By: Izzy Cheung, staff writer One of the best things about summer is spending time outside. Whether you’re hiking, enjoying the water, or taking in local art, there are plenty of options for outdoor activities in the Lower Mainland. If you’ve got a free day to explore the outdoors, consider checking a few of these out. [caption id="attachment_125669" align="alignnone" width="300"] PHOTO: Jeff Kingma / Unsplash[/caption] Deer Lake Deer Lake in Burnaby is a perfect place to spend a sunny day. There’s not only a walking trail that takes you around the lake, but there’s also canoe, kayak, and pedalboat rentals.…
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By: Saije Rusimovici, Staff Writer Fusion Fest Where: Holland Park, 13428 Old Yale Rd, Surrey When: July 22–23, 11:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m Eat around the world with over 50 vendors offering delicious samplings of authentic delights from countries including Jamaica, Vietnam,…
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By: Hailey Miller, SFU Student As a health-conscious individual with an appreciation for tasteful dessert, I create my own recipes from scratch by experimenting with nutritious ingredients that are satisfying and full of flavour. My delectable chocolate cheesecake fudge squares…
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By: Saije Rusimovici, Staff Writer A Career in Books: A Novel about Friends, Money, and the Occasional Duck Bun by Kate Gavino exemplifies all the reasons a writer and book-lover might strive to work in the world of publishing —…
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By: Michelle Young, Opinions Editor COVID-19 is still in the air, and indoor dining is not where it’s at. With more students looking to socialize, it’s important to keep a layered approach to pandemic precautions so everyone can avoid severe…
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By: Kelly Chia, Editor-in-Chief I’m sure many people, like me, see creativity as a luxury they can rarely indulge in during adulthood. I can’t count how many unfinished projects pile up in my brain, waiting for the day I declare…
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By: C Icart, Humour Editor “Do you like living in Vancouver?” That’s the first question Maiden China (Kendell Yan’s drag persona) asks her co-star SKIM (Romi Kim’s drag persona) during their show YOU AND I ≠ WE as part of…
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By: Saije Rusimovici, Staff Writer [caption id="attachment_125483" align="alignnone" width="198"] PHOTO: Courtesy of One World[/caption] Sabrina & Corina: Stories by Kali Fajardo-Anstine This contemporary collection of stories is rated just over four stars on Goodreads, though in my opinion, it deserves…
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By: Petra Chase, Arts & Culture Editor I was intrigued by the track titles on Mary Ancheta Quartet’s EP, Level Up, released on June 2; “Grease the Wheel” and “Gotta Get it” instil being in motion, which is exactly what…
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By: Petra Chase, Arts & Culture Editor Content warning: mentions of displacement by police and the death of a loved one. It’s difficult to even begin to understand the complex set of social issues that overlap for Vancouver’s unhoused populations.…
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