The 2010 Olympic Torch Relay began in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada on Friday, October 30.

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A team of young rowers from Victoria City Rowing Club climb into their boat in Elk Lake. Waiting to pass them their torch is the club's coach, Aalbert van Schothorst. Behind them is the 2008 Olympic men's eight gold medal winners.

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Location: Victoria, British Columbia
Photo credit: © Penny Rogers / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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