Culture
On American Death Cults and Numbered Companies Not Catching the Coronavirus
In his latest read of the local news headlines, Sean Orr finds ancient shafts and landlords still being terrible.
Contemplating Life on a Handmade ‘Floating Island’
The big deck holds a BBQ, a herb garden, a hammock, and several other wonderful things besides (like a baby blue canoe).
Over 100 Years Ago, This Ship Full of Immigrants Made Vancouver's Racism Famous
"As with many episodes in our short but often ugly history, the tragic tale of the Komagatu Maru still needs to be told..."
On Viaducts Closing for Deadpool and Looking for East Van’s Autonomous Zone
In his latest read of the news headlines, Sean Orr sees surveillance trailers and the threat of jail for those partaking of the CERB.
A Bookish Way to Stash Two Bottles of Whisky
Turns out you can hide two bottles of Bulleit and a small glass inside a big old book if you have a laser cutter and some time.
East Van’s Rio Theatre Is Evidently Having Fun Working on Its Reopening Plan
As the iconic East Broadway venue shares a much needed laugh as it prepares to reopen with socially distant protocols.
We Want to Stuff Our Faces With Nostalgic Treats at Hong Kong’s ‘Eat Darling Eat’
This futuristic spot focuses on the fancification of nostalgic childhood faves like pineapple buns, tong sui and egg tarts.
The View From Your Window #232
We love posting photos like this that reveal the views through the windows of our readers. We hope you'll consider sharing yours!
On the Comical Protestations of Old White Men and the Possibility of Defunding the VPD
In his latest read of the news headlines, Sean Orr finds sneaky loggers and drinking on beaches still a crime.
Watch This Incredibly Detailed Breakdown of Trump’s Violent Photo-Op Walk to Church
There have been many Trump moments that have been worthy of the title "Worst", but this might just be the champ.
The Phenomenon Making Victoria Almost Three Times Sunnier Than Vancouver
"Southwestern BC isn't always wet. It really depends are where you are in relation to the Olympic Rain Shadow."
PHOTOS // Scenes From Friday’s Protest Against Racism and Police Brutality
Local photographer Jonathan Norton was at the protest on Friday, June 5th and shared some of his images with us.
On Bears Running Scared and Making Jim Pattison Bag Groceries for a Year
In his latest read of the news headlines, Sean Orr finds freed beach logs and a way to defund our militarized police force.
How the US National Parks Were Being Loved to Death Prior to Covid-19
This short video explains the myriad forces behind a recent massive increase in visitation to National Parks in the USA.
The View From Your Window #231
We love posting photos like this that reveal the views through the windows of our readers. We hope you'll consider sharing yours!
Questions Big, Small and Pressing with Local Designer and Musician, Isabelle Dunlop
In this Q&A, the local polymath fields our random rapid-fire questions while also addressing the impact of Covid-19.
When Cartography and Satire Collided to Explain Complex Geopolitical Situations
In this short documentary, Richard Tilney-Bassett explains a fascinating pop phenomenon at the end of the 19th century.
On Watching Rents Fall and Albertans Getting Angry About Our Campgrounds
In his latest read of the news headlines, Sean Orr learns of untaxed art speculation and the perfect time to build a pipeline.
OP-ED // On Raising Prices, Moving Away From Tipping and Paying Staff More
Victoria restaurateur/baker Clif Leir shares some thoughts on operational changes coming to his Fol Epi and Agrius eateries.
We Want One of These Very Special Bottles of Local Cabernet Franc
The very BC story of this wine - originally made for two Chinatown restaurants - has us wishing for a sip before it's all gone...
SEE BC FIRST // We Can’t Wait to Spread Out on This Local Winery’s Lawn Again
We're looking forward to shooting the breeze among the fruit trees up at Joiefarm (with some wine and wood-fired pizza).
Vancouver Would Be Cooler If… It Had Kinetic Art Installations Shaped by the Wind
Thousands of tiles are moved by the wind, so that when it blows they flap in concert to reveal gusts and air currents in real time.
On Getting Sick of Being Cooped Up and Washing Dishes in a Minefield
In his latest read of the news headlines, Sean Orr finds at least some good news hidden among all the bad.
The View From Your Window #230
We love posting photos like this that reveal the views through the windows of our readers. We hope you'll consider sharing yours!
SEE BC FIRST // We Can’t Wait to Sleep Under The Stars In Helm Creek Meadows
Scout List Vol. 566
An agenda of the things we are doing, wishing we could do, or are conspiring to do - mostly at home - from May 15 to May 21.
Finding Good Reads Big and Small, From Grand Tales of BC to Thick Culinary Mags
Take advantage of at least some of your currently unspoken-for hours by tackling something good to read.
On Hurling Insults at Nurses and the Rich Wanting the Poor to Risk Their Lives For Profit
In his latest read of the news headlines, Sean applauds mutual aid and finds new a reason to bang on pots and pans.
