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Need to Know, Need to Go: Sept. 13–19
September 13, 2021By: Zarena Zaidi, SFU Student Vancouver Fringe Festival | Now until Sept. 19| $15 | Granville Island Nothing can beat live theatre. Luckily, the Vancouver Fringe Theatre Society (VFTS) is back in- person with their annual festival. This year’s theme is “renewal.” With mainstage shows drawn out of a hat, the event creates a space where creativity and inclusivity exist hand in hand. The Fringe Festival will host 15 distinct and unique performances by theatre groups across Vancouver, embracing the VFTS’ ideology of “Theatre for Everyone.” The program guide and tickets are available through Vancouver Fringe Festival’s website. An Abstract…
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The SPARK Foundation focuses on creating community-driven social change in Metro Vancouver
September 12, 2021By: Charlene Aviles, Staff Writer To help build a brighter future for younger generations, SFU student Aman Boparai co-founded the SPARK Foundation. The Surrey-based organization focuses on providing mentorship and networking opportunities for students in grades 3–12. However, once the…
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Food for Thought: Quali-tea masala chai
September 12, 2021By: Tamanna T., Staff Writer Chai, more specifically masala chai, is a staple in every Indian household. Made with numerous herbs and spices, like cardamom (my favourite spice) and cloves, the aroma has become calming and nostalgic to me. Chai…
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Five locally-made desserts to help you battle the first week scaries
September 7, 2021By: Victoria Lopatka, Staff Writer Welcome back to SFU! And a not-so-welcome back to grey concrete architecture, the rainy season, and Canvas deadlines that give you heart palpitations. Maybe you’re feeling nervous about transitioning back to in-person classes or worried…
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The “Stalkaya – Ḵ’elhmáy̓/X̱ápay̓ay” exhibition highlights importance of ancient forests
September 7, 2021By: Kelly Chia, Staff Writer Stalkaya - Ḵ’elhmáy̓/X̱ápay̓ay is an exhibition based on the Skwxwu7mesh (Squamish) people’s relationship with cedar trees in old growth forests. The exhibit’s title refers to the traditional names for the Dakota Bear Sanctuary, yellow cedar,…
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Need to Know, Need to Go: Sept 7–12
September 7, 2021By: Gurleen Aujla, Peak Associate North Shore Artisan Market | Sept 10, 5:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. | FREE | Pipe Shop, 115 Victory Ship Way Check out a variety of handmade goods from dozens of local artists at the North Shore…
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“A Maine Movie” points the future of indie comedy in a hopeful direction
September 5, 2021By: Sara Brinkac, Peak Associate Often the phrase “indie comedy” evokes the vision of “quirky” characters who alienate their audience through stilted dialogue and overwhelming tropes lacking genuine emotion. However, the 2018 indie comedy A Maine Movie — now available…
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Perfect Fit: fall essentials
September 4, 2021By: Sara Wong, Arts & Culture Editor Fall never used to be my favourite season, but these days I’m obsessed with seeing leaves change colour, planning trips to apple orchards and pumpkin fields, and watching Gilmore Girls. So, in honour…
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Need to Know, Need to Go: The rest of Summer 2021
August 2, 2021By: Sara Wong, Arts & Culture Editor Sunflowers | Now until mid-September | From $10 | Lakeland Flowers This family-owned Abbotsford farm is new to the flower festival scene, but it has quickly become a local favourite. The picturesque sunflower…
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Food for Thought: The bittersweet past of Vietnamese coffee
August 2, 2021By: Nancy La, Staff Writer Every morning, I would wake up to my mom making Vietnamese coffee. Thick, fudgy condensed milk softening the descent of black coffee as it dripped down from the metal phin filter definitely made for a…
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