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The diversity information tool
August 26 2019 ImmigrationAlthough Canadians are increasingly connected via media and social experience, people frequently find themselves separated by both language and political ideals.
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Vivian Kayeg El Jamal, international student
August 26 2019 InternationalVivian Kayeg El Jamal, international student.
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Ramya’s Treasure comes to Vancouver
August 26 2019 CultureExperience a fusion of Indian and Canadian storytelling with a reading of Ramya’s Treasure (2018) by Pratap Reddy. Reddy will present his book Sept. 6 at the South Hill branch of the Vancouver …
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Postcard - Honeymoon in Québec City
August 26 2019 PostcardIn July, my wife Sherry and I travelled to Québec City for the second part of our Canadian honeymoon vacation. We had previously visited Montréal in December 2018 and we loved La belle province so …
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TAIWANfest 2019: Discovering similarities while celebrating unique cultural identity
August 26 2019 CultureXin Hwang, the Child Poet.| Photos courtesy of Taiwan Fest.TAIWANfest 2019 aims to highlight the vibrant culture and history…
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Old Soul, new life: A band’s journey
August 26 2019 CultureOld Soul Rebel brings their passionate, politically personal sound to the Richmond World Fest on Saturday, Aug. 31. Composed of core members Chelsea D. E. Johnson and Lola Whyte, Old Soul Rebel takes…
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Cultural Calendar
August 26 2019 EventsI hope everyone had a chance to enjoy their summer. I definitely had fun! The end of August and the beginning of September mark the final leg of this year’s summer season. Many cultural events …
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On Japanese food culture and creations
July 8 2019 Cover StoryIt’s more than sushi! When Tonami van den Driesen moved to Vancouver from Japan in 2000, she quickly realized something was missing from her palate. The miso paste here in Vancouver didn’t quite…
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First impressions
July 8 2019 ColumnsNow that I have been in Vancouver a few months it’s time to jot down my first observations, experiences and reactions, to record how they differ from my usual surroundings. These are the signposts …
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Vive Vancouver!
July 8 2019 CommunityPhoto courtesy of Victoria Batrel
It’s a French festival…with a Canadian twist! The upcoming Bastille Day celebration …