VonPursey
VonPursey t1_iy44s60 wrote
Cape Scott Provincial Park and the North Coast Trail that goes through it is absolutely epic. Sea wolves, bears, eagles, huge trees, expansive empty beaches, you'll see it all. Even though we hiked through in the summer we barely saw a soul. Just beware the trail can be a very tough slog. Expect mud, rain, cooler temperatures and lots of wind no matter what.
VonPursey t1_isyrdjs wrote
Reply to TIL that in an effort to save $43.5, the Canadian Mint mailed the dies of the new $1 coin via a discount courier over using an armored car- which were promptly stolen and have never been found. This would lead to the adoption of the Loonie design as an emergency replacement. by Padgriffin
Bet they shipped with fucken Purolator
VonPursey t1_jdiiabk wrote
Reply to TIL that Chinese Food was introduced into America during the California Gold Rush, starting in 1848. As 30,000 immigrants had arrived from the Canton region of China, the restaurants gave the predominantly male population a connection to home and provided gathering places for the Chinese community. by jdward01
And a lot of what we would consider typical Chinese food was developed (or modified) in North America as a result. Ginger beef comes from Calgary, of all places