With the theme of connecting people through books, Vancouver Writers Fest returns for its 37th rendition from Oct. 21 to 27. Guest curated by Kim Thúy, the festival celebrates literature through 88…
The Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF) will celebrate its 43rd edition this year, and is set to showcase around 150 feature-length films and 81 shorts from 72 countries and across 75 …
Learning isn’t just for kids or young adults. It’s important for people of all ages – notably older adults – to continue learning, even if it isn’t in school. Numerous studies emphasize …
“The productivity problem not only affects newcomers but also has broader implications for the local population and the future of Canadian society,” says Soudabeh Rafiei, a senior manager of the…
“I find it healing and cathartic to sing about the things that are hard and the feelings that are hard,” says local musician Kimiko Dorey (who performs professionally as Kimiko). “And in doing…
For Atkilt Asefa, owner of Gojo Cafe Ethiopia on Commercial Drive, the saying “Eat Together, Share with Each Other,” captures the uniqueness, warmth and diversity of Ethiopian cuisine. Gojo Cafe…
June marks the start of Italian Heritage month, an opportunity to celebrate and reflect on Italian culture across the country. With Italian-Canadian communities and groups to be found in Vancouver, …
“The communities preserve traditions much better than the homelands,” says Terry Costa, one of the founders of Canada’s Portuguese Heritage Month. “As the countries, the ‘homelands’ move…
The Burnaby Village Museum is currently hosting two feature exhibits which look to showcase two different stories pertaining to B.C.’s South Asian community. Truths not Often Told, curated by…
Renowned and upcoming Asian Canadian authors will come together to share their stories, inspirations and more at the 12th annual LiterASIAN writers festival next month. From May 4 to 5, six …