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CBC explorASIAN Launch

explorASIAN Launch

On Saturday, May 1, 2004, look for CBC on location at the explorASIAN Trade Bazaar happening at the Vancouver Public Library and join us in the afternoon for special CBC explorASIAN Launch events!

Visit CBC's Theatre B for special screenings featuring selections from CBC Television's ZeD and the critically acclaimed documentary Sleeping Tigers: The Asahi Baseball Story. Be part of our audience for an explorASIAN Celebration featuring comedian Tetsuro Shigematsu, readings from the upcoming CBC Radio drama, A Fine Balance and much more. Cap off your evening by joining Eleanor Wachtel, host of Writers & Company and a special on Asian writing in North America.

EVENT SCHEDULE

  • 1 p.m.: CBC Television presents explorZeD (45 min.)
  • 2:30 p.m.: CBC Television presents Sleeping Tigers: The Asahi Baseball Story (50 min.)
  • 4 p.m.: Doors open at 3:30 p.m. — CBC Radio One 690 presents a Studio One Live Broadcast featuring Tetsuro Shigematsu and more
  • 7 p.m.: Writers & Company — Asian writers' panel with Eleanor Wachtel

To attend one or all of these events, or for more information, please call 604-662-6611.

Admission is free but seating is limited — those interested must confirm attendance by calling the number above. First come, first served.


   


Spirit of Vancouver Partner




Holland America Line (HAL)

Spirit of Vancouver Partner

With more than 130 years of experience, Holland America Line is recognized as the undisputed leader in the cruise industry’s premium segment. Its 13 ships sail to more than 320 ports of call on all seven continents, ranging from popular Caribbean and Alaska itineraries to exotic cruises to the far corners of the world.

Over the course of the company’s long history, first as a cargo- and passenger-shipping carrier, and subsequently a leisure-cruise line, Holland America Line has carried more than 10 million passengers from Europe to the New World and to vacation destinations across the globe.

Headquartered in Seattle, Holland America Line cruises offer spacious, elegant ships and accommodations; sophisticated five-star dining; gracious, unobtrusive service; extensive enrichment programs and activities; and compelling worldwide itineraries.

In 2007, Holland America Line will have five ships cruising to Alaska from Vancouver. Two ships, the ms Zuiderdam and ms Zaandam, will cruise roundtrip from Vancouver, and three ships will sail one way between Vancouver and Seward. The company’s operations result in a quarter billion dollars of economic impact annually on the British Columbia economy.

Holland America Line’s corporate giving program focuses on supporting non-profit organizations in five of our key port cities, including Vancouver. We are thrilled to be a Spirit of Vancouver partner and join other partners in maintaining and improving the vibrancy and quality of life of this great city.

www.hollandamerica.com

300 Elliott Avenue West
Seattle, WA 98119


Phone: 206-281-3535 / Toll-free 1-800-637-5029
Fax: 206-262-5934

Click here for a directory of Spirit of Vancouver Partners.



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