
The Accidental Canadian by James Raffan
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
7 pm to 9 pm PDT
Denford Hall, Glenlyon Norfolk SchoolVictoria, BC
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Community EventsPerforming Arts
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Event Description
A musical exploration of 50 years of Arctic travels in pictures, stories and songs. Presented by Ocean River Sports, WCK & Adventure Canada.
Celebrated Arctic Adventurer, Storyteller and Bestselling Author, James Raffan, entertains with a light-hearted yet thought-provoking presentation called "The Accidental Canadian".
The show title was derived from the simple toss of a coin by his British parents when they were indecisive about which country they would immigrate to after WWII - South Africa or Canada. James (and his 3 sisters) suddenly became 'Accidental Canadians'.
“The Accidental Canadian” is filled with 'flashy visuals, whimsical stories, and original songs performed live. It's a two-hour presentation providing laughter, joy, tears and an unprecedented sense of Canadian pride.
His message to Canadians is, “Stand strong and together to protect the wild places and the integrity of the people he bore witness to, through his lifetime of travel and scribing."
Dr. James Raffan, a cultural geographer and writer who has produced more than 20 books, including many best sellers. He has been recognized with nominations and awards, including the Queen's Golden and Diamond Jubilee medals and Canada's Meritorious Service Medal, for his foundational work in bringing the Canadian Canoe Museum in Peterborough, Ontario onto the national stage
This show is presented by Ocean River Sports, in partnership with Western Canoe Kayak and sponsored by Adventure Canada.
Doors open at 6:45. Ages 9 and up.

Wednesday, March 25, 2026
7 pm to 9 pm PDT
Denford Hall, Glenlyon Norfolk SchoolVictoria, BC
0 interested
The Accidental Canadian by James Raffan
Genres
Community EventsPerforming Arts
Event Description
A musical exploration of 50 years of Arctic travels in pictures, stories and songs. Presented by Ocean River Sports, WCK & Adventure Canada.
Celebrated Arctic Adventurer, Storyteller and Bestselling Author, James Raffan, entertains with a light-hearted yet thought-provoking presentation called "The Accidental Canadian".
The show title was derived from the simple toss of a coin by his British parents when they were indecisive about which country they would immigrate to after WWII - South Africa or Canada. James (and his 3 sisters) suddenly became 'Accidental Canadians'.
“The Accidental Canadian” is filled with 'flashy visuals, whimsical stories, and original songs performed live. It's a two-hour presentation providing laughter, joy, tears and an unprecedented sense of Canadian pride.
His message to Canadians is, “Stand strong and together to protect the wild places and the integrity of the people he bore witness to, through his lifetime of travel and scribing."
Dr. James Raffan, a cultural geographer and writer who has produced more than 20 books, including many best sellers. He has been recognized with nominations and awards, including the Queen's Golden and Diamond Jubilee medals and Canada's Meritorious Service Medal, for his foundational work in bringing the Canadian Canoe Museum in Peterborough, Ontario onto the national stage
This show is presented by Ocean River Sports, in partnership with Western Canoe Kayak and sponsored by Adventure Canada.
Doors open at 6:45. Ages 9 and up.
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