The Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics have been a bonanza for people who want to learn more about Canada (read more here, here, and here).

And even though the Olympics have closed, some arts and cultural events — and more opportunities to get acquainted with Canada — are still continuing.

If you’re in Vancouver this week and you’re interested in learning about some cool products — all invented by Canadians, head over to the Charles H. Scott Gallery at Emily Carr University of Art & Design to see the free exhibit, “High Performance: Evolution and Innovation in Canadian Design.”

It features a variety of sports and recreation products, from skateboards to bicycles to hammocks, created by Canadian designers.

The gallery is at 1399 Johnston Street on Granville Island.

The exhibition runs through this Sunday, March 7. Hours are Monday through Friday noon to 5 pm and Saturday and Sunday 10 am to 5 pm. It’s not a large exhibit, so you can wander through in about 30 minutes.

Read more about “High Performance” on the Charles H. Scott Gallery website or from the Vancouver 2010 Cultural Olympiad.

Photo ©Carolyn B. Heller