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HarbourCats Announce Hotel Partnership With Accent Inns

Thursday, February 14th, 2013

Victoria, BC – General Manager Holly Jones is pleased to announce that the Victoria HarbourCats have selected Accent Inns as the team’s Official Team Hotel for the inaugural season.

Under the agreement, Accent Inns will provide accommodation for all visiting players, coaches and staff, as well as a full breakfast at ABC Country Restaurant. Accent Inns will have a strong marketing and promotional presence at Royal Athletic Park.

“Accent Inns is a great choice for our Victoria hotel partner,” said Jones. “We are proud to partner with such a well-respected, locally owned business. They have a rich history of providing superior hospitality services here in Victoria, and I am confident that visiting players and coaches will enjoy the full range of amenities they have to offer.” ...read more

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What do Powerlines, Big Dogs and Alpacas have in Common?

Tuesday, February 12th, 2013

One of the best parts of my job as Sales Manager for Accent Inns on Vancouver Island is having the opportunity to visit many of our guests at their own work places. For most of these companies, the work place is not unusual – an office, a warehouse or a retail outlet. However, sometimes I come across work places that are just a wee bit different.

For instance, the first time I paid a visit to JACO Powerlines in Cobble Hill, I have to admit, I did have some expectations. I was expecting an operation similar to a B.C. Hydro operation with work areas, offices and a lot of vehicles. I was not prepared for what I found. In fact, I was pretty sure that my GPS had guided me to the wrong location. ,,,read more on powerlines dogs & aplacas

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Camosun Chargers Volleyball Prepares For Playoffs

Friday, February 8th, 2013

Camosun’s Alex Wolf earns PACWEST Men’s Volleyball Athlete of the Week Award

Third-year Camosun student-athlete Alex Wolf had a stellar weekend in the Chargers two wins over the CBC Bearcats, February 1-2. The 6’3” power from Surrey, BC was called on to play two different positions.

On Friday night Wolf played on the right side and contributed 13 points to the victory, with 11 kills, 2 ace serves and a number of key digs. On Saturday he returned to action, this time in the P1 position, and again led the Chargers with 12 kills on a stellar .500 efficiency, 2 blocks and another ace, along with 6 digs. .. read more on the Chargers getting ready for playoffs

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Been To Any Good Tea Parties Lately?

Thursday, February 7th, 2013

Although I am a dedicated coffee-drinker, I must admit I have been attending tea parties for a very long time. It all started when my sister received a blue and white china tea set for Christmas. We spent many hours sipping Kool-Aid from the delicate cups, always careful to crook our pinkie fingers and discuss the weather in a very genteel manner.

Unfortunately I don’t go to nearly as many tea parties as I used to but when I do, they are pretty spectacular.

For example, in 1990 I attended a tea party at Buckingham Palace. I had managed to get an invitation for myself and my husband to attend the Queen’s Garden Party and was quite thrilled to be picked out from the crowd of 6000 guests to be presented to the queen. After my private meeting with her majesty I sipped tea and nibbled cucumber sandwiches while strolling through the palace’s private gardens. .. read more on "grown up" tea parties

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SHE KILLS ME – FILMING IN VICTORIA BC

Tuesday, February 5th, 2013

MEDIA RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MEDIA / ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT / CULTURE

SHE KILLS ME

All-Female Comedy Series to be taped in front of a live audience

Full Season of 13 episodes to be broadcast on Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN)

Victoria-based Less Bland Productions in association with Aboriginal Peoples Television Network and Drama Camp Productions is set to begin principal photography on She Kills Me (previous title The Broad Comedy Room), an exciting new comedy series to be broadcast nationally on APTN.

She Kills Me is a 13 episode series of comedy specials that will shine the spotlight on over two dozen hilarious, established and up-and-coming Canadian comediennes including Dawn Dumont, Sharon Shorty, Katie-Ellen Humphries, Sharon Mahoney, Carolyn Mark, Karen Brelsford, and Miss Rosie Bitts. This half-hour series features some of the funniest and fiercest female comedians in Canada. Each episode will feature one Aboriginal and one non-Aboriginal performer.

The series will offer a broad range of comedy genres. In addition to stand-up performances, the series will include sketch comedy, music, storytelling, and variety performance.

She Kills Me will be taped in front of a live audience at Victoria’s Metro Studio Feb 13 – 17 2013. The show is created by Executive Producer Kirsten Van Ritzen, and produced and directed by Ian Ferguson and Leslie D. Bland.

Funding support for She Kills Me is provided by APTN, the Canada Media Fund. Local sponsors include Accent Inns, Carreiro the Studio, the Ocean 98.5, and Jack FM.

Tickets to attend tapings to be part of the live studio audience are available through Ticket Rocket

http://ticketrocket.org/events/ 250-590-6291. Performances 7 pm and 9:30 pm Feb 13 – 16, and 4:30 pm and 7pm Feb 17.

For further information please contact Leslie Bland at lessbland@shaw.ca or (250) 590-4386.

ABOUT APTN:

September 1, 2012, marked the 13-year anniversary of the launch of the first national Aboriginal television network in the world with programming by, for and about Aboriginal Peoples to share with all Canadians and viewers around the world. APTN is available in approximately 10 million Canadian households and commercial establishments with cable, direct-to-home satellite, telco-delivered and fixed wireless television service providers. The network launched its high definition channel, APTN HD, in the spring of 2008. APTN does not receive government funding for operations but generates revenue through subscriber fees, advertising sales and strategic partnerships. APTN broadcasts programming with 56% offered in English, 16% in French and 28% in Aboriginal languages. For program schedule or for more information, please contact APTN at (204) 947-9331 or toll-free at 1-888-278-8862, or visit the website at www.aptn.ca

ABOUT DRAMA CAMP PRODUCTIONS:

Drama Camp Productions was incorporated by Ian Ferguson and Leslie D. Bland. Its mandate is to produce film and television projects that have distinctive Aboriginal content, and which enable Aboriginal people to share their stories and convey them to a domestic and international audience.

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Can you be REAL on twitter?

Tuesday, January 22nd, 2013

The “real” John can’t believe what’s being promoted

The following post was spurred on by some recent advertising I’ve come across. Honestly, my blood pressure rose. As the fellow in charge of Social Media for Accent Inns I’ve certainly known about the opportunity to get “paid” twitter followers to build a following but doesn’t that go against what twitter, and other social media platforms, are all about?

“1 Million Twitter Followers for $$$$$ ! Limited Time Offer!”

I hear the arguments about “more followers equals more credibility” but I think that’s hogwash. In human terms, if you’re wealthy can you “buy” friends…probably. Will those friends be there when you need them, really care about what you say? My guess is NOT. ...read more on "to buy or not to buy"

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Social Media, Who’s it for

Friday, January 18th, 2013

Accent Inns was once again proud to sponsor WordCamp Victoria. Another awesome event. Some fantastic speakers. I can’t thank the organizers enough for all their hard work putting together this event.

As always, I learned much at Wordcamp but 2 things specifically come to mind. One was the success and importance of Video Blogging and the other …well watch the video to hear those thoughts..

Happy Blogging everyone!

...watch the video

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Family Support Institute Welcomes Accent Inns

Friday, December 7th, 2012

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Accent Inns joins the Family Support Institute in supporting families in BC. New Westminster, BC, November 30, 2012 – The Family Support Institute (FSI) is excited to announce a new partnership that has developed between FSI and Accent Inns. This partnership will benefit thousands of families all over BC and speaks to the level of commitment both groups have for families and individuals living with disabilities in this province.

“Strong, healthy families lead to strong healthy communities”

Accent Inns has agreed to support the Family Support Institute in a variety of ways. They have donated several rooms to FSI for use by our families when needed throughout the year. They have also offered a special room rate to the Family Support Institute that is $5 below any advertised room rate with the Accent Inns. For every room booked, where individuals mention FSI and take advantage of this special rate, Accent Inns will also donate an additional $5 to FSI! This rate and donation are available to anyone who mentions FSI upon check in. The key is to remember to mention the Family Support Institute! read more about the family support institute

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It’s Ski Bus Season again

Tuesday, November 27th, 2012

Relax and enjoy the scenic journey to and from Mount Washington Alpine Resort aboard one of Smith Transportation’s dedicated ski buses. Enjoy the views of the rugged peaks of Strathcona Provincial Park and the Strait of Georgia. Mount Washington Alpine Resort boasts one of the most incredible and scenic alpine settings in North America; you’ve got to see it to believe it! Did you know that Mount Washington welcomed many athletes as they trained for the 2012 Vancouver BC Olympics. On several occasions Mount Washington has boasted the highest base of any Ski resort in North America. read more about the ski bus

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Lights of Hope

Saturday, November 24th, 2012

Here’s a great opportunity to remember those close to you that have crossed paths with cancer.

November 30, 2012 Accent Inns is proud to support the

Canadian Cancer Society and Shaw TV’s Lights of Hope.

Watch the corner of Blanshard St. and Cloverdale Ave. in Victoria BC where shortly after 5pm both the Shaw Cable building and the Accent Inn Victoria will “light up” as a reminder that there is hope.

Watch the Video below for more details and learn how you can make a difference this Christmas.

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