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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. …
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Celebrating Vancouver’s Latin flair at the Carnaval del Sol
July 6 2015 CultureLatin rhythms on display at Carnaval del Sol.| Photo courtesy of Laincouver.Paola Murillo and Latincouver are proud to …
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Cultural Calendar
July 6 2015 EventsOtowa Ryu Japanese Dancers performing at last year’s Powell Street Fest.| Photo by Noah Photography.July and August are …
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The Ferryman
July 6 2015 selectedMeet Tim Doyle, the owner/operator of Greylag Boat Tours running out of Cowichan Bay, B.C.. Tim had had a wonderful career as a shipwright, building and repairing boats for 40 years, mostly in the …
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Summer BBQ salmon and Funchi
July 6 2015 Recipe by Selma Van HalderWhat better way to celebrate the summer than with a nice dinner from the BBQ? This summer salmon is cooked en papillote (in parchment) which makes for juicy and flavourful fish, cooked with …
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New Canadians and integration: 21st century’s challenges and successes
June 22 2015 Cover StoryPhoto by Lester Chung.As Canada prepares to celebrate its national holiday, the country finds itself no longer one of the …
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Cultural riches
June 22 2015 VerbatimA smorgabord of different cultural cuisines. | Photo by Richard MasonesI was born in Vancouver, and both sides of my family…