Join us on Wednesday, February 10, from 7:45 am – 8:45 am (PST), to welcome the Olympic Flame as it passes the Trans Canada Trail Pavilion in North Vancouver. In the southwest corner of Waterfront Park, west of Lonsdale Quay, near the Marine Institute. Look for the Trans Canada Trail banner.
*Note: Timeframe allows for gathering of greeters and brief arrival and departure of the Olympic Flame. Dress for weather.
From coast to coast to coast
The Trail has proudly welcomed the Olympic Flame at 25 Trans Canada Trail Pavilions from coast to coast to coast from October 31, 2009 to February 10, 2010. Our sincere appreciation goes to RBC Foundation and Northwater Foundation for making it possible for TCT to celebrate the Trail in this unique way. We also thank the many local and provincial trail group representatives and municipal contacts for helping with on-the-ground logistics leading up to the Flame’s arrival at each Pavilion.
Explore the Trans Canada Trail in North Vancouver, British Columbia
In the summer of 2003 the North Shore Pavilion of the Trans Canada Trail was officially opened. One of only three National Level Pavilions in Canada, the pavilion is a heritage landmark which serves as a national monument honouring Canada’s First Nations. Darren Yelton, of the Squamish Nation, carved the welcoming grandmother and grandfather figures inviting friendship on the Trail, a place for everyone. The pavilion is strategically situated in a scenic location in Waterfront Park overlooking Burrard Inlet.
This seawall section of the Trans Canada Trail connects Mosquito Creek via the Mission Squamish Nation Reserve to the Lonsdale Quay where cyclists and walkers take the SeaBus across Burrard Inlet to the City of Vancouver. The Mosquito Creek Trail is a superb natural trail with fish channels heading towards Capilano Regional Park renowned for its Cleveland dam, fish ladders, canyon and primitive forest. The Lonsdale Quay itself is a great hub of activity because of its popular daily market.
Did you know?
- The area has a great view of the City of Vancouver, Canada Place, and the new Convention Centre.
- Views also of the north side of Stanley Park and the Lions Gate Bridge.
- The Trans Canada Trail is the gateway to a network of densely forested North Shore mountain trails, with many points of interest such as the Capilano Salmon Hatchery and Cleveland Dam.
February 8th, 2010
Join us on Monday, February 8, from 10:00 am – 10:45 am (PST), to welcome the Olympic Flame as it passes the Trans Canada Trail Pavilion in Fort Langley. The pavilion is located at the Fort Langley historical site, on the corner of River Road and Mavis Avenue. Look for the Trans Canada Trail banner.
*Note: Timeframe allows for gathering of greeters and brief arrival and departure of the Olympic Flame. Dress for weather.
From coast to coast to coast
Trans Canada Trail volunteers and supporters plan to welcome the Torch at TCT pavilions across the country. The Torch will pass 25 pavilions as it travels from coast to coast to coast from October 31, 2009 to February 10, 2010. Mark these dates on your calendar, watch for the details, and come out and celebrate the Olympic spirit!
| 2009 |
12/19 Burlington, ON |
| 10/31 Nanaimo, BC |
12/29 Barrie, ON |
| 11/03 Whitehorse, YT |
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| 11/05 Yellowknife, NT |
2010 |
| 11/13 St. John’s, NL |
01/05 ON/MB Border |
| 11/15 Pasadena/Corner Brook, NL |
01/09 Yorkton, SK |
| 11/17 Port Hastings, NS |
01/10 Regina, SK |
| 11/18 Truro, NS |
01/20 Canmore, AB |
| 11/21 Charlottetown, PEI |
01/22 Cranbrook, BC |
| 11/23 Summerside, PEI |
01/24 Trail, BC |
| 11/23 Dieppe/Moncton, NB |
01/24 Grand Forks, BC |
| 11/25 Fredericton, NB |
01/25 Penticton, BC |
| 12/10 Montreal, QC |
02/08 Fort Langley, BC |
| 12/16 Peterborough, ON |
02/10 North Vancouver, BC |
Our Olympic Torch Legacy activities have been made possible by
the RBC Foundation, a proud supporter of the Trans Canada Trail.
Explore the Trans Canada Trail in Fort Langley, British Columbia
The Fort Langley Pavilion was constructed in time for the cross-country Trans Canada Trail Relay and was opened at this occasion on April 16, 2000. This site is so popular with donors that a second pedestal has been added and is now complete with donor names and messages. The pavilion also celebrates the contributions of the Kwantlen First Nations, member of the Sto:lo, whose members continue to work as guides and story tellers in the present fort.
In this region the Trans Canada Trail joins the Pitt River Regional Greenway in Pitt Meadows and reaches Fort Langley via the magnificent new Golden Ears Bridge, the highly popular and interpreted Fort to Fort Trail on the banks of the Fraser River, and the buzzing heritage and artisan town of Fort Langley.
Did you know?
- The Fort-to-Fort trail is slated to be part of a regional plan to follow the Fraser River connecting parks and water access from Hope to the Strait of Georgia.
- Fort Langley has one of the largest equestrian centres in British Columbia.
- In addition to the National Historic Fort interpretive centre, there are two other important museums along the trail: the Langley Centennial Museum and the B.C. Farm Machinery Museum.
February 7th, 2010
Valerie Pringle, Trans Canada Trail Chair, carried the Olympic Torch in Squamish, BC on the morning of Friday, February 5th. Despite the wet weather, spirits were high as Olympic and Trail supporters came out to cheer all the runners on.
February 5th, 2010
Each year, students aged 5 to 18 are invited to take part in the Canada Day Poster Challenge by designing a theme-based poster that illustrates their pride in Canada and in being Canadian. This year’s theme is My Canada is…
For more information about the theme and contest entry rules, visit Canadian Heritage.
January 27th, 2010
Trans Canada Trail is pleased to announce that the Globe and Mail has agreed to be the Trail’s Nation Print Media Partner. Starting in April, ads and stories about the Trail will appear regularly in Canada’s national newspaper. This is very exciting and will provide trail users and supporters the latest information about Canada’s national Trail.
The first ad appeared in the Globe on November 13 (page A23). The Philanthropy special insert that day also featured an article about the Trail – Initiative blazes path for national good.
Thanks to a major trail supporter!
November 24th, 2009
November 20, 2009. Trans Canada Trail and Parks Canada have formalized an agreement to work together to further recreational trail planning, development, management and promotion in Canada.
The terms of the agreement are set out in a Memorandum of Understanding, which was signed by Deborah Apps and the Minister of the Environment, the Hon. Jim Prentice, at the Ministers’ Round Table on Parks Canada in Toronto today. Deborah Apps and Valerie Pringle took part in a media conference with Minister Prentice.
According to the terms of the new MOU, Parks Canada and the Trans Canada Trail are committing to collaborate, and will work to “identify, develop and implement mutually beneficial projects, programs and opportunities related to trail planning, design, construction, maintenance, sustainability, safety, communications, promotions and learning”.
As well, there will be a more structured collaboration between staff of the two organizations and the wider trails community for greater sharing of information; collaborative activities; and an annual work plan that identifies potential projects, programs and opportunities. 
“Trans Canada Trail is honoured to be entering this new partnership with Parks Canada, one of Canada’s most treasured and iconic natural and cultural heritage organizations,” says Deborah Apps, President and CEO. “Both organizations are committed to preserving Canada’s special outdoor and historic places as a living legacy and are inspiring Canadians and visitors to explore and discover our magnificent country.”
Parks Canada Media Release: Minister Prentice Signs Agreement with Trans Canada Trail during Stakeholder Roundtable on Parks Canada
Backgrounder: Parks Canada –Trans Canada Trail MOU
Photos (upper left): Jim Prentice, Minister of the Environment and Minister Responsible for Parks Canada and TCT Chair Valerie Pringle sign the MOU. Alan Latourelle and Deborah Apps look on. (lower right): The Hon Jim Prentice and Valerie Pringle watch Alan Latourelle, CEO Parks Canada and Deborah Apps, President and CEO Trans Canada Trail sign the MOU.
November 23rd, 2009
Enthusiastic crowds lined Highway 1 just before noon on Sunday, November 15th to greet the Olympic Torch on the third day of its journey through Newfoundland and Labrador. Trans Canada Trail volunteers and supporters plan to welcome the Torch at 25 Trans Canada Trail pavilions as it travels from coast to coast to coast on the relay to Vancouver.
The Trans Canada Trail in Pasadena and Corner Brook
Situated near the mouth of the magnificent Humber River, the Corner Brook Pavilion’s proximity to the Trans Canada Highway makes it a welcome rest stop for the thousands of visitors who pass through the Humber Valley each year to enjoy some of the region’s breathtaking scenery and pristine wilderness. Initially following along the route of the old trans-island railway, the Trail is being re-routed due to highway expansion between Corner Brook and Pasadena. To the south of Corner Brook, the T’Railway skirts a number of small coastal fishing and farming communities, while crossing over many of the large salmon rivers flowing into the Gulf of St. Lawrence. Just past the town of Deer Lake, the T’Railway leaves civilization behind and heads east across the Gaff Topsails. Technically known as a peneplain, or ancient eroded surface, this desolate plateau is covered in bogs and shallow ponds and dotted with glacial deposits and large boulders.
Did you know?
- The Gaff Topsails are named after four massive rock outcrops which are said to resemble the sails on an old-time sailing vessel.
- The famous British cartographer, Captain James Cook, used Corner Brook as a base of operations when he first charted this part of the Newfoundland coast in 1767.
- Located just outside of Corner Brook, Marble Mountain is one of eastern Canada’s premiere skiing destinations with an average annual snowfall of 500 centimetres.
November 17th, 2009
Just before 7:00 pm local time on Saturday, October 31 the Olympic Torch was passed from one proud Torch bearer to the next at the Nanaimo Pavilion off Jingle Pot Road. Close to 70 spectators were on hand to witness the event under a full Hallowe’en moon.
Trans Canada Trail representative Tim Hoskin, National Director of Trail, welcomed the many Trans Canada Trail supporters. He presented a plaque to RBC Nanaimo Branch Manager Anne Kuzminski in commemoration of RBC Foundation’s support of the Trail Olympic Torch Legacy activities. The Olympic Torch Relay will pass Trans Canada Trail pavilions in Whitehorse on November 3 and Yellowknife on November 5.
Waiting for the Olympic flame!
The Olympic Torch continues on its journey
November 2nd, 2009
The Trans Canada Trail inter-provincial gateway welcoming trail users to Newfoundland will be unveiled in Port aux Basques on Wednesday, August 5th at 11:00 a.m. The public is invited to attend and the opening will be followed by a short reception at the Railway Heritage Centre.
The gateway panels provide information about the Newfoundland T’Railway Provincial Park which follows the route of the former CN Railway line from Port aux Basques to St. John’s, a distance of 883 kilometres. It is located at the Grand Bay trestle near the site of the Railway Heritage Centre in Port aux Basques. The T’Railway is the Newfoundland portion of the Trans Canada Trail.
The T’Railway is being developed with the assistance of the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, the provincial government and the Trans Canada Trail organization. The Newfoundland T’Railway Council is currently upgrading and refurbishing the 130 former railway trestles along the trail.
For further information, please contact the Newfoundland T’Railway Council at 709-256-8833.
August 3rd, 2009
Some 60 people, including trail enthusiasts and retired railway workers, were on hand to take part in a museum opening and relocation ceremony for the Trans Canada Trail pavilion in St. John’s on June 12th, 2009. The pavilion was relocated to the grounds of the Railway Coastal Museum which occupies the 1st floor of the 104-year-old former CN train station on Water Street. Newfoundland T’Railway Council President Jamie Warren said the new site has a direct connection to the former railway line. Newfoundland’s portion of the national trail follows the 883-km route from St. John’s to Port aux Basques.
Trans Canada Trail Pavilion on the grounds of the Railway Coastal Museum, St. John's, NL
July 20th, 2009
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