BCRobyn is the personal website of Robyn Hanson, a fourth generation British Columbian passionate about exploring Vancouver, BC, and beyond.
Robyn was raised along the Fraser River near the historic fishing village of Steveston. Surrounded by BC’s fishing heritage, rich ecosystems, and diverse Indigenous and settler cultures, it was here on Canada’s west coast where Robyn naturally developed her love of nature, history, culture, and a deep sense of place. These interests drive her passion for exploring and sharing her perspectives with the those who wish to follow along on her journey.
Robyn graduated from the French Immersion program at Hugh McRoberts Secondary School in 1998 and from the University of British Columbia’s Faculty of Arts in 2006 with a degree in Geography and Art History.
She has built a career in destination marketing and is happily employed by Destination British Columbia. Occasionally, Robyn freelances as a writer and photographer. This website is her personal passion project and all opinions are entirely her own.
cool site Robyn!
Thanks Jeff!
Thank you for sharing your photos and comments.
Thanks for reading, Lorne!
Love your passion and your website theme…..BC yes!
I’m glad you appreciate it, Jill!
May as well span the continent proper…Newfoundland would welcome you!
Indeed! I’d love to visit Newfoundland one day. 🙂
Hi Robyn,
I liked one of your posts and linked it to one of my feeds. Great stuff! I’m interested in your work. Best regards,
Jason
This is a great website, my daughter’s name is Robyn which drew me to your site. I’ve lived on Vancouver Island for over 40 years and love it. My husband and I emigrated here from England in 1974 , wouldn’t want to live anywhere else. We live mid island but started off in Victoria. The whole island is beautiful where ever you choose to live. We finally made it to the northern end a couple of years ago. Love the west coast too. We are still exploring!
Keep up your great work , Susan
Good site. Came across your visit to York Factory. Thanks for the pics and words!
I just discovered your story of your York Factory visit! So incredibly interesting. My great great grandfather arrived there from England in August 1846, with the 6th Royal Warwickshire Regiment – British Expeditonary Forces, under Colonel Crofton. In 1848 the troops were recalled to England but he & 7 others requested their discharge and remained in the Red River Settlement. He is our family’s settler in Canada.
Thank you so much for posting all the photos of your trip.