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B.C. government AWOL on just about everything but LNG
July 6 2015 ColumnsSometimes it feels like British Columbia doesn’t really have a premier.
Whenever there’s big news in this province, Christy Clark can’t seem to be found. Think back to the Mount Polley …
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Spatial Poetics XIV presents a new way of looking at art
July 6 2015 ArtArt is not just about something that hangs on the wall: art implies a progress in action that creates new forms of practice and artwork. This year’s performance, titled In the Shadow of the Archive…
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Youth takes on environmental challenges
July 6 2015 LocalInvolved in environmental work since elementary school, Salina Kung is the recipient of this year’s Youth Award, one of the City of Burnaby’s Environmental Awards. From participating in …
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Breakneck race pedals into Burnaby
July 6 2015 SocialVarious riders off the starting line at Giro di Burnaby 2014 | Photo by Chris RelkeAs the FIFA Women’s World Cup comes to…
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Earthquake shakes youth into action
July 6 2015 CommunityVolunteering and Beyond in 2014 | Photo courtesy of Youth Transforming SocietyThe 2010 Haiti earthquake devastated that …
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Vancouver Folk Fest – Global and holistic
July 6 2015 CulturePhoto courtesy of Vancouver Folk Music FesivalFor Linda Tanaka, music is one of the things that can cut cross all lines and…
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Little art warrior poised for success
July 6 2015 ArtPoised is the best word to describe artist Mandy Tsung: she is prepared for a journey toward success and loaded with discipline, determination and serious concerns about women’s issues. Along with …
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Mostly Marley: Classic reggae vibes and a groovin’ time
July 6 2015 CultureMostly Marley, the Vancouver-based classic reggae band that has been bringing smooth reggae vibes to audiences around B.C., will be performing at this year’s Caribbean Days Festival. The festival …
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A northern state of mind in the heart of the west side
July 6 2015 CultureDiyet van Lieshout – Love of North guides musical path.| Photo by R. van Lieshout.The Vancouver Folk Music Festival …
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A little luck goes a long way: Chinese Canadian author reflects on career
July 6 2015 CultureBoy is it ever good to be lucky.That’s how Canadian writer Wayson Choy feels after passing each barrier put in front of him throughout life. Choy’s good luck streak doesn’t seem to be ending. …