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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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Francis Baptiste
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Five Minutes With: Vancouver Indie Folk Songwriter Francis Baptiste

February 14, 2025 Emilea Semancik

Francis Baptiste is an Indigenous songwriter who covers topics of cultural reclamation, addiction, and fatherhood. CBC has said, “Francis Baptiste is unsparingly candid.” Of the single Lazy Lake, CBC called it “lushly hypnotic.” Baptiste currently […]

Suzie LeBlanc
Arts

“A Day in the Life” with: Vancouver Artistic Director Suzie LeBlanc

February 12, 2025 Emilea Semancik

Suzie LeBlanc has been the Artistic and Executive Director of Early Music Vancouver since 2021, becoming the first woman to lead the organization since its founding in 1970. A celebrated soprano, early music specialist, and […]

Carol Chu
Arts

“A Day in the Life” with: Vancouver-based Actor Carol Chu

February 5, 2025 Emilea Semancik

Carol Chu first tried acting at age 12 when she auditioned for her grade 7 school play, Peter Pan. Despite getting hit in the face with a pan and chipping a tooth, Carol discovered her […]

Kickstand Community Bikes
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Charitable Choices: Ally Henderson of Kickstand Community Bikes

February 4, 2025 Emilea Semancik

Ally Henderson, Program Coordinator at Kickstand, is passionate about creating tangible change in East Vancouver. Through her leadership, Kickstand has grown into a vital resource for community members, offering accessible cycling solutions and empowering individuals […]

Axel Breutigam
Arts

“A Day in the Life” with: Vancouver Fine Art Photographer Axel Breutigam

January 29, 2025 Emilea Semancik

Axel Breutigam is a Canadian fine art photographer and musician with a passion for black-and-white photography. His work primarily focuses on architecture, landscapes, and floral subjects, blending technical sophistication with captivating perspectives, bold lighting, and […]

Canadian National Institute for the Blind
Charity

Charitable Choices: Ana Booth of Canadian National Institute for the Blind

January 28, 2025 Emilea Semancik

Ana Booth, Executive Director of the Canadian National Institute for the Blind’s BC/Yukon Division, brings both professional expertise and personal experience to her role. Guided by CNIB’s mission, Ana is dedicated to empowering individuals with […]

Mark Ledlin
Country

Five Minutes With: Vancouver Country Musician Mark Ledlin

January 24, 2025 Emilea Semancik

The music career of Mark Ledlin is a testament to unexpected journeys and bold transitions. From professional hockey in Europe to becoming a rising star in country music, Ledlin has carved out a unique path […]

Look Good Feel Better
Charity

Charitable Choices: Randene Rizzuto of Look Good Feel Better

January 21, 2025 Emilea Semancik

Randene Rizzuto, a dedicated volunteer and Workshop Team Leader with Look Good Feel Better, has been helping cancer patients manage the appearance-related impacts of treatment for over 24 years. This national non-profit provides psychosocial support […]

Dawn Pemberton
Music

Five Minutes With: Vancouver Soul-Funk Artist Dawn Pemberton

January 17, 2025 Emilea Semancik

Dynamic, soulful, and deeply rooted in music, Dawn Pemberton is a powerhouse whose versatile voice effortlessly spans gospel, soul, jazz, funk, and world music. With a B.Mus in Jazz Studies from Capilano University and certification […]

Ruby Smith Díaz
Arts

“A Day in the Life” with: Vancouver Multi-Disciplinary Artist Ruby Smith Díaz

January 15, 2025 Emilea Semancik

One of my earliest recollections of Ruby Smith Díaz is of chatting on Commercial Drive over a decade ago and noticing her latest art piece rolled up and sticking, too long, out of the basket […]

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