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New friends, old ties: Building a Sri Lankan community in B.C.
May 6 2024 CommunityA huge influx over the last five years, in a younger generation of immigrants moving into Canada – most as students –has created a need for a support outreach system. May is Asian Heritage …
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Singing Anatolia’s sorrows and joys
May 6 2024 CultureThe stories of Anatolia will be on full musical display this month as the Turkish-Canadian Society’ Choir Ensemble takes the stage for their major annual concert.
The 30-member choir will be …
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unearthed: Mitra Mahmoodi & Jamal Tabasinejad Creating art out of memories
May 6 2024 ArtThe works of Iranian-Canadian artists Mitra Mahmoodi and Jamal Tabasinejad will be on display at the Evergreen Cultural Centre this month, as the centre is set to host an exhibition highlighting …
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Cultural Calendar
May 6 2024 EventsI hope everyone is enjoying an amazing spring this month. From captivating performances that transport you to distant lands to thought-provoking exhibitions that challenge perceptions, there’s …
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Novel notions for community building at the LiterASIAN Writers Festival
April 23 2024 Cover StoryRenowned 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 …
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Responsible and democratic storytelling for World Press Freedom Day
April 23 2024 LocalMay 3 is the UN-recognized World Press Freedom Day, and Saranaz Barforoush thinks it’s time for a re-set. As a journalist and assistant professor of teaching at the University of British …
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When it comes to mental health support, community is key
April 23 2024 CommunityAs the country approaches Canadian Mental Health Week – taking place from May 6 to 12 –residents, governments and organizations are taking the opportunity to highlight the many challenges …
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Creating community for Canadian immigrants amidst growing climate concerns
April 23 2024 CommunityFor 25 years, Green Club BC has aimed to educate its members on both B.C.’s environmental and sociohistorical landscapes. Since its founding, the club has sought to inspire environmental activism …
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“Life is Beautiful”, even with no home
April 23 2024 CultureDocumentary film festival DOXA returns for its 23rd annual iteration, bringing with it a breadth of films which aim to reflect perspectives from across Canada and around the world. This year’s …
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“I Know Your Secret” : The dangers of social media, in the limelight
April 23 2024 CultureDirector Valerie Methot and Some Assembly Theatre Company present I Know Your Secret, a gripping psychological thriller and cautionary tale about the dangers of social media and the terrifying …