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British Columbia has so much to offer that it was incredibly hard to pick just three must-sees. Consider these ideas a starting point—not the end-all be-all.

Tweedsmuir Park Lodge: This lodge is peacefully remote, but very accessible. It is right on the edge of the Chilcotin Plateau, 63 KM from the Bella Coola Harbor. What makes this lodge unique is that it hosts one of the world’s best Grizzly bear viewing tours. The Province writes, “From Aug. 23 to Oct. 15, guests board rafts or drift boats and float by grizzlies hunting for salmon on the Atnarko River, which bounds the lodge’s property.” They are very dedicated to protecting guests and the bears. Get your camera ready—unless you’re afraid of bears, then skip this hidden gem and try the next…

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In honor of Canada’s 150 birthday, we are featuring a different province or territory each week. This week we are driving to the east coast: British Columbia.

British Columbia’s first people likely arrived in North America via the Bering Land Bridge which connected Asia and North America during the ice age. It is estimated that at their peak, over 300,000 indigenous people lived in the area now known as British Columbia (B.C). British explorer Captain James Cook was quick to set up a trading post on Vancouver Island, which is now old town Victoria, and European settlers flooded in. In 1871, B.C became the 6th province to join Canada on the promise that the Canadian Pacific Railway would be extended into interior B.C.

B.C is known across the…

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Did you know that Nova Scotia is one of the top provinces Canadians say they want to explore? It's definitely on our bucket list. If you're planning to visit Nova Scotia, here are three experiences you do not want to miss out on:

York ReDoubt: Built in 1793 at the start of the war between France and Britain, the fortress of York ReDoubt made Halifax the most heavily guarded city in all of Canada. This historical site "[features] interpretive panels, tunnels, muzzle-loading guns, and a World War II Command Post.  Visitors are invited to stroll along the many walking trails, wander among the armament and fortifications and enjoy the spectacular panoramic views of the Halifax Harbor." This is a great opportunity to see part of Canada's history. 

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Good news, Calgary! Gains in the real estate market for the first half of 2017 have bumped sale levels 7% higher than last year!

Inventory levels rose to 6,861 units in September. While this increase was seen across all the different property types, attached homes and apartments saw the largest increase. CREB® chief economist AnnMarie Lurie reported:

“The recent rise in inventories is preventing further price recovery as sales activity has moderated over recent months. This does not come as a surprise as sales activity is expected to remain modest by historical standards until more substantial economic improvements take hold. Some may consider this a setback, but it is important to note that recent movements are balancing out the higher than…

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In honor of Canada's 150th birthday, we are featuring a different province each week. This week we are highlighting the beautiful maritime province of Nova Scotia! 

Nova Scotia's beginnings were very similar to Prince Edward Island's. Originally inhabited by the Mi'kmaq First Nations people, there is evidence of human occupation on Nova Scotia dating back 11,000 years! Nova Scotia was named by the European explorers who stumbled upon it, using the Latin translation for "New Scotland." The land was fought over by both the first nations people who had already settled it and the European immigrants who wanted it. After a long and messy history, Nova Scotia eventually became one of the founding provinces of the Canadian Confederation in 1867. 

Nova…

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