From the permanent collection of the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria, Carr’s paintings are set in context with the work of artists who inspired her and were inspired by her. This exhibition illustrates the shift in Carr’s painting style from her early roots in 19th century British watercolor tradition alongside other artists like Josephine Crease and Sophie Pemberton, to the unique and modern expression that spoke of her love of Western Canada.
On display will also be a selection of works by artist who influenced her, including members of the Group of Seven – Lawren Harris, A.Y. Jackson, and Arthur Lismer and American modernist Mark Tobey.
The exhibition recognizes Carr’s legacy, including younger artists of her circle who were encouraged by her dedication and vision such as Jack Shadbolt, Myfanwy Pavelic, and Statira Frame.

Location: Art Gallery of Greater Victoria

Price: $2.00 – $12.00
(Adult $12.00, Student/Senior $10.00, Child $2.00, Children 5 and under Free)

Dates: Mar 10, 2010 – Jun 30, 2010

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The 2010 Chinese New Year actually is on Sunday February 14th, the local community decided to hold the event the weekend after Valentine’s. This is in keeping with Chinese New Year’s traditions, because Chinese New Year is a holiday that is usually celebrated for 15 days.

Chinese New Year Celebration was brought to North America by the Chinese immigrants in gold rush period, from 1860s. With the desperation of homesick and eager to share their culture, the Chinese gold miner hold parade, which was not normal in native China, to celebrate the Chinese New Year with locals.  Nowadays, this traditional celebration has been continued in many cities with significant Chinese population in North America.

In China, Chinese New Year or Spring Festival is an important traditional holiday. There are many kinds of activities and event hold from the first day of the first month in Chinese calendar and ends the 15th. People will pour out their money to buy presents, food, decorations, clothing, and other materials. It is similar as Christmas in Canada. There are many traditional food and decorations that symbolize good luck, happiness, wealth, longevity. Red color has been used in various way, which people believe it’s the best color in celebration.

“New-year visit” is a practice known as visiting kin, relatives,  and friends. (In Chinese, we call it 拜年(bainian)). People will wear new clothes to signify a new year, new start. Red packets, the red envelop with luck money, will be given to juniors and children by the elders and marrieds.

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Emergency

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Language

Canada is a bilingual country; the official languages spoken are English and French. Canada is a multi-cultural nation however, and many other languages are spoken within individual families and cultural communities. Visitors should only expect English to be spoken at most accommodations, restaurants, attractions and other tourist services.

Currency

Canadian currency is in dollars and cents. Our one dollar and two dollar denominations are coins, while all other dollar denominations are paper currency.

Taxes

Most purchases in British Columbia are subject to sales tax totaling 12% of the purchase price. The provincial sales tax (PST) of 7% applies to retail purchases and leases with the exception of liquor, which is taxed at 10%. Some items, including groceries, restaurant meals, children clothing and books, are PST exempt. The federal Goods and Services Tax (GST) of 5% is applicable to most purchased goods and services, but rebates on accommodations and purchases taken out of the country can be claimed by non-residents of Canada. Some restrictions apply. For more information call 1-800-66-VISIT from within Canada; outside Canada call 902-432-5608.

Time Zones

Canada spans six time zones and is five to 10 hours behind Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). Victoria, Vancouver Island and most of mainland B.C. are in the Pacific Standard Time zone (PST). Standard Time zones are observed during winter months. Each year, on the second Sunday in March, Daylight Savings Time comes into effect in most of Canada, including B.C.. Clocks are advanced by one hour. On the first Sunday in November, Canada reverts to Standard Time.

Drinking and Alcohol

The minimum age for the legal consumption of alcohol, beer and wine in British Columbia is 19. It is illegal to drink and drive.

Smoking in Public Places

Smoking is prohibited in indoor public places and work places. The province has also banned smoking near public doorways, open windows and air intakes.

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On the south side of LoJo is the beautiful garden walkaway called Paper Box Arcade, where you can find the world’s largest selection of Converse. On the North side of Lower Johnson Street is Market Square, featuring more than 35 independently owned and operated local shops, eateries and a nightclub. To get to LoJo from Yates Street go down Waddington Alley past Victoria’s favorite Italian Restaurant and BC’s oldest continuously operating bakery.

Lower Johnson is characterized by colorful heritage buildings lining both sides of the street. The 19th century was a period of great growth in Victoria and the gold rushes of 1858 and 1897 created a huge boom in immigration and the building of hotels, stores and the E&N railway in Old Town.

Come and enjoy the unique fashion in LoJo. You will find your favor local designers’ design that matches your sense!

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You can have three-course meal, or causal afternoon tea  in the Parliament Buildings’ dining room. The food is incredible with reasonable price, most of all, you enjoy the relaxing dining environment, friendly and professional services. However, it only open from 12pm to 5pm in weekdays, except holidays. You have to make reservation, and bring your ID. What? ID? Yes, for the security reason.

Tours in Victoria reminds you that you’d better check BC holiday time if you plan to have meals in Parliament Buildings’ dining room. For those international visitors, you must bring your passports.

The British Columbia Parliament Buildings were designed by Francis Rattenbury and constructed in several stages from 1893 to 1916. The Parliament Buildings officially opened in February 1989.

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There are many events and activities holding in Victoria.

What’s coming in the new year? Please check out our event calendar.

Vision Into Reality: The Birth of the Collection

Today, the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria holds the largest public collection of art in the province. Working with a nearly blank slate, Colin Graham, the AGGV’s founding Director, imagined a collection culled from every corner of the world. He wanted to give Victoria the whole gamut of ethnic cultures. Building relationships with Victorians who had art in their homes, Graham appealed to them to help establish a collection that could be held in public trust for the citizens of British…

Price: $2.00 to $12.00 (Free for Members)    Dates:  Sep 25, 2009 – Mar 28, 2010

Victoria Film Festival

The 2010 Victoria Film Festival is just around the corner. Films will be grouped into specific categories to help viewers find the type of films that interest them most.
No matter if it is controversial cinema, Oscar-winning drama, provocative documentary or the list of special guests attending the Victoria Film Festival, this romp though the world of film is the event you don’t want to miss!
Our program guide will be available in early January and in a historic move, the Victoria Film…

Price: $7.00 to $250.00 (We provide the option of single sale tickets, ticket packages or film passes of varying levels.)    Dates:  Jan 29, 2010 – Feb 07, 2010

Ice Skating on the Rooftop

For 6 magical weeks this Winter, Victoria residents will have the chance to enjoy a much loved Canadian tradition.outdoor ice skating!
Victorians young and young-at-heart are invited to come out and skate on the rooftop.
A large 80′x40′ ice rink will be set up on the rooftop of Mayfair Shopping Centre. The ice is synthetic and offers a much more environmentally friendly alternative to real ice, and permits outdoor skating in all kinds of weather.
Music to skate by will be provided courtesy…

Price: Free       Dates:  Jan 15, 2010 – Feb 28, 2010

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