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About Emilea Semancik
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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Reza Peyk
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Tragedy Plus Time: Comedian Reza Peyk

May 7, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Reza Peyk is a Vancouver-based stand-up comedian who pulls no punches and makes no apologies. Drawing from personal experience, social commentary, and the beautifully chaotic mess of everyday life, Reza has built a reputation for […]

Environmental Youth Alliance
Charity

Charitable Choices: Vivian Cheung of Environmental Youth Alliance

May 5, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Vivian Cheung grew up in East Vancouver as an equity-denied youth in a single-parent refugee household, navigating cultural stigma around environmental careers while financial pressures and family expectations limited her ability to pursue the competitive […]

Francis Arevalo
Hip Hop

Five Minutes With: Hip-Hop Musician Francis Arevalo

May 1, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Francis Arevalo is an East Vancouver-born-and-based emcee who is equal parts hype and heart. From the intersection of his Filipino heritage, knack for language, and lifelong love for hip-hop, each song is both fuel and […]

Lai Lai Liu
Comedy

Tragedy Plus Time: Comedian Lai Lai Liu

April 23, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Lai Lai Liu is a Vancouver-based comedian whose comedy she describes as silly, awkward, and self-deprecating — or, in her own words, “complaining with pizzazz.” Though she didn’t grow up watching stand-up, she found her […]

Recipe for Espresso Martini Mocktail
Food

Recipe for Espresso Martini Mocktail from Lavazza

April 19, 2026 Emilea Semancik

This sophisticated alcohol-free take on the classic espresso martini delivers all the rich, smooth coffee flavour and frothy texture without the booze. Perfect for coffee lovers who want the ritual and elegance of a cocktail […]

Chief State
Music

Five Minutes With: Pop-Punk Band Chief State

April 17, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Hailing from Vancouver, BC, Chief State have built a reputation as one of Canada’s most exciting pop-punk exports. Blending emo-tinged grit with soaring melodies and pummeling rhythms, the band delivers heartfelt anthems rooted in unflinching […]

Bonggun Kim
Comedy

Tragedy Plus Time: Comedian Bonggun Kim

April 9, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Bonggun Kim delivers animated, storytelling-driven comedy rooted in cultural clash, blending Kevin Hart’s energy and expressions with Louis C.K.’s intelligent layering and Ricky Gervais’ fearless approach to uncomfortable truths—though his current favourite comedian is himself, […]

Justin Ogilvie
Arts

“A Day in the Life” with: Visual Artist Justin Ogilvie

April 1, 2026 Emilea Semancik

I’ve known Justin Ogilvie for years, and he’s one of those rare artists who is both deeply talented and completely down to earth. He’s a painter, educator, and co-founder of Canvas Method, where he’s helped […]

Colin Cowan
Comedy

Tragedy Plus Time: Comedian Colin Cowan

March 26, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Colin Cowan delivers high-energy cynical optimism shaped by two decades in show business and influences ranging from Robin Williams and Jim Carrey to Richard Pryor, George Carlin, and Carol Burnett. His material spans obscure observations, […]

Craftedvan Stationery Inc.
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Homegrown Business: Craftedvan Stationery Inc.

March 23, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Meet Erica and Diana, the best friends behind Craftedvan Stationery Inc. — a Vancouver-based, female-run business bringing handmade charm to the world of reading. For over 13 years, the co-owners have been crafting their signature […]

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