Mother goose picks out nesting site at Vancouver Convention Centre
Maybe she wanted some attention on Mother's Day? A Canada goose in downtown Vancouver chose a pretty high-profile spot to nest over the weekend.
Staff at the Vancouver Convention Centre spotted the big bird on Friday nesting near the Digital Orca sculpture on its Pacific Terrace.
Concerned that the Terrace is in a high-traffic area along the scenic seawall, they blocked off a section around the nesting spot so she could go about her motherly business in peace.
“The convention centre has named its new avian neighbour Heli in honour of local helicopter operator Helijet,” said spokesperson Cecilia Ho.
“The company initially planned to land a display aircraft close by for a charity event, but worked with the convention centre to relocate it, prioritizing Heli's peace.” Ho said.
Ho asked that visitors to the area keep their distance and respect mother goose's space.