March 5th, 2010 FlagWalk kids colouring
contest prize winner announced READ MORE
February 6, 2010 The South Granville BIA is pleased to welcome a temporary guest to our neighbourhood. Victorinox Swiss Army will be in South Granville this week with a 40 foot airstream trailer READ MORE
February 2, 2010 B'nai Brith Canada, BC Region, applauds Vancouver local business association READ MORE
January 26, 2010 FlagWalk contest grand prize winners announced READ MORE
Jeff Lee, Vancouver Sun, December 9, 2009 ... a flap over Taiwan's flag READ
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Jeff Lee, Vancouver Sun, November 20, 2009 Flag walk program connects South Granville, Yaletown READ
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FlagWalk
Kids Colouring Contest Prize Winner Announced
FlagWalk is pleased to announce that Miss Delaney Lathigee is the winner of the FlagWalk kids colouring contest. Delaney
successfully coloured her way to win a $5,000 playroom makeover from Pottery Barn Kids. The organizers of FlagWalk congratulate Delaney and wish her Happy Shopping!
FlagWalk Grand Prize Winners Announced
Geraldine and Mike Holmstrom have won the FlagWalk contest grand prize of a $10,000 travel voucher from Flight Centre and two Victorinox Swiss Army carry-on bags and two Victorinox Alpineer wheeled duffel bags. The organizers of FlagWalk congratulate Geraldine and Mike and wish them bon voyage!
The
FlagWalk Commemorative Poster is
available here online or from the South Granville BIA office,
in Vancouver.
Full
colour flag decals of the 83 countries from
February 2010 in celebration of international
friendship. The poster is printed at 24" x 39"
on high quality matte poster paper and rolled
into a poster tube suitable for travel and mailing.
A great souvenir for yourself and a wonderful
gift for family and friends. The South
Granville Business Improvement Association
is pleased to direct all profits from the sale
of these posters to support the Arts
Club Theatre Company, a not-for-profit arts
organization. South Granville is home to the
historic Stanley
Industrial Alliance Stage which not only
serves as the main stage for the Arts Club Theatre
Company, but also serves as the cultural heart
of the community.
Purchase Online Here! Price includes Shipping & Handling
FlagWalk is the creation of a unique walking route
connecting Yaletown and South Granville, two of Vancouver's
truly unique neighbourhoods. The FlagWalk pathway
spans a total distance of 3.74 kms and features the
flags of countries participating in the 2010 Winter
Games. FlagWalk FAQ's Won't people be offended by walking on the flag? No. these are not flags.
These decals are round, to depict the world, since we are inviting the world to the 2010 Games.
No country in the world has a round flag.
The artwork and colours chosen are very respectful of the Flags, and as true as possible to their design. We have done significant research to ensure everyone can be proud of the symbol that represents each country.
The decals have been installed to leave plenty of room for pedestrians to walk around them, if they choose.
The Cdn maple leaf appears on many products especially on Canada Day, including shoes, jackets, underwear, chairs and cupcakes. We wear it, sit on it, walk on and eat depictions of our flag.
How many countries are represented on FlagWalk? Nearly 80 countries are represented, but only
the countries that will likely be bringing a team
to the 2010 Games. Each country is on FlagWalk more
than once. Since FlagWalk is being installed before
all the countries have finished qualifying for the
Olympics, we may have to install a few more decals.
What is the route? From BC Place Stadium, through Yaletown to
David Lam Park and over the Granville St. Bridge to
16th Ave. There are 450 decals on FlagWalk. The route
is 4km long and takes about 35minutes to walk.
How was the route chosen?
As a wayfinding route to connect pedestrians with some of the downtown Olympic venues, through 2 great neighbourhoods.
What order are the decals put down in? Alphabetical, beginning at BC Place stadium.
Additional decals have been put down on some street
corners, and if a BIA member sponsors a particular
one.
How are the decals installed? What is the material?
The decals are produced from a non-skid, durable 3M material that is industrially glued to the pavement.
Is this a City or VANOC project?
No. this is a community partnership between two BIA areas; South Granville and Yaletown. The project is funded by the business community of these 2 neighbourhoods.
Full
colour flag decals of the 83 countries from
February 2010 in celebration of international
friendship. The poster is printed at 24" x 39"
on high quality matte poster paper and rolled
into a poster tube suitable for travel and mailing.
A great souvenir for yourself and a wonderful
gift for family and friends. The 
