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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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Tragedy Plus Time: Vancouver-based Comedian Ismael Ndiaye

March 14, 2024 Emilea Semancik

Ismael Ndiaye, originally from France and now lighting up the Vancouver comedy scene, describes his style as a blend of storytelling and playful banter. A master of engaging with the crowd, Ismael turns each performance […]

Laura Grizzlypaws
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“A Day in the Life” with Indigenous Dancer Laura Grizzlypaws

March 13, 2024 Emilea Semancik

Laura Grizzlypaws is a proud St’at’imc mother from Xwisten, embracing her cultural heritage through the art of dance as a means of reclaiming sovereignty and resilience. From an early age, she felt drawn to the […]

Mr. Steam Clean Services
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Homegrown Business: Richard Figueroa of Mr. Steam Clean Services

March 11, 2024 Emilea Semancik

We sat down with Richard Figueroa, the mind behind Mr. Steam Clean Services, who specializes in giving BBQs and outdoor equipment a new lease on life. As the founder, Richard noticed folks ditching their grills […]

Recipe for Easter Sugar Cookies
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Recipe for Easter Sugar Cookies from Bake Good

March 10, 2024 Emilea Semancik

Get ready for Easter joy with these fun Easter Sugar Cookies. This recipe by Bake Good makes them easy and perfect for expressing your creativity. The cookie dough, made with simple ingredients like flour and […]

La Chinga
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Five Minutes With: Vancouver Rock Band La Chinga

March 8, 2024 Emilea Semancik

Hailing from the vibrant city of Vancouver, BC, the birth of La Chinga in 2012 can be traced back to bassist/vocalist Carl Spackler’s SoCal surfing adventures a year earlier. The genesis occurred when Spackler’s Chicano […]

Patti Savard
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Tragedy Plus Time: Vancouver Comedian Patti Savard

March 7, 2024 Emilea Semancik

Meet Patti Savard, a sassy comedian hailing from the picturesque town of Comox on Vancouver Island. Patti’s comedic style is a vibrant celebration of queerness, infused with humour that resonates with authenticity and charm. With […]

Christiaan Westerveld
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“A Day in the Life” with Vancouver-based Actor and Writer Christiaan Westerveld

March 6, 2024 Emilea Semancik

Christiaan Westerveld is an actor and writer living in Vancouver. I first met Christiaan in the winter of 2012 when he auditioned for a play that I was producing. I’d never met him before or […]

Earthsave Canada
Charity

Charitable Choices: David Steele of Earthsave Canada

March 5, 2024 Emilea Semancik

At the heart of EarthSave’s mission is the belief that small changes in personal habits can lead to significant positive impacts on the environment. The organization strives to create a supportive community where individuals can […]

Kibbeh
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Recipe for Kibbeh by Chef Nihal Elwan

March 3, 2024 Emilea Semancik

Chef Nihal Elwan, Founder and CEO of Tayybeh Foods, shared with us this delicious recipe for Kibbeh, the most popular and venerated Syrian dish. Kibbeh holds a special place in Middle Eastern culture, often served […]

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“A Day in the Life” with Vancouver Cartoonist Lynn Johnston

February 28, 2024 Emilea Semancik

Lynn Johnston (Born in 1947) is the Canadian creator of the comic strip, For Better or For Worse®. This family-based series has been syndicated since 1979 and was named Best Syndicated Comic Strip in 1992. […]

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