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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Vancouver Riot Kiss” is a rare card of the Memes World series 71, number 21077 of the collection, and the 55th best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Vancouver Riot Kiss” meme mean?
This meme expresses gentle irony or admiration for human intimacy amidst extreme disorder. It often conveys the idea that love triumphs over war or chaos. Users share it to highlight the striking contrast between a couple's serenity and their hostile surroundings, turning a private act into a universal symbol of emotional resilience against collective agitation.
Where does the “Vancouver Riot Kiss” meme come from?
The photograph was captured by Richard "Rich" Lam, a photographer for Getty Images, on June 15, 2011, in Vancouver. It depicts Scott Jones, an Australian, kissing Alexandra Thomas, a Canadian, while sitting on the ground near riot police. These events occurred immediately after the Canucks lost to the Boston Bruins in Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Finals. The subsequent riots deeply marked the city. The original photo was distributed through Getty Images press channels before gaining traction on social media. An amateur video posted on YouTube on June 23, 2011, shows the seconds preceding this scene, providing additional context. The image was remixed starting in June 2011, with the couple integrated into various humorous or poetic Photoshop scenes.
- June 15, 2011Richard Lam captures the photo of the couple amidst the Vancouver riots.
- June 23, 2011An amateur video showing the immediate context is published on YouTube.
How to use the “Vancouver Riot Kiss” meme
- Insert this image into a chat to illustrate an unexpected moment of calm during a stressful day.
- Use the meme as a caption under a couple's photo at a loud public event to emphasize their connection.
- Share the cut-out version of the couple in a historical or political context to critique violence with humor.
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The “Vancouver Riot Kiss” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21077 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 71 |
| Fame | 73/100 · #55 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Vancouver Riot Kiss” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Vancouver Riot Kiss comes out of the Memes World series 71 as a rare card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 10 MemeCoins.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
Vancouver Riot Kiss meaning?
This meme represents tenderness and love in the midst of chaos. It illustrates how two people can remain emotionally connected despite a violent or disturbed environment around them.
Who is rich lam photographer?
Richard Lam is the Getty Images professional photographer who took this famous photo on June 15, 2011, in Vancouver during the post-Stanley Cup riots.
Vancouver Riot Kiss photo origin?
The photo comes from journalistic coverage of the Vancouver riots following the Canucks' defeat. It was initially published by the Getty Images agency.
How do I get the Vancouver Riot Kiss meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Vancouver Riot Kiss” is a rare card of the Memes World series 71. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Vancouver Riot Kiss card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Vancouver Riot Kiss: The Story Behind the Photo - meme.com · Moments leading to Vancouver riot kiss caught on video · From a mother’s plea to get vaccinated to catastrophic floods, here are our top videos of 2021 | Globalnews.ca · checked on October 12, 2026.
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