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Media democracy is essential to challenging Harper and the status quo
Last weekend was the 12th annual Media Democracy Day in Vancouver. For me, it was a time to consider the connection between the political challenges we face and the ways that information is disseminated and shared in our society.
International Village
International village is where east meets west – literally and metaphorically. Located at 88 West Pender Street, it sits at the centre of the city; dividing the downtown core and East Vancouver. Metaphorically it has combined the flavours of Asia with Chinese and Japanese stores, and Western culture represented by a movie theatre, fast food restaurants and big name coffee shops. Ana Chi takes a look at what a rainy day at International Village looks like.
The incredible St. Roch
Beautifully located at Kits Point in Vanier Park, just east of Kits Beach is the 20 metre shingle and glass A-frame which houses the St. Roch, a wooden schooner built for the RCMP in 1928. It’s part of the Vancouver Maritime Museum (VMM) and is a national historic site. This stunning view was photographed from a West End tower.
We know what we lose
I’ve worked with many Canadians and the question that often comes up when I tell them that I am from France is “why did you leave? France is such a beautiful country!” My answer is always the same, “Yes, it’s a beautiful country in which I didn’t see myself anymore”.
Three leadership races that will test the organizational skills of Liberal members
Some Liberal partisans will be very busy in the upcoming months. Indeed, they have to choose three leaders for their respective political party, an embarrassing situation that could have been easily averted.
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Nanaimo man sets an example of political courage
It doesn’t pay to be outspoken about the occupation of Palestine. As someone who came into serious political involvement through groups like the Canada Palestine Support Network (CanPalNet), I have experienced this first hand.
An Auspicious Day
On October 15, after days of heavy rain, in a little grassy area at the corner of Pender St. and Gore St., dappled sunlight shines through the leaves of an oak tree illuminating the happy scene in this photo.
From Prairie to Coastline, Culture Shock Knows No Bounds
Eight years ago I made the move from Edmonton, Alberta here to Vancouver. I had considered my recent experience living in Mexico more than sufficient preparation for a simple move across the provincial border.
Justin Trudeau: It’s a go and the ball is in his court
It’s a done deal; he’ll run. Justin Trudeau is now a candidate in the Liberal Party of Canada’s leadership race. The spotlight has routinely shined on him, but it’s now making him glow brighter than ever. The announcement of his campaign is a good example: a room teeming with people and media representation; all this for a leadership candidate of a party placing third in the House of Commons.
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Maple Spring comes to Vancouver
The Maple Spring came to Vancouver last week. It was absolutely beautiful. And, no, I’m not talking about the unseasonably warm and sunny weather we’ve been enjoying of late.