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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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Dress For Success
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Charitable Choices: Amanda Sayfy of Dress For Success

April 1, 2025 Emilea Semancik

For over two decades, Dress for Success Vancouver has been a pillar of support for women seeking economic independence. Under the leadership of Executive Director Amanda Sayfy, the organization empowers more than 2,000 self-identifying women […]

Witiko
Music

Five Minutes With: Alternative Rock Band Witiko

March 28, 2025 Emilea Semancik

Hailing from the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples in so-called Vancouver, BC, Witiko explores a variety of rock-influenced sounds, typically steeped in a healthy amount of fuzz. Originally […]

Debbie Courchene
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Tragedy Plus Time: Vancouver Comedian Debbie Courchene

March 27, 2025 Emilea Semancik

Debbie Courchene is a bold and unapologetic voice in the comedy scene, blending sharp wit, playful bite, and a touch of raunchiness to tackle Indigenous issues with a keen sense of irony. A proud member […]

The Richmond Arts Coalition
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Charitable Choices: Andrew Wade of The Richmond Arts Coalition

March 25, 2025 Emilea Semancik

For nearly a decade, Andrew Wade has been at the heart of Richmond’s arts scene, advocating for local artists and fostering creative opportunities. As the Executive Director of the Richmond Arts Coalition (RAC), Wade leads […]

Chocolate Guinness Cake
Food

Recipe for Chocolate Guinness Cake with Irish Cream Frosting by Chef Donal Hughes

March 23, 2025 Emilea Semancik

Chef Donal Hughes shared with us this delicious recipe for Chocolate Guinness Cake with Irish Cream Frosting. Inspired by Nigella Lawson’s recipe, this rich and moist chocolate cake paired with a light, boozy Irish cream […]

Bleako's Nuclear Disco
Music

Five Minutes With: Post-Punk Band Bleako’s Nuclear Disco

March 21, 2025 Emilea Semancik

Bleako’s Nuclear Disco is a Vancouver-based band blending post-punk, post-rock, and alternative rock into a dynamic, genre-defying sound. Founded in 2019, the band has been making waves with its atmospheric and experimental approach to rock […]

Ola Dada
Comedy

Tragedy Plus Time: Vancouver Comedian Ola Dada

March 20, 2025 Emilea Semancik

Ola Dada is carving out his place in the comedy scene with a storytelling style that keeps audiences engaged and laughing. Whether performing in packed clubs or sharing his work online, he delivers sharp, relatable […]

The Canyon Riders
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Five Minutes With: Vancouver Blues Rock Band The Canyon Riders

March 14, 2025 Emilea Semancik

The Canyon Riders is a hard-hitting rock band from Vancouver, BC, Canada. These gentlemen provide a sound that brings the rich traditions of country, blues, and rock and roll music together in sonic harmony, giving […]

Malcolm McLeod
Comedy

Tragedy Plus Time: Vancouver Comedian Malcolm McLeod

March 13, 2025 Emilea Semancik

Malcolm McLeod, a towering 6’5″ improvisational comedian in Vancouver, brings a distinctively physical and unpredictable style to the stage. Co-host of “Bloodfeud: Stand Up vs Improv” alongside Matty Vu, McLeod draws inspiration from comedy giants […]

National Cancer Hero Day
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Charitable Choices: Shirin Ariff of National Cancer Hero Day

March 11, 2025 Emilea Semancik

Shirin Ariff, the Founder of National Cancer Hero Day, 6x International Bestselling Author, Award-Winning Life Transformation Coach, and International Speaker, is dedicated to transforming the way society views and deals with cancer. Ariff, a survivor […]

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