Amrit Kamaal

A crowded block of people with red, green, and white banners over their heads.
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Savouring sweet flavours and culture at Italian Day on the Drive

Amrit Kamaal July 11, 2024

One of the most anticipated free summer events in the Lower Mainland, Italian Day on the Drive is a day of cultural fusion and culinary expertise. Since 2010, this event has signified the unity and revival of Italian Canadian history on Commercial Drive. This year’s festival occurred on June 9, during Italian Heritage Month, with the theme of “storia” (history or story). The theme highlights the importance of “keeping traditions and important values alive while bridging the past with the present.”  The history of this beloved festival emerged in the 1940s, when many Italians began immigrating to Vancouver for livelihood,…

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Delicate jewellery pieces are on display at a retail stall, including earrings of the Palestinian flag made with small beads.
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Prepare to care for the Fair in the Square

Amrit Kamaal July 9, 2024

On June 9, the Fair in the Square, kicked off. Best of all, it was absolutely free of charge! Visiting the event for the first time helped me re-experience the feeling of creating new connections — like I would in…

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Hidden Gems: Bars, breweries, and more for your summer nights out

Izzy Cheung July 4, 2024

Rocky Point Spirits  2805 Murray St., Port Moody  Open Sunday–Thursday 12:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. and Friday–Saturday 12:00 p.m.–12:00 a.m.  Rocky Point Spirits is probably not a hidden gem for those located in the Tri-Cities, but it’s a must-try regardless of where…

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An illustration of a girl, stars and astrological signs strewn in her hair.
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Horoscopes June 24 – 30

Amrit Kamaal June 24, 2024

Aries March 21–April 19 You totally fell for the Sonny Angel epidemic. You couldn’t resist the cuteness and just bought one, telling yourself it’ll be good for the economy. Soon, you thought it wouldn’t hurt to give it a friend.…

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An illustration of a girl, stars and astrological signs strewn in her hair.
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Horoscopes June 10 – 16

Amrit Kamaal June 13, 2024

Aries March 21–April 19   You’re built completely different. Look at you getting last-minute candy in the Burnaby campus vending machine room, which is a real room solely dedicated to vending machines. You also made sure to hit up those…

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Protest arises against city’s commemoration of Israel Independence Day

Hannah Fraser June 5, 2024

Content warning: mentions of genocide and graphic descriptions of violence. On May 14, Vancouver City Hall and the Burrard Bridge were illuminated with blue and white lights by the City of Vancouver to celebrate “Israel Independence Day.” While the day…

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photo of a sikh procession in Surrrey, BC
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Unveiling the festivity of the Sikh Nagar Kirtan in Surrey

Amrit Kamaal May 30, 2024

As a Surrey civilian, I wanted to shed light on one of the greatest celebrations that Sikhs share with the community, the Vaisakhi Nagar Kirtan parade. This parade takes place annually in the month of April, which is now recognized…

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Photo of Lazzez’s Grill Indian Cuisine, one of the restaurants included in the piece!
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Highlighting local Asian restaurants

Hailey Miller May 14, 2024

For Asian Heritage Month, here are a few of my favourite go-to restaurants around Metro Vancouver that serve up delicious vegetarian options. Sushi Bar Shyun  #102-1250 Dominion Ave, Port Coquitlam  Wed–Sun: 5:00–8:30 p.m., closed Mon and Tues This family-run Japanese…

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A collage of photos from some of the cafes and bakeries mentioned in this piece, including sugar-coated donuts on display and a wall in a cafe with fake grass lining it and a drawing on a tiger.
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Spots for your spring studying sessions

Izzy Cheung March 21, 2024

Sweet Talk Donuts  87 Moody St., Port Moody  Open Monday–Sunday from 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.  If you’re planning on visiting Sweet Talk Donuts, beware — their delicious delicacies will blow your mind. Their crème brûlée donut is unlike anything else you…

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A photo of various lego people on a lego set that resembles a green field with lego animals like a sheep and pigs.
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Everything is Still Awesome will knock you off your block

Amrit Kamaal March 19, 2024

Looking to travel back to the good old days of childhood play? Look no further than the Museum of Surrey’s exhibit for fellow LEGO fans. The Cloverdale museum presents Everything is Still Awesome as a tribute to the 20-year anniversary…

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