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Emilea Semancik was born in North Vancouver. Emilea has always always wanted to work as a freelance writer and currently writes for the Vancouver Guardian. Taking influence from journalism culture surrounding the great and late Anthony Bourdain, she is a recipe author working towards publishing her own series of books. You can find her food blog on Instagram:
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Bif Naked
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Five Minutes With: Vancouver Rock Artist Bif Naked

December 5, 2025 Emilea Semancik

Bif Naked has spent over three decades carving out a legacy defined by grit, grace, and unapologetic individuality. From underground stages to international tours, she’s become one of Vancouver’s most recognizable and influential artists — […]

Noah Franche-Nolan
Jazz

Five Minutes With: Vancouver Jazz Artist Noah Franche-Nolan

November 28, 2025 Emilea Semancik

Noah Franche-Nolan is a JUNO-nominated Canadian pianist, improviser, composer, and producer based in Vancouver, BC. He leads the Noah Franche-Nolan Trio, featuring bassist Jodi Proznick and drummer Nicholas Bracewell. The trio also forms the rhythm […]

KidSport BC
Charity

Charitable Choices: Angela Crowther of KidSport BC

November 25, 2025 Emilea Semancik

Angela Crowther, Director of KidSport BC, leads a province-wide effort to ensure no child is left on the sidelines due to financial barriers. Through a confidential grant program, KidSport helps families cover sport registration fees—opening […]

TELUS STORYHIVE
Business

Homegrown Business: Georgina Chaplin of TELUS STORYHIVE

November 24, 2025 Emilea Semancik

Georgina Chaplin, TELUS STORYHIVE Program Manager and Territory Manager for the Lower Mainland, oversees a platform dedicated to championing new and emerging content creators in B.C. and Alberta. Through STORYHIVE, TELUS provides funding, mentorship, training, […]

Nancy Diaz
Music

Five Minutes With: Vancouver-based Latin Pop Artist Nancy Diaz

November 21, 2025 Emilea Semancik

Nancy Diaz is a rising pop artist originally from Toronto and now based in Vancouver, Canada. Known for her vibrant fusion of pop, dance, and Latin influences, Nancy’s sound reflects her Chilean and Spanish heritage, […]

Recipe For Whitefish Empanadas with Charred Tomato Salsa
Food

Recipe for Whitefish Empanadas with Charred Tomato Salsa by Chef Stephanie Baryluk

November 16, 2025 Emilea Semancik

In this flavourful twist on a classic comfort dish, chef and community food advocate Stephanie Baryluk brings Northern ingredients to the table with her Whitefish Empanadas with Charred Tomato Salsa. Flaky, golden pastry pockets are […]

Aboriginal Community Career Employment Services
Charity

Charitable Choices: Lynn White of Aboriginal Community Career Employment Services

November 11, 2025 Emilea Semancik

For nearly two decades, Lynn White has been at the helm of ACCESS (Aboriginal Community Career Employment Services Society), a Metro Vancouver–based non-profit dedicated to empowering Urban Indigenous Peoples through training, education, and meaningful employment […]

ARCHR Coffee + Bakery
Business

Homegrown Business: Arvin Bahri of ARCHR Coffee + Bakery

November 10, 2025 Emilea Semancik

In the heart of Langley, ARCHR Coffee + Bakery is more than just a café; it’s a passion project brought to life by owner-operator Arvin Bahri. Designed to be a warm, welcoming space for the […]

Days of Lavender
Electronic

Five Minutes With: Vancouver Electronic Duo Days of Lavender

November 7, 2025 Emilea Semancik

Days of Lavender is Vancouver’s meditative electronic soul-pop duo, blending music, storytelling, and wellness practices into immersive experiences. Formed in the spring of 2021 when Stephen (bass, piano, Ableton PUSH) and Daniela (vocals) met and […]

The Kettle Society
Charity

Charitable Choices: Michelle Vanderzon of The Kettle Society

November 4, 2025 Emilea Semancik

For nearly five decades, The Kettle Society has been a lifeline for Vancouverites living with mental illness, offering housing, outreach, and recovery programs that meet people where they are and walk with them toward stability. […]

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