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Homegrown Business: Natalie Ferrari-Morton of East Van Jam

East Van Jam was founded in East Vancouver by Natalie Ferrari-Morton in 2013. Ferrari-Morton harnessed the spirit of her neighbourhood and funnelled it into her locally-made, small-batch, low-sugar jams. Since its inception, East Van Jam [...]
Food

Season to Taste: Chef Bal Ajagaonkar

While Desi Indian Lounge has been open for just over a year, it quickly became a favourite among locals and visiting celebrities (here’s looking at you, Nick Jonas) alike. The dishes at Desi are vibrant, [...]
Lifestyle

Misty the cat is looking for a new home in the Vancouver area

Misty was surrendered to VOKRA along with two other cats when her owner could no longer care for them. Through it all, Misty has remained a bright, curious, and affectionate little soul. This sweet girl [...]
Jazz

Five Minutes With: R&B Mike Van Eyes Big Band

A cornerstone of Vancouver’s roots and rock scene for decades, Mike Van Eyes has performed and recorded alongside an incredible lineup of legends and local heroes. From his work with and the all-star powerhouse The [...]
Comedy

Tragedy Plus Time: Comedian Sarah Masri

Sarah Masri brings a perfectly unhinged charm to Vancouver’s comedy scene — the kind that makes audiences feel like anything could happen next, including Sarah herself figuring out what’s going on. Drawing inspiration from comics [...]

“A Day in the Life” with: Performing Artist Katy Finlay

June 17, 2026

Katy Finlay, founder of Vancouver Performing Stars and VanPlay Stage Society, is a passionate advocate for young artists and a lifelong believer in the power of community. Born and raised in Vernon, B.C., Katy was [...]
“A Day in the Life” with: Author and Illustrator Vicky Fang

June 10, 2026
“A Day in the Life” with: Writer Liesl Lafferty

June 3, 2026

Homegrown Business: Natalie Ferrari-Morton of East Van Jam

June 22, 2026

East Van Jam was founded in East Vancouver by Natalie Ferrari-Morton in 2013. Ferrari-Morton harnessed the spirit of her neighbourhood and funnelled it into her locally-made, small-batch, low-sugar jams. Since its inception, East Van Jam [...]
Homegrown Business: Jessi Pinto of Suki’s

June 15, 2026
Charitable Choices: Robert Belcham of Chefs’ Table Society of British Columbia

June 9, 2026

Old Photographs of Totem Poles from B.C.’s West Coast (1890-1987)

by Tyler Dixon in History

Totem poles are among the most iconic cultural treasures of the Pacific Northwest, rising tall against the dramatic landscapes of British Columbia. Carved from massive Red Cedar trees, these poles are not merely works of [...]