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Philip Timms, Vancouver Public Library; Joe Fortes, City of Vancouver archives
Everyone loves a day at the beach
The more things change, the more they stay the same. More than 100 years have passed since this photo was taken in 1905, and while the fashion has evolved and the waterfront has changed, one thing has remained constant year after year: Vancouverites love English Bay on a sunny summer day.
Did you know?
English Bay resident Seraphim Joseph Fortes, commonly known as Joe Fortes, was appointed Vancouver’s first official lifeguard in 1900.
Michael is a graduate from the BCIT Broadcast Journalism program and the former associate editor of BCLiving. When he’s not gaming, he’s watching sports, practicing yoga or enjoying a potent potable.
Vancouver in the Past: English Bay in 1905
Everyone loves a day at the beach
The more things change, the more they stay the same. More than 100 years have passed since this photo was taken in 1905, and while the fashion has evolved and the waterfront has changed, one thing has remained constant year after year: Vancouverites love English Bay on a sunny summer day.
Did you know?
English Bay resident Seraphim Joseph Fortes, commonly known as Joe Fortes, was appointed Vancouver’s first official lifeguard in 1900.
Michael is a graduate from the BCIT Broadcast Journalism program and the former associate editor of BCLiving. When he’s not gaming, he’s watching sports, practicing yoga or enjoying a potent potable.
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