est
parfaitement compréhensible. Aux abords de la fête il y a
un sosie du Big Lebowski qui surveille.
Cette réunion bigarrée de 2 100 personnes à Winnipeg est une des 63 soirées sociales données dans toute
la province ce samedi soir de la mi-mai, pour un total
de 25 000 fêtards. Les organisateurs et les médias du
coin se félicitent : « Nous avons réussi! ». D’autres se
demandent s’il y avait seulement un record à battre.
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Vancouver
Calgary
Vancouver
Nancy Greene Way, North
Vancouver; 604-980-9311;
grousemountain.com
Canada Olympic Rd. S.W.; 403247-5452; winsportcanada.ca
6400 Nancy Greene Way,
North Vancouver; 604-980-9311;
grousemountain.com
HIKE | The Grouse Grind 6400
WALK | The seawall From the
convention centre on Burrard
Inlet to Kitsilano Beach Park;
vancouver.ca/parks
DRINK | JJ Bean 1689 Johnston St.;
604-685-0613; jjbeancoffee.com
BIKE | Whistler Mountain Bike
Park 4545 Blackcomb Way,
Whistler; 866-218-9690;
whistlerbike.com
PLAY | Canada Olympic Park 88
LEARN | Heritage Park 1900
RANDONNÉE | Grouse Grind
Heritage Dr. S.W.; 403-268-8500;
heritagepark.ca • Calgary Zoo
1300 Zoo Rd. N.E.; 403-232-9300;
calgaryzoo.org
MARCHE | Seawall Du centre
des congrès sur Burrard Inlet
au parc Kitsilano Beach;
vancouver.ca/parks
WALK | Prince’s Island Park
Access via Bow River Pathway
off Memorial Drive, Barclay
Parade or 2nd Street S.W.
BOIRE | JJ Bean 1689 Johnston St.;
EAT | River Café Prince’s Island
Park; 403-261-7670; river-cafe.com
604-685-0613; jjbeancoffee.com
VÉLO | Parc-vélo Whistler
Mountain 4545 Blackcomb
Way, Whistler; 866-218-9690;
whistlerbike.com
SEE | Vancouver Aquarium
VOIR | Aquarium de Vancouver
845 Avison Way; 604-659-3474;
vanaqua.org
845 Avison Way; 604-659-3474;
vanaqua.org
Vancouver’s seawall
à partir 33
Calgary
JOUER | Parc olympique
Canada 88 Canada Olympic
Rd. S.W.; 403-247-5452;
winsportcanada.ca
APPRENDRE | Parc Heritage
1900 Heritage Dr. S.W.; 403-2688500; heritagepark.ca • Zoo de
Calgary 1300 Zoo Rd. N.E.;
403-232-9300; calgaryzoo.org
MARCHE | Parc Prince’s Island
Accès par le sentier Bow River
Pathway à partir de Memorial
Drive, ou par Barclay Parade ou
la 2e Rue S.-O.
MANGER | River Café Prince’s
Island Park; 403-261-7670;
river-cafe.com
Heritage Park
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DIY
From pg. 33
The Forks | La Fourche
Winnipeg
Winnipeg
MAGASINER | The Forks Angle
LIRE | Presse Internationale
Road and Main Street; 888-9426302; theforks.com
Forks Market Road et Main
Street; 888-942-6302; theforks.com
622 College St.; 416-535-9666
ADVENTURE | Whiteshell
AVENTURE | Parc provincial
SHOP | The Forks Forks Market
Provincial Park Whitemouth;
204-345-1431; manitobaparks.com
Whiteshell Whitemouth; 204345-1431; manitobaparks.com
WILDLIFE | Birds Hill Provincial
FAUNE | Parc Provincial Birds Hill
Park Hwy. 59; 204-654-6740;
manitobaparks.com
Autoroute 59; 204-654-6740;
manitobaparks.com
CELEBRATE | Folklorama
CÉLÉBRER | Folklorama
800-665-0234; folklorama.ca
CAFÉ | Il Gatto Nero 720 College
St.; 416-536-3132; ilgattonero.ca
GOLF | Terrain de golf
Niagara-on-the-Lake 143 Front
St., Niagara-on-the-Lake; 905468-3424; notlgolf.com
Montréal
BOIRE | Bartini 901, Square
Victoria; 514-395-3100; starwoodhotels.com • Accords 212, rue
Notre-Dame O.; 514-282-2020;
accords.ca
Toronto
OUTDOORS | Toronto Islands
MANGER | Da Emma 777, rue
Parc Jean-Drapeau
416-392-1111; toronto.ca/parks
Gibraltar Point
Lighthouse
VISITER | Place Jean-Paul
Riopelle rue Saint Antoine O et
Place Jean-Paul Riopelle
EAT | The Rivoli 332 Queen St. W.;
416-596-1908; rivoli.ca • The Beaconsfield 1154 Queen St. W.; 416516-2550; thebeaconsfield.com
• The Drake Hotel 1150 Queen St.
W.; 416-531-5042; thedrakehotel.
ca • Oban Inn Restaurant 160
Front St., Niagara-on-the-Lake;
866-359-6226; obaninn.ca
DRINK | Red Light 1185 Dundas
St. W.; 416-533-6667 • Dakota
Tavern 249 Ossington Ave.; 416850-4579; thedakotatavern.com
• Communist’s Daughter 1149
Dundas St. W.; 647-435-0103
GOOD ’HOOD | Little Italy
Around College, Grace, Bathurst
and Dufferin Streets
READ | Presse Internationale
622 College St.; 416-535-9666
COFFEE | Il Gatto Nero 720
College St.; 416-536-3132;
GOLF | Niagara-on-the-Lake
54
Golf Club 143 Front St.,
Niagara-on-the-Lake;
905-468-3424; notlgolf.com
de la Commune O.; 514-392-1568;
daemmarestaurant.com
MARCHE | Parc Murray Hill
Angle de la Côte St-Antoine
et de l’avenue Westmount.
VOIR | Parc Jean-Drapeau Île
Montréal
DRINK | Bartini 901 Square
Victoria; 514-395-3100; starwoodhotels.com • Accords
212 rue Notre-Dame W.;
514-282-2020; accords.ca
EAT | Da Emma 777 rue de la
Commune W.; 514-392-1568;
daemmarestaurant.com •
Crudessence 105 Rachel St. W.;
514-510-9299; crudessence.com
VISIT | Place Jean-Paul Riopelle
rue Saint Antoine W. and Place
Jean-Paul Riopelle
WALK | Murray Hill Park Cote
St. Antoine and Westmount
Avenue
SEE | Parc Jean-Drapeau Île
Notre-Dame and Île SainteHélène; 514-872-6120; parcjeandrapeau.com • Mont Royal
1260 Remembrance Rd.;
514-843-8240; lemontroyal.qc.ca
Toronto
PLEIN AIR | Toronto Islands
416-392-1111; toronto.ca/parks
MANGER | The Rivoli 332 Queen
St. W.; 416-596-1908; rivoli.ca • The
Beaconsfield 1154 Queen St. W.;
416-516-2550; thebeaconsfield.com
• The Drake Hotel 1150 Queen St.
W.; 416-531-5042; thedrakehotel.
ca • Oban Inn Restaurant 160
Front St., Niagara-on-the-Lake;
866-359-6226; obaninn.ca
BOIRE | Red Light 1185 Dundas
St. W; 416-533-6667 • Dakota
Tavern 249 Ossington Ave.;
416-850-4579; thedakotatavern.
com • Communist’s Daughter 1149
Dundas St. W.; 647-435-0103
GOOD ’HOOD | Little Italy
Généralement au-delà des
rues College, Grace, Bathurst
et Dufferin
Notre-Dame and Île SainteHélène; 514-872-6120; parcjeandrapeau.com • Mont Royal 1260
Remembrance Rd.; 514-843-8240;
lemontroyal.qc.ca
Mont Royal park | Parc Mont-Royal
Halifax
SHOP | The Historic Properties
EAT | Two If By Sea Café 66
1869 Upper Water St.; 902-4290530; historicproperties.ca
• Taz Records 1593 Market St.;
902-422-5976; tazrecords.com
Ochterloney St., Dartmouth;
902-469-0721; twoifbyseabakeshop.com • Tarek’s Café 3045
Robie St.; 902-454-8723 • Halifax
Seaport Farmers Market Pier 20;
Marginal Road; halifaxfarmersmarket.com
LEARN | Maritime Museum of
the Atlantic 1675 Lower Water
St.; 902-424-7490
MUSIC | Halifax International
Busker Festival Aug. 5 – 15;
Halifax waterfront; buskers.ca
• Halifax Folklore Centre 1528
Brunswick St.; 902-423-7946;
halifaxfolklorecentre.com
EVENT | Manitoba Homecoming 2010 manitobahomecoming2010.com
PLAY | Folklorama August 1 – 14;
EAT | Asahi 3116 Roblin Blvd.;
204-943-2566 • Fergie’s One
Forks Market Rd.; 204-942-9444;
fergiesfishandchips.ca • Yudyta’s
Ukrainian Food One Forks Market Rd.; 204-942-7228 • The Tall
Grass Prairie Bread Company
One Forks Market Rd.;
204-957-5097 PEOPLE-WATCH | The Bridge
Drive-In 766 Jubilee Ave.;
204-475-6850
CONNECT | Igniting the Fire
Gathering ignitingfire.org
historiques 1869 Upper Water
St.; 902-429-0530; historicproperties.ca • Taz Records 1593
Market St.; 902-422-5976;
tazrecords.com
APPRENDRE | Musée maritime
de l’Atlantique 1675 Lower Water
St.; 902-424-7490
Hwy. 1; Grand Pré; 866-479-4637;
grandprewines.ns.ca
MUSIQUE | Halifax Interna-
STAY | Evangeline Inn & Motel
Hwy. 1, Grand Pré; 888-542-2703;
evangeline.ns.ca
tional Busker Festival Aug. 5 – 15;
Halifax waterfront; buskers.ca
• Halifax Folklore Centre 1528
Brunswick St.; 902-423-7946;
halifaxfolklorecentre.com
MANGER | Two If By Sea Café
66 Ochterloney St., Dartmouth;
902-469-0721; twoifbyseabakeshop.com • Tarek’s Café 3045
Robie St.; 902-454-8723 •
Marché du port d’Halifax
Pier 20; Marginal Rd.;
halifaxfarmersmarket.com
BOIRE | Domaine de Grand
Pré Winery 11611 Autoroute 1;
Grand Pré; 866-479-4637;
grandprewines.ns.ca
HÔTEL | Evangeline Inn
& Motel Autoroute 1, Grand Pré;
888-542-2703; evangeline.ns.ca
PLAGE | Parc provincial Lawrenc-
etown Beach Lawrencetown Rd.,
Lawrencetown; novascotiaparks.
ca • Parc provincial Martinique
Beach East Petpeswick Rd., East
Petpeswick; novascotiaparks.ca
Pense-bête par vous même
From pAgE 42
WINNIPEG
MAGASINER | Les propriétés
DRINK | Grand Pré Winery 11611
BEACH | Lawrencetown Beach
Provincial Park Lawrencetown
Rd., Lawrencetown; novascotiaparks.ca • Martinique Beach
Provincial Park East Petpeswick
Road, East Petpeswick; novascotiaparks.ca
Do It Yourelf
Halifax
Provencher
Bridge
à partir 42
WINNIPEG
ÉVÉNEMENT | Retrouvailles
2010 manitobahomecoming2010.
com
S’AMUSER | Folklorama du 1er
au 14 août; 800-665-0234;
folklorama.ca
MANGER | Asahi 3116 Roblin
Blvd.; 204-943-2566 • Fergie’s
One Forks Market Rd.; 204-9429444; fergiesfishandchips.ca
• Yudyta’s Ukrainian Food One
Forks Market Rd.; 204-942-7228
• The Tall Grass Prairie Bread
Company One Forks Market
Rd.; 204-957-5097 BAIN DE FOULE | The Bridge
Drive-In 766 Jubilee Ave.;
204-475-6850
PARTAGER | Igniting the Fire
Gathering ignitingfire.org
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reprises his role as the charismatic billionaire Tony Stark and his alter ego
Iron Man. This is a mile-a-minute crowd pleaser!
Date Night
The A-Team
Starring: Steve Carell, Tina Fey,
Mark Wahlberg. In New York City,
a case of mistaken identity turns a
bored married couple’s attempt at
a glamorous and romantic evening
into something more thrilling and
dangerous.
Starring: Liam Neeson, Bradley
Cooper, Jessica Biel, Sharlto Copley,
Rampage Jackson. A group of Iraq War
veterans looks to clear their name with
the U.S. military, who suspect the four
men of committing a crime for which
they were framed.
The Losers
Shrek Forever After
Starring: Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Zoe
Saldana, Chris Evans. A team of CIA
black ops seek the ultimate revenge
after they were left for dead by a
corrupted government official. A
true action movie, jam-packed with
lots of explosions and fast cars.
Voices: Mike Myers, Cameron Diaz,
Eddie Murphy, Antonio Banderas.
The fourth and final instalment of
this ogre fairytale features all your
favourite characters… like you’ve
never seen them before. This is
already a family classic.
Prince of Persia:
The Sands of Time
MacGruber
Rated PG - comedy/adventure
Rated 14A - action
Rated PG - action
Starring: Jake Gyllenhaal, Gemma
Arterton, Ben Kingsley. This family
friendly powerhouse follows an
adventurous prince who teams up
with a rival princess to stop an angry
ruler from unleashing a sandstorm
that could destroy the world.
The Back-up Plan
Rated PG - romantic comedy
Starring: Jennifer Lopez, Alex
O’Loughlin. Zoe (Lopez) has decided
that waiting for the right guy is
taking too long. She commits to a
plan and makes her dreams come
true. That same day, Zoe meets
Stan (O’Loughlin) – a man with real
possibilities.
Iron Man 2
Action
Classé PG
Rated PG - animated
Rated 18A - comedy/action
Starring: Will Forte, Kristen Wiig,
Ryan Phillippe, Val Kilmer. This
outrageous comedy brings to life
MacGruber, an ex-special operative
who must take down his archenemy. This over-the-top comedy
will have you rolling in the aisle.
Méchante Soirée
Comédie / Aventures
Classé PG
En vedette : Steve Carell, Tina
Fey, Mark Wahlberg. À New York,
un cas d’erreur sur la personne
transforme la vie d’un couple marié
qui, lors d’une soirée romantique,
se fait poursuivre à travers la ville.
Pay-per-view movies/Films à la carte
$5.99
each/chacun
*Bell est une marque de commerce de Bell Canada utilisée sous licence. La TPS sera ajoutée dans le cas
des vols au Canada. Si une erreur se produit pendant le vol, aucuns frais ne seront portés à votre carte de
crédit. La sélection et l’offre des films et émissions de télévision à la carte peuvent varier d’un vol à un autre.
Le choix peut être vaste sur les vols plus longs. Les films et les émissions sont proposés en anglais et certains
films sont en français. Le contenu des films et des émissions de télévision à la carte peut ne pas convenir à
tous les publics. Veuillez prendre note que, sur certains vols à destination d’Hawaï, du Mexique, de l’Amérique
centrale, des Caraïbes ou du sud des États-Unis, le signal satellite peut être interrompu ou non disponible.
La programmation peut être modifiée sans préavis. Les émissions de télé à la carte commenceront dans 5
minutes, après l’activation de la télé en direct. Les films à la carte commenceront dans 15 minutes, après
l’activation de la télé en direct.
En vedette : Robert Downey Jr.,
Mickey Rourke, Don Cheadle,
Scarlett Johansson, Gwyneth
Paltrow. Dans Iron Man 2, le monde
sait que l’inventeur milliardaire
Tony Stark et le super-héro Iron
Man ne fon qu’un. Cependant, Tony
n’est pas disposé a divulguer les
secrets de son armure.
Rated PG - action
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Did you know...
Jan, Flight Attendant. Jane, agent de bord.
Le saviez-vous...
All travellers know that it pays to be prepared – so we want
to prepare you for an upcoming change to our buy-on-board
payment options. As of September 1, 2010, WestJet will only
accept credit cards as payment for our buy-on-board menu.
Cash will not be accepted.
Tous les voyageurs savent que planifier, c’est payant. Voilà
pourquoi nous voulons vous préparer à un changement anticipé à
nos méthodes de paiement à bord. À compter du 1er septembre
2010, WestJet acceptera uniquement les cartes de crédit comme
mode de paiement pour les articles à la carte vendus à bord de
ses vols. L’argent comptant ne sera pas accepté.
In honour of the change, here’s some fun on-board trivia to
give you food for thought:
1. What percentage of Canadians own at least
one credit card?
2. On any given day, how many complimentary snacks do
WestJet guests eat?
3. Can you guess what the most popular item on our
on-board menu is?
4. Do you know the name of the new beer being featured on
WestJet flights? (Hint: check the menu card)
Les mélis-mélos, les biscuits, les boissons gazeuses, le jus et le
thé seront toujours gratuits, mais assurez-vous d’apporter votre
carte MasterCard, Visa ou American Express pour agrémenter
votre expérience avec des articles de notre casse-croûte à bord,
des écouteurs et des films à la carte.
Un des avantages des appareils de paiement par carte de crédit
portatifs est que vous pouvez commander des articles durant le
vol et régler l’addition à la fin du vol avec votre carte.
Dans le cadre de ce changement anticipé, voici quelques
questions amusantes :
1. Quel pourcentage de Canadiens détient au moins une carte
de crédit?
2. En moyenne, combien de collations gratuites les invités de
WestJet mangent-ils par jour?
3. Pouvez-vous deviner quel est l’article le plus populaire au
menu du casse-croûte à bord de WestJet?
4. Quel est le nom de la nouvelle bière qui est offerte sur les
vols de WestJet? (indice : regardez le menu du casse-croûte à bord
Réponses: 1. 85 pour cent 2. 32 000 (y compris les biscuits et les mélis-mélos)
3. Nos délicieux sandwichs préparés par des traiteurs locaux. 4. La Grasshopper
de Big Rock
One of the best things about our move to the handheld credit
card payment devices is that it offers you the convenience of
running a tab and only using your plastic to pay at the end of
the flight.
Answers: 1. 85 per cent 2. 32,000 (including cookies and snack mix) 3. Our tasty
locally catered sandwiches 4. Big Rock Grasshopper Ale
Sameena, Flight attendant. Sameena, agent de bord.
Did you know…
The snack mix, cookies, soft drinks, juices and tea will still
be free, but please pack your MasterCard, Visa or American
Express so you can purchase headsets and the items on our
buy-on-board menu to enhance your in-flight experience.
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Le saviez-vous...
Lounges
Salons
Plaza Premium Lounge at Vancouver International Airport.
Feel like you’ve arrived before you take off.
L’impression d’être arrivé à destination avant
même d’avoir décollé.
We’ve partnered with airport lounges across the country
to provide WestJet guests with a place to relax before they fly.
Nous nous sommes associés avec des salons d’aéroports
partout au pays pour pouvoir offrir aux invités de WestJet un
endroit où se détendre avant de nous rejoindre à bord. Les
salons sont accessibles aux invités en partance des aérogares
de Calgary, Toronto, Montréal, Vancouver et Winnipeg.
Lounges are available to guests departing out of Calgary,
Toronto, Montréal, Vancouver and Winnipeg. Lounges offer
comfortable seating, bar service, beverages and snacks,
newspapers and magazines, plus access to business facilities,
including Internet and Wi-Fi.
Relax, work, have a drink or just catch up with the news before your
flight - it’s your choice. Whether you’re on business or on vacation,
treat yourself and relax in a comfortable airport lounge.
Show your boarding pass at one of these locations and receive
WestJet guest rates:
Calgary
Chinook Lounge (concourse D)*
Rocky Mountain Lounge (concourse C)†
Toronto
Plaza Premium Lounge (terminal 3 domestic)*
Montréal
TD First Class Lounge‡
Vancouver
Plaza Premium Lounge (domestic terminal)*
Alaska Airlines Board Room (U.S. departures terminal)†
Winnipeg
travel lounge by Palliser®*
For more information, visit westjet.com/lounges.
Les salons offrent des sièges confortables, un service de
collations et de breuvages, des journaux et magazines ainsi
qu’un accès à des installations pour affaires, y compris Internet
et Wi-Fi.
Détendez-vous, travaillez, prenez un verre, ou ou rattrapezvous sur les nouvelles sur les nouvelles avant votre vol - le choix
est le vôtre. En voyages d’affaires ou en vacances, venez vous
relaxer dans nos salons d’aéroports confortables.
Présentez votre carte d’embarquement à l’entrée d’un de ces
salons et vous recevrez le tarif des invités de WestJet :
Calgary
Salon Chinook (Hall D)*
Salon Rocky Mountain (Hall C)†
Toronto
Salon Plaza Premium (aérogare 3 trafic intérieur)*
Montréal
Salon TD Classe Ultime‡
Vancouver
Salon Plaza Premium (aérogare trafic intérieur)*
Salon Alaska Airlines (aérogare trafic aux É.-U.)†
Winnipeg
travel lounge by Palliser®*
*Lounge access is not available for guests travelling to the continental U.S. or Hawaii. †Lounge access
is available post-security for guests travelling to the continental U.S. or Hawaii. ‡Lounge access only
available for guests travelling on international flights (outside of Canada and the U.S.).
*Ces salons ne sont pas accessibles aux invités qui voyagent vers la partie continentale des
États-Unis, tout comme vers Hawaï. †L’accès au salon est ouvert aux invités voyageant vers les
États-Unis, tout comme vers Hawaï, après avoir passé le poste de contrôle de sécurité. ‡L’accès
aux salons n’est pas possible pour les invités voyageant à l’interiéur du Canada, vers les ÉtatsUnis et Hawaii.
Pour plus d’information, visitez westjet.com/lounges.
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Introducing the
WestJet RBC® MasterCard‡
Voici la carte WestJet
MasterCard‡ RBC®
With the new WestJet RBC MasterCard, you can earn
WestJet dollarsTM on everyday purchases~ and use them
towards the purchase of your next flight or vacation
package with WestJet or WestJet Vacations.
Every WestJet dollar earned can be used like cash towards
the purchase of any flight or vacation package with
WestJet or WestJet Vacations.* Best of all, you can use
your WestJet dollars on any date, to any destination, with
no blackouts. You can even redeem your WestJet dollars
on seat sales!
• Choose the WestJet RBC MasterCard or the WestJet
RBC World MasterCard and earn up to 1.5% back in
WestJet dollars on your everyday purchases.~
Apply today
Adhérez
aujourd’hui
Avec la nouvelle carte WestJet MasterCard RBC et
WestJet World MasterCard RBC, vous pouvez accumuler
des dollars WestJetMC avec vos achats courants~ et les
utiliser pour le paiement de votre prochain vol WestJet
ou votre prochain forfait Vacances WestJet.
Chaque dollar WestJet que vous accumulez devient
comme un crédit pouvant aller à l’achat d’un vol de
WestJet ou d’un forfait de Vacances WestJet*. Mieux
encore, vous pouvez utiliser vos dollars WestJet pour
n’importe quelle date et n’importe quelle destination,
sans période d’interdiction. Vous pouvez même les
utiliser lors des soldes de sièges.
• Obtenez des dollars WestJet en effectuant vos achats
courants avec votre carte WestJet MasterCard RBC
ou WestJet World MasterCard RBC.~
• Earn up to 2% back in WestJet dollars on flights
or vacation packages booked with WestJet
or WestJet Vacations.
• Demandez la carte WestJet MasterCard RBC ou
WestJet World MasterCard RBC et accumulez une
remise en dollars WestJet correspondant jusqu’à
1,5 % de vos achats courants effectués avec votre
carte.*
• Receive a welcome bonus of up to $100
WestJet dollars.^
• Redeem your WestJet dollars at any time on any
scheduled flight or vacation package with WestJet or
WestJet Vacations.*
• Accumulez une remise en dollars WestJet
correspondant jusqu’à 2 % de vos achats de vols ou
de vos forfaits réservés chez WestJet ou Vacances
WestJet quand vous utilisez votre carte.
To learn more about the WestJet RBC MasterCard and
the WestJet RBC World MasterCard, and to apply,
visit westjet.com/creditcard.
• Recevez jusqu’à 100 dollars WestJet en guise de
prime de bienvenue.^
• Utilisez vos dollars WestJet en tout temps pour le
paiement de vols réguliers de WestJet ou un forfait
de Vacances WestJet.*
Pour en savoir plus à propos de votre carte WestJet
MasterCard RBC ou WestJet World MasterCard RBC,
ou pour remplir une demande d’adhésion, visitez
westjet.com/cartedecredit.
Marques de commerce déposées de WestJet Airlines Ltd.
Marques déposées de la Banque Royale du Canada. RBC et Banque Royale sont des
marques déposées de la Banque Royale du Canada.
‡
MasterCard est une marque déposée et PayPass et Tap & Go sont des marques
déposées de MasterCard International Incorporated. Utilisés sous licence.
~
Les dollars WestJet s’accumulent avec des achats seulement. Les avances de fonds
(y compris les chèques tirés sur une carte de crédit RBC Banque Royale, les transferts
de solde, les opérations assimilées à une opération en espèces et les paiements de
factures), les intérêts ou les frais ne donnent pas droit à des dollars. Les crédits pour
retours et redressements viendront réduire ou annuler le nombre de dollars WestJet
obtenus des montants imputés initialement à votre carte.
*
Les dollars WestJet peuvent être utilisés pour payer en totalité ou en partie le prix d’un
billet sur un vol régulier de WestJet et jusqu’à 500 $ par personne pour un forfait de
Vacances WestJet. Les dollars WestJet ne peuvent être utilisés pour payer les taxes, les
frais ou les charges. D’autres restrictions peuvent s’appliquer. Toutes les conditions et
les restrictions applicables dans le cadre du programme de la carte de crédit WestJet
sont définies par WestJet et doivent être respectées au moment de la réservation, des
arrangements de voyages ainsi que des autres services offerts ou fournis par WestJet.
Consultez les westjet.com/cartedecredit pour obtenir plus de détails.
^
Selon la carte choisie, votre prime de 25 dollars WestJet ou de 100 dollars WestJet
versée à titre de prime de bienvenue figurera sur votre relevé de carte de crédit de
quatre à six semaines après la date de votre première opération. Sont exclus de cette
offre les titulaires de cartes supplémentaires, ainsi que les personnes qui ont déjà une
carte WestJet MasterCard RBC ou WestJet World MasterCard RBC. Cette offre ne peut
être jumelée à aucune autre offre.
MC
Trademarks of WestJet Airlines Ltd.
Registered trademarks of Royal Bank of Canada. RBC and Royal Bank are registered
trademarks of Royal Bank of Canada.
‡
MasterCard is a registered trademark and PayPass and Tap & Go are trademarks of
MasterCard International Incorporated. Used under licence.
~
WestJet dollars are earned on net purchases only; they are not earned on cash
advances (including RBC Royal Bank credit card cheques, balance transfers, cash-like
transactions and certain bill payments), interest charges or fees, and credits for returns
and adjustments will reduce or cancel the WestJet dollars earned by the amounts
originally charged.
*
WestJet dollars can be used to pay for all or part of the published fare of a regularly
scheduled WestJet flight and up to $500 per person of a WestJet Vacations package.
Advance booking requirements will vary based on the destination when purchasing
a WestJet Vacations package. WestJet dollars cannot be applied against taxes, fees
or surcharges. Other restrictions may apply. All terms, conditions and restrictions
applicable to the WestJet Credit Card Program are established by WestJet and shall
apply to all bookings, travel arrangements and other services offered or provided by
WestJet. WestJet, not Royal Bank of Canada, is responsible for the WestJet Credit Card
Program. For more details, visit westjet.com/creditcard
^
Please allow 4-6 weeks for the welcome bonus of $25 or $100 WestJet dollars,
depending on the card you chose, to appear on your credit card statement after the first
transaction date. Additional cardholders, as well as existing WestJet RBC MasterCard or
WestJet RBC World MasterCard cardholders, are not eligible for this bonus offer. This
offer may not be combined or used in conjunction with any other offer.
TM
®
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®
Vacations
Vacances
We wrote the book on great vacations.
The Mexico, Caribbean and USA 2010-2011 brochure is
now available.
With over 30 sun destinations to choose from, we have your
next vacation taken care of. Every WestJet Vacations destination
has been reviewed for its amenities, recreation, shopping, food
and more. So you’ll get the kind of vacation experience
you’re looking for.
Book today at westjetvacations.com. Call us at 1-877-737-7001
or talk to your travel agent.
Nous nous y connaissons en matière de vacances.
La brochure pour le Mexique, les Caraïbes et les États-Unis
est maintenant disponible.
Avec un choix de plus de 30 superbes destinations, vos
prochaines vacances sont réglées. Chaque destination de
Vacances WestJet a été revue en termes de prestations,
d’activités récréatives, de boutiques, de nourriture et autre.
Vos vacances seront donc à la hauteur de vos attentes
Consultez un agent de voyages au sujet de Vacances WestJet
dès aujourd’hui.
Photos:(en haut, à gauche) Palm Springs, Hyatt Grand Champions; (au centre) Las Vegas, Mirage; (en
haut, à droite) Jamaïque, Couples Swept Away (au bas) Maui, The Kapalua Villas.
Photo credits: (top left) Palm Springs, Hyatt Grand Champions; (centre) Las Vegas, Mirage; (top
right) Jamaica, Couples Swept Away (bottom) Maui, The Kapalua Villas
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Where we fly
600 series
Airplane model: 737-600
Engines: Two CFM56-7
Cruise speed: 530 mph (850 kph) (460 knots)
Maximum altitude: 41,000 feet (12,500 m)
Wingspan: 112 feet 7 inches (34.4 m)
Length: 102 feet 6 inches (31.2 m)
Tail height: 41 ft 2 inches (12.5 m)
Range: 3,500 miles (5,635 km)
700 series
Engines: Two CFM56-7
Cruise speed: 530 mph (850kph) (460 knots)
Tail height: 41 feet 2 inches (12.5 m)
Range: 3,800 miles (6,115 km) (3,300 nm)
800 series
Engines: Two CFM56-7B
Cruise speed: 530 mph (850kph) (460 knots)
Tail height: 41 feet 2 inches (12.5 m)
Range: 3,400 miles (5,472 km) (2,953 nm)
Série 600
Modèle d’appareil : 737-600
Propulsion : deux moteurs CFM56-7
Vitesse de croisière : 850 km/h (460 noeuds)
Altitude maximale : 12 500 m
Envergure : 34,4 m
Longueur : 31,2 m
Hauteur de la queue : 12,5 m
Distance franchissable : 5 635 km
Série 700
Propulsion : deux moteurs CFM56-7
Envergure : 35,8 m
Longueur : 33,6 m
Série 800
Propulsion : deux moteurs CFM56-7B
Envergure : 35,8 m
Longueur : 39,5 m
Stay in touch
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Notre réseau
Demeurez en contact
Connect with WestJet at:
Rendez-vous au :
facebook.com/westjet
twitter.com/westjet
youtube.com/westjet
facebook.com/westjet
twitter.com/westjet
youtube.com/westjet
Owner’s corner
Rubrique du proprio
What’s in a name?
Tout est dans le nom!
Tim*, TAC Crew Chief, Calgary
Tim*, chef du personnel de piste, Calgary
The WestJet Turn Around Crew (TAC) team at the Calgary
airport has a reputation for doing their best to transport your
baggage safely and efficiently – regardless of rain, snow, sleet
and extreme heat.
Le personnel de piste (Turn Around Crew) de WestJet à
l’aéroport de Calgary s’est bâti une solide réputation à
transporter vos bagages d’une manière sûre et efficace
– peu importe la pluie, la neige, le grésil ou la chaleur
extrême.
One of the lesser-known facts about this dedicated team
is their mastery of nicknames. Agents come about their
nicknames in different ways. Some agents, such as Cable
Guy (our very own Jim Carrey look-alike) get their names
from the characters they look like. Others earn them, like
The GOMfather, who got this name by reciting excerpts from
the ground operations manual (GOM) when needed. However,
most agents get their names from tweaks to their real names.
Our TAC team nicknames have included Fresh, DC-10,
McLovin, Billz, Hair-Do, Pom Pom, E-Walk, Banana
and Cable Guy.
The fun nicknames serve a practical purpose. Time restraints
and the high number of TAC agents with similar names can
make long formal names a drawback.
When you look out the window at our TAC team waving
goodbye to your flight, you can rely on their camaraderie and
teamwork to get the job done. This team of many monikers is
working hard to do their best by you and your baggage.
Voici quelques surnoms des agents de notre personnel
de piste Fresh, DC-10, McLovin, Billz, Hair-Do, Pom Pom,
E-Walk, Banana et Cable Guy.
Les surnoms cocasses peuvent servir à des fins pratiques.
Étant donné les contraintes de temps et le nombre d’agents
portant le même prénom, l’utilisation des noms complets
peut nuire au travail des agents.
La prochaine fois que vous regardez par le hublot de
l’avion et que notre personnel de piste vous salue, vous
saurez que vous pouvez compter sur leur camaraderie et
leur coopération. Voilà une équipe qui ne se prend pas au
sérieux, mais qui prend son boulot, vous et vos bagages, très
sérieusement.
*En passant, la destination préférée de Tim est Maui et il aime
déguster notre boîte-collation lorsqu’il voyage.
*Incidentally, Tim’s favourite WestJet destination is Maui and he
enjoys our snack pack when he flies.
Un talent peu connu de cette équipe dévouée est sa maitrise
des surnoms cocasses. Ces surnoms sont décernés de
différentes manières. Certains agents, comme Cable Guy
(un sosie de Jim Carrey), obtiennent leur surnom parce
qu’ils ressemblent parfaitement à une vedette. D’autres
agents méritent leur surnom, comme le GOMfather qui est
capable de réciter des passages du manuel d’opérations au
sol (ground operations manual, ou GOM) au besoin. Cela dit,
la majorité des agents obtiennent leur surnom parce que
quelqu’un a joué avec leur prénom.
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