Tourism Challenge
April 22 – May 31, 2023
Culture is all around us and is a great way of connecting to a place, while nourishing the mind and spirit. From public art to galleries to theatres, explore cultural gems across the North Shore region online (via the North Shore Culture Compass) and/or in person, picking up clues along the way!
This Treasure Hunt can be completed entirely on the North Shore Culture Compass, or by visiting locations to find clues in-person.
Visit CityScape Community ArtSpace (335 Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver) for your stamp once you’ve found all the clues and the keyword.
YOUR TASK
- Below there are six clues that will lead you to a hidden letter that can be found on the free online culture map, NorthShoreCultureCompass.ca or in person if you fancy a cultural excursion!
Each clue has information, a picture hint (puzzle piece) and the category icon showing you where to find the answer on the Culture Compass. - Find the answer for each clue/question.
- Select the requested letter from each answer.
- Once you have found all six letters you’ll have the code word that completes this sentence:
Visit the North Shore Culture Compass to _ _ _ _ _ _ cultural opportunities across Vancouver’s North Shore, all year long!
- Got the correct code word? Congratulations! Visit Cityscape Community ArtSpace during opening hours to get your 2 stamps.
PRO TIPS:
Want to double check you have found the right listing? It will contain the whole picture that the puzzle piece fits into!
Want to know which category a listing is in? Use the colourful icons (linked to the olnine map) in each question that correspond with each category!
Know the name of the listing you are looking for? Use the search bar!
Have a hunch about the location? Span and zoom into that neighbourhood.
Want to open a listing? Click on the wayfinder triangles!
THE CLUES:
Download the pdf cluesheet below
or
Follow the clues below on this page
Tourism Challenge Treasure Hunt 2023
1. This map shows the historical and scenic 7.5km loop around North Vancouver City. Originally conceived n 1907, the route connects parks along an easy path to ride bike, walk, or run.
What is the name of this urban greenway?
Take the second letter of the second word (hint: it’s a colour).
the answer to this clue can be found in the natural & cultural heritage category in the listings, by clicking on a point, or by clicking on the dashed green line that shows the route of the loop
2. This cultural space hosts group-based contemporary art exhibitions with interactive components to engage the public. Just a few blocks north of the Seabus terminal, at the northern edge of the Shipyard District, it's at the centre of Lower Lonsdale.
What is the name of this place? (hint: three words) (another hint: North Van Arts offices are here, and the Art Rental programme, and The Shop…)
Take the last letter of the first or third word, it’s the same letter!
the answer to this clue can be found in the cultural spaces & facilities category
3. We’re looking forward to this annual event, happening in West Vancouver from June 2-3, 2023. Attractions include cultural pavilions, live music, dancers, International lounge and food trucks, and the North Shore Culture Compass tent!
What do we call this type of event? (Hint: its part of the category title.)
Take the 6th letter of that word.
the answer to this clue can be found in the festivals & events category
Did you know that over 900 current events were listed on the North Shore Culture Compass in 2022?
Its a great resource to find out what’s happening in the region – and where.
4. One of the many trails on the North Shore, this one can be done in small hikes, or one big, long one. As you hike along the trail, you’ll notice the trail markers have a recognizable icon. The icon looks like something you might find on a map, or a stylized flower.
What is the name of the trail?
Take the 4th letter of the first word.
the answer to this clue can be found in the natural & cultural heritage category by clicking on the dashed green line that shows the route of this east-west trail that spans most of the North Shore
The North Shore Culture Compass has 21 trails, all with cultural significance and interesting stories.
You can also explore 4 Coho Interpretive Zones to learn all about conservation and habitat restoration.
5. This stone house was built as a residence in 1940, and in 1994 began a new life as a museum with dynamic exhibitions, educational programs, and publications. They also organize West Coast Modern Week every year in July.
What type of museum is it?
Take the first letter of that word.
the answer to this clue can be found in the cultural spaces & facilities category
6. An artist from the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) Nation artist designed this work of public art to echo the Lions Gate Bridge, with the image of a Thunderbird head in Coast Salish design.
What is the artist’s name in Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Sníchim (Squamish language) His Sḵwx̱wú7mesh name is in three parts.
Take the first letter of the second part.
the answer to this clue can be found in the first nations and public art categories
