John Lucas

Even the greats have an off day sometimes. NBA legend Michael Jordan missed more than 9,000 shots in his career. During his storied NHL tenure, Wayne Gretzky lost a total of 593 regular season games. If improvisational comedy counts as a sport (and there’s a case to be made that it should), Colin Mochrie is arguably its Jordan or Gretzky. And like those iconic athletes, he sometimes lays a brick or fans on the puck.

When it comes to tech, Dubai is one of the most advanced cities on the planet. They have businesses that target innovation in all forms, whether it be for recreational purposes or otherwise. The tourist industry benefits greatly from advanced tech, allowing more comfort for visitors than ever before. Yacht rentals are but one example of the technological marvels Dubai focuses on. You can find Renty yachts with features that no other boat ride service offers.

The tone is in the woods. While nailing down exact numbers is next to impossible, it’s fair to say that a significant percentage of the wood used in the production of guitars worldwide comes from right here in British Columbia. Without getting too mystical about it, anyone who has ever ventured into a forest in this part of the world has experienced something akin to musical frisson in the presence of towering cedars, or felt awed by the sound of wind rustling the leaves of a regal maple.