Monthly Archives: December 2009

Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2010 Across Canada

Posted on December 28, 2009 by vivian is virtual

Cheering in 2010 from Times Square? Fuggedaboutit! Canada’s got plenty of family-friendly, outdoor parties to ring in the new year this December 31: HALIFAX “A” New Year’s Eve Show 10…9…8… Countdown with free concerts, fireworks, TV personalities and a huge … Continue reading →

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Benoît Huot – Interview with World Para Swimming Champ

Posted on December 26, 2009 by vivian is virtual

Remember our boy, Benoît Huot? Well he’s just scored four medals at the Para Swimming World Short Course Championships in Rio de Janeiro, in Brazil! Check out our latest interview below: Q: What significance did the Rio competition hold? A: … Continue reading →

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The ”All I want for Christmas” Contest winner is…

Posted on December 23, 2009 by vivian is virtual

Our contest All I want for Christmas was a huge success! And the winner is… John Daniel Firth of Mississauga, Ontario! John Daniel wins $200 in VIA Rail travel. Thanks to all for sharing your wish list – May all your … Continue reading →

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Top 10 low-budget Winter Family Activities

Posted on December 21, 2009 by vivian is virtual

Holidays got you feeling a little penny-pinched? Bundle up the family and head outside to try these fun and low-budget winter activities: Slip on skates at an outdoor rink Stack snow boulders into any icy fort Stake out sides for … Continue reading →

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And the photo contest winners are…

Posted on December 18, 2009 by vivian is virtual

At long last, the news you’ve been waiting for! We were totally overwhelmed by the response to our little Facebook contest – you were enthusiastic in your response and your photos were dynamite. The selection and confirmation process is now … Continue reading →

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VIA destinations magazine hot off the press

Posted on December 16, 2009 by vivian is virtual

The December-January online issue of VIA destinations is here! I loved: The cover pic of Kent Nagano – the man has great hair! Sit down with the maestro  and discover how he’s transformed the MSO… and charmed the rest of … Continue reading →

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Top 5: what to see and do – Jasper

Posted on December 10, 2009 by vivian is virtual

  Forget hibernating at home – head to Jasper! Deep in the Alberta Rockies, this area offers views, wilderness and enough winter fun to tempt anyone into the cold. I know my dream Jasper weekend includes:   1- Skiing AND … Continue reading →

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Christmas markets in Quebec

Posted on December 7, 2009 by vivian is virtual

Forever true to their reputation for joie de vivre, the people of Quebec certainly know how to celebrate the holidays. If you’re a Christmas-a-holic, here are five Christmas markets that are sure to fill you with even more good cheer … Continue reading →

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New Contest: Win $200 in train travel this Christmas

Posted on December 2, 2009 by vivian is virtual

If every holiday season you’re dropping hints , circling catalogs and scattering wish lists… and still wind up with a toaster, Vivian’s coming to your rescue! Enter my “All I want for Christmas…” contest: Leave a comment on this post … Continue reading →

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