Combating misconceptions about Islam and the hijab through dialogue and discussion

March 9 2012 Religion

Representing and practising Islam can, sometimes, be difficult for Muslims immigrating to the West and adapting to a completely different culture and lifestyle, such as Muslim women who have chosen …

Canada Malaysian Art Exhibition uses art to explore similarities and difference

February 7 2012 Exhibit

The Malaysia-Canada Indigenous Communities Applied Arts Exhibition will showcase the applied art and design of two different countries that are coming together in hopes of sharing their culture, …

PuSh festival celebrates the work of local and international artists

January 24 2012 Festivals

Since 2003, the PuSh International Performing Arts festival has been showcasing the talent and work of local and international artists. This year is no exception as the festival will feature several…

Society promotes multiculturalism for almost 40 years

January 10 2012 Cover Story

Illustration by Stephane Brogniez

Established in 1974, the Vancouver Multicultural Society is the longest serving …

Palestinians continue to fight for their rights

December 12 2011 Featured Article

Imagine this: Granville Island being closed off to the rest of the world with no means of getting out or bringing in food, water, and other humanitarian aid. Your living situation has become …

Pet polar bears and riding camels

October 31 2011 Verbatim

Photo by William Pitcher, Flickr

Hailing from the politically volatile region of the Middle East all the way to …