Education beyond intellectualism
“Open your mind, open your heart, and try to be engaged with whatever initiative is happening around you,” says Claudia Diaz-Diaz, assistant professor of leadership studies at the University of …
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September 9 2024 Culture 43 and me - Reflecting on loss, grief, family heritage and identity
“Migration, loss of home, not good enough, abandonment, survival – these are huge patterns within the women of my lineage,” says Anastasia Koutalianos about 43 and me, which she’ll be …
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September 9 2024 Culture A Mother Apart at Vancouver Queer Film Festival - Searching answers, finding healing
Staceyann Chin was a ‘barrel child,’ one of the many Caribbean-born children who, in the 20th century, were left behind by parents who pursued opportunities abroad to better support their …
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August 19 2024 Community Seeking the root of health outcomes of Black African immigrants in Vancouver
The International Day for People of African Descent serves as an opportunity to highlight the experiences of the African diaspora around the world. Celebrated annually on Aug. 1, the UN-recognized …
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August 19 2024 Community Ukrainian Independence Day - A chance to reflect and to celebrate
As war rages on in Ukraine, an annual day to celebrate the country’s independence approaches. Ukrainian Independence Day has been celebrated annually on August 24 since 1991, the first anniversary…
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August 19 2024 Culture Exploring Ethiopian traditions at Burnaby’s annual summer festival
The Ethiopian Community Association of BC (ECABC) has long served as a central hub for many Ethiopians living in the region, offering various forms of support and fostering community. Through its …
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August 19 2024 Culture The passion of flamenco with a touch of Taiwan
Bringing together a mix of Spanish culture with Tawiwanese dance, Flamenco de Formosa showcases an intergenerational story of cultural exchange detailing a mirrored love of flamenco dance between …
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July 8 2024 Local Passion and inspiration – building community stewardship at Burnaby Lake Regional Park
The City of Burnaby’s annual Environmental Awards were recently celebrated, recognizing individuals and associations that have had an environmental impact on their community. In the category of …
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July 8 2024 Community Flipping the picture: S.U.C.C.E.S.S. targets equity for all
S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Foundation supports immigrants by helping them receive opportunities to start their life in Canada. As a recent report from Statistics Canada shows, temporary foreign workers in …
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July 8 2024 Culture Vancouver Folk Music Festival - A life of art and a showcase of pan-African music
Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter and artist Dobet Gnahoré has had music and art coursing through her veins from the very beginning. After growing up in an artist’s village in Abidjan, …