Culture
From Anthotypes to Biodiversity and Extremophiles: 10 Questions with Local Artist, Mary Rusak
An in-depth Q&A with the Vancouver-based mixed media artist drawing inspiration from the natural sciences to examine the relationships between humans and non-humans.
Vancouver’s History of Independent Grocery Stores, Vol. 8
This time around, Christine focuses on the legendary neighbourhood grocery corner store, located at 2262 Nanaimo Street.
W Projects Announces Second Exhibition, DREAM MACHINE, Opening Sept. 30th
As the month of September comes to a close, Russna Kaur's new solo show, DREAM MACHINE (try walking on a path of splinters with no shoes), is opening at the Gastown gallery, in the Del Mar Inn's ground level space at 555 Hamilton Street.
14 Films to See at the 42nd Vancouver International Film Festival, Sept. 28-Oct.8
As usual, we set ourself the (enormous!) challenge of selecting our shortlist of films from the 140+ included in this year's program to feature in our (by no means complete) "must watch" list.
Ending Homelessness Through Direct Cash Transfers, with UBC Professor Dr. Jiaying Zhao
In 2018, Vancouver non-profit, Foundations for Social Change, along with researchers from UBC, set out to do a small experiment: a one-year trial where they gave a lump sum of $7,500 cash, no strings attached, directly to people experiencing homelessness...Jamie Mah speaks with the leader of the study, Dr. Jiaying Zhao, weeks after the results were finally published.
On Orbs, Blobs, Communities and Movements with Artist, Yunhan ‘Han’ Wang
Han's exhibition of new ceramic sculptures is on display in the Slice of Life Gallery from Sept. 21-26...check it out!
A New Season of Arts Programming is Setting Off at Gallery 881, Beginning Sept. 16th
This month there are plenty of ways to fill up your noggin and calendar with interesting and diverse cultural fixes, beginning with a visual and sonic "bang!"
Scout Book Club, Vol.4
We like consuming words on the page almost as much as we like consuming food on the plate. Welcome to the Scout Book Club: a brief and regular rundown of what we're reading, what's staring at us from the bookshelf begging to be read next, and what we've already read and recommend.
New Documentary Uses Personal Story to Cover the Rich History of the Cowichan Sweater
The iconic Cowichan Sweater is recognized and coveted around the world, but the deeper history of where these distinctive sweaters come from and the people who knit them is not as widely known. Filmmaker Mary Galloway is about to change that with her new film, The Cowichan Sweater: Our Knitted Legacy.
On Bookish Pairings, Local Literary Leanings and “Growing Slow”, with Upstart & Crow
The Granville Island bookshop recently celebrated their three-year anniversary on August 26th. With that in mind, and in the 'back to school' spirit of 'hitting the books', we caught up with their Co-Founders and Creative Operations Director to reflect and chat (and get a bunch of book recommendations, of course)...
Feast Your Senses on ‘The Pot-Au-Feu’, Screening at the 2023 Vancouver International Film Festival
Tickets for VIFF's 42nd edition (Sept. 28-Oct. 8) go on sale today (September 7th) at Noon, sharp! One film screening that’s non-negotiable on our schedule: Tran Anh Hùng's award-winning new film, The Pot-au-Feu.
Secure Your Spot for Chef Robin Kort’s Book Launch, This September at Massy Arts Gallery
We're anticipating an intimate evening of scintillating, insightful conversation between the duo, who will be riffing off of each other about how to connect with local flora and fauna.
Attention Vancouver Artists: Submissions for ‘Stratus Issue 03: Pacific’ are Now Open!
If you're an emerging artist with a unique perspective on the bond between Vancouver and the Pacific Ocean, working in photography, installation work, or writing, then Stratus arts collective wants to hear from you!
Get to Know: ACORN
The Association of Communities Organized for Reform Now (ACORN) is a multi-issue, membership-based community union of low and moderate-income people, with active chapters in 28 cities across Canada.
The 2023 Light Up Chinatown Festival Returns September 9-10th
The festival is taking over the blocks around 500 Columbia Street all weekend long, for two days of delicious food, free live performances, and a night of meandering (or dancing) through the vibrant, lantern-lit Chinatown streets.
Get to Know: Overdose Prevention Society
The official mandate of the Overdose Prevention Society includes: "to be leaders in the harm reduction movement with a continual push for change and justice..."
The Scout Book Club, Vol. 3
We like consuming words on the page almost as much as we like consuming food on the plate. Welcome to the Scout Book Club: a brief and regular rundown of what we're reading, what's staring at us from the bookshelf begging to be read next, and what we've already read and recommend.
On the Therapeutic Potential of MDMA with Journalist and Author, Rachel Nuwer
In this episode, award-winning freelance journalist, Rachel Nuwer, discusses her fantastic and revelatory new book - a must-read for those seeking a compassionate journey.
Further Afield in Victoria (with Detours through Sooke) with Anna Wojtala
We're no strangers to the Victoria scene, by any means - but, all things considered (including an impressive resume in Vancouver kitchens), the Island-born now-GM at Stage in Victoria, seemed like the perfect person to turn to for a locals' perspective with a refined palate...
Two Fun and Informative MOV Workshops to Put on Your Calendar This Month
From a unique opportunity to commune with nature, to tuning into your self and getting crafty, Museum of Vancouver's August programming is front-loaded with rad workshops we think you should know about.
We Want to Toast the Sweet Days of Summer with a Crisp Cold Pour of ‘The Riesling Project’
When an award-winning chef teams up with three BC wine world heavyweights to produce wine, we definitely want in on a bottle.
Vancouver’s History of Independent Grocery Stores, Vol. 7
Christine details the story of the iconic Strathcona store at 704 Vernon Drive, through to its current incarnation as the "wonderfully positive community gathering space, store, and cafe", Rise Up Marketplace.
Edward Slingerland and James Iranzad Make the Case for Moderate Alcohol Consumption
In this episode, host Jamie Mah and his guests respond to Health Canada's recently revised drinking guidelines for Canadians, with special attention paid to how their impacts on the hospitality industry...
Jess Taylor of “Wandering Mollusk” Prepares to Open a Brick-and-Mortar
For a city so intimately tied to the sea, Victoria has surprisingly few seafood-dedicated restaurants to grab dinner or meet with pals for some really good oysters and a pint of beer. That's something that Jess Taylor felt has been missing - and the time has finally come for him to do something about it.
Get to Know: Yarrow Society
Formally known as the Yarrow Intergenerational Society for Justice, this local non-profit society grew out of a desire to bridge the intergenerational divide by connecting youth with low-income immigrant seniors in Chinatown and the Downtown Eastside.
Plan a Trip to Merridale Cidery for the 5th Annual Cider Harvest Festival, September 24th
Since a bit of forethought and planning is required to get to the fest's idyllic orchard setting in the Cowichan Valley, we're telling you well in advance.
2023 Guide to the Deliciousness of Summer in The Okanagan
From long table dinners to lake country swims, there is a lot of ground to be covered in the Okanagan this summer. We've mapped out a few events and attractions that should be on your radar.
Yeehaw! The 2nd Annual ‘Good Stank Stampede’ Returns to Mt. Pleasant on August 12th
We're so down to hoedown at Good Stank Mart's Country & Western inspired event at Red gate in August.
