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Accent Inns supports Sporting Associations across BC

Accent Inns, proud to support sporting associations across BC. Whether it's baseball, basketball, hockey, soccer or perhaps gymnastics or dance, Accent Inns has a great history of working with local teams and leagues all across BC. This column will highlight some of those groups and their great stories.

 
 
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FREE LEARN TO FISH PROGRAM

Tuesday, June 21st, 2011
Victoria hotel chain supports Freshwater fisheries society learn to fish program

Learning all about fish

The Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC (FFSBC) has officially launched the 2011 freshwater fishing season. The FFSBC will be introducing groups of novice anglers to the joys of sport fishing at several lakes in BC. The free courses are available to residents.

 

Participants in the Learn to Fish program are given a two-hour course in basic fish biology, fishing techniques, and fishing etiquette. The course is offered at a number of locations on Vancouver Island and across the Lower Mainland. Registration is encouraged and participation is free of charge. The FFSBC does, however, accept donations. ..read more about the learn to fish program

 

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FISH FOR FREE THIS FATHERS’ DAY WEEKEND IN BC

Thursday, June 16th, 2011
Terry Farmer victoria hotel founder with his Grandchildren

Accent Inn founder Terry Farmer enjoys fishing with his Grandchildren

The Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC , one of Accent Inns Fish for the Future partners, has an awesome event for this Fathers day weekend.

Have fun, win great prizes and fish for free at a local Family Fishing event in BC this Fathers’ Day Weekend, June 17-19. The Family Fishing Society of BC and the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC are inviting everyone to come out rain or shine and enjoy a day at the lake with a free fishing licence as part of our plan to get more British Columbians hooked on fishing.

BC’s Family Fishing Weekend is a great opportunity to attend an organized community event, or create your own family fishing adventure at one the province’s thousands of lakes with a free three-day licence, compliments of the BC Government. It is also a perfect opportunity to become a Fishing Buddy and pledge to introduce at least one friend to fishing this year. ..read more about fishing free on fathers day weekend

 

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Bike to Work Week a Success!

Monday, June 6th, 2011

Bike friendly hotel sponsors bike to work weekMay 30 -June 5.  A hearty congratulations go to all those participants in this years Bike to work week.  A special thank you to the organizers and volunteers of the Victoria and Kelowna celebrations for allowing Accent Inns to be a supporter of your events.

 

Victoria BC’s event had over 3000 cyclist participate!   The “editor” attended the Kelowna week ending finale. (...read more about Kelowna's great event)

 

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Strap on that helmet: Accent Inns now a true, bike friendly hotel

Thursday, May 19th, 2011

May 18, 2011, Victoria, BC

Mandy Farmer President & CEO

A new program by the BC family owned and operated hotel chain Accent Inns is going to make travelling with your bicycle a whole lot easier.

The program, called “Bike Love,” rolls out May 20, 2011 at all five Accent Inns’ hotel locations and is aimed at bike lovers who enjoy travelling with their two-wheeled friends.

“Vacationing and competitive cyclists – both amateur and pro – already know all too well how tough it can be to find bike-friendly accommodations,” said Mandy Farmer, CEO of Accent Inns. “As an cycling enthusiast and mountain bike lover myself, I figured the time was now to introduce a bike-friendly program to the BC hotel marketplace – one that went above-and-beyond the standard ‘leave your bike chained to the rack outside,’ deal.” .....Read more about the special amenities for cyclists and our top 5 list

 

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Vancouver Canadians Baseball Club announce exciting promotions

Wednesday, May 11th, 2011

The Vancouver Canadians Baseball Club will mark the 60th anniversary of Scotiabank Field at Nat Bailey Stadium with one of the most exciting promotional schedules in franchise history.

Opening Night is Friday, June 17th at 7:05pm out at Scotiabank Field at Nat Bailey Stadium as the C’s welcome the Yakima Bears.

Accent Inn Vancouver Airport hotel Donna Price wearing Vancouver Canadians jersey

Accent Inn Vancouver Airport hotel's Donna Price loves Canadians Baseball

Fans will be dazzled with the most impressive Superstar Series in recent memory as the BC Sports Hall of Fame will present five (5) former Toronto Blue Jays including soon-to-be National Baseball Hall of Fame member Roberto Alomar (June 28th).  Along with Alomar, the C’s will welcome Lloyd Moseby (June 20th), Kelly Gruber (July 2nd), Ed Sprague (August 4th), and Jesse Barfield (August 15th).

The longtime tradition continues as fans can soak up the sunshine during one of our nine (9) Power Smart ‘Nooners presented by BC Hydro.  Gates will open at noon with all Power Smart ‘Nooners set for 1:05pm.

(read more about the Vancouver Canadians Baseball clubs promotional schedule.....)

 

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The Annual FAB 50 Elite Girls Basketball Camp

Tuesday, May 3rd, 2011

Head Coach Bruce Langford instructs campers.

The annual FAB 50 Elite Girls Basketball Camp was held Saturday-Sunday, April 23-24 at Spectrum Community School’s Gyms.

The annual camp brought together 40 of the top girls basketball players in grades 6-11 from schools around the Victoria area for a weekend of basketball instruction from some of the top coaches in the province.  The guest coaches included Simon Fraser University’s Bruce Langford, Thomson Rivers University’s Scott Reeves and Camosun College’s Brett Westcott, who is also the camp organizer.

FAB 50 Elite Girls at practice.

Accent Inn Victoria has been a sponsor of this youth development event for several years as the hotel hosts the visiting coaches who volunteer their time to work with the local players.  This camp also served as the selection camp for the South Vancouver Island Basketball Association select team program which will keep local players involved in the game through July with practices and games against teams from around the province.

 

 

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SALMON KINGS AUCTIONING OFF ELTON JOHN TICKETS

Tuesday, January 25th, 2011
Victoria Salmon Kings Pink in the Rink event

Victoria Salmon Kings Pink in the Rink event Feb 4th

Accent Inns are proud to be a sponsor of the Victoria Salmon Kings and BC Cancer Foundation’s Pink in the Rink event.

Fantastic prizes will be available to win during the game but some exciting news prior……..
SALMON KINGS AUCTIONING OFF ELTON JOHN TICKETS
TO SUPPORT BC CANCER FOUNDATION
Bid for two tickets to see Elton John packaged with Taylor Ellington pink jersey! more on Elton John tickets
 

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Camosun College Chargers gear up for 2011

Wednesday, January 12th, 2011

Camosun Chargers begin second half of the season

The Camosun College Chargers men’s volleyball team has shaken off the holiday rust and is set to start the second half of the BCCAA season with an Island Rivalry match up against the VIU Mariners this Friday evening in Nanaimo. The second and final round of matches in the 2010-11 Island Rivalry volleyball series is sure to be a hot contest and promises to deliver a great evening of volleyball action.

To augment the team’s training and development, the Chargers traveled to Kelowna over the holiday break to take part in a three-day training workshop which included a number of top teams from BC and Alberta.  “We wanted to accomplish three things with our trip to UBCO over the holidays,” explained Coach Parkinson. “We wanted to get the rust off, to continue to evolve our style of play and learn about ourselves in different situations, and to have fun.  In my mind we accomplished all three.” ...more on the chargers 2011 season

 

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Toronto Blue Jays Help Vancouver Canadians Baseball Foundation

Thursday, November 25th, 2010
vancouver canadians player

Accent Inns proud to support the Vancouver Canadians Baseball team

The Vancouver Canadians Baseball Club will host its inaugural Scotiabank Vancouver Canadians Baseball Foundation Hot Stove Luncheon featuring the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday, January 21st (1180 W. Hastings Street) starting at 12:00pm.

“As a community focused business, we are so proud to support sports organizations like the Vancouver Canadians, that offer such great support for their community”, Donna Price – Sport and Group manager Accent Inns Vancouver Airport hotel.

During this inaugural luncheon, the Vancouver Canadians Baseball Foundation will announce a focused, multi-tiered community initiative determined to help local youth by giving them both hope and opportunity while encouraging self-development and the chance to achieve excellence. ...more on the Toronto Blue Jays helping the Vancouver Canadians launch their new foundation

 

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Victoria Salmon Kings soon to play home opener

Monday, October 25th, 2010
Victoria Salmon Kings logo

Victoria Salmon Kings

Accent Inns are proud to once again be supporting the Victoria Salmon Kings, proud affiliate of the Vancouver Canucks and Manitoba Moose, announced today their ticketing and promotional schedule for next weekend’s home-opening series versus the Ontario Reign. Contact the Accent Inn Victoria hotel for special groups rates and deals.

Sponsored by 100.3 The Q and The Zone @ 91.3, the Salmon Kings kick-off their home schedule of the 2010-11 season with a three-game set versus the Reign on Wednesday, October 27th, Friday, October 29th and Saturday, October 30th. read more on the Victoria Salmon Kings

 

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