Vancouver
SFYou: Punk rocker in local politics Sean Orr
July 24, 2025Sean Orr recently completed his bachelor of arts in geography and political science at SFU. After beginning his studies at UBC and dropping out, Orr pursued writing for local publication Scout Magazine. Orr — who is also a vocalist in Vancouver-based punk rock group, NEEDS — has been involved in politics since a young age. Until recently, he worked as a dishwasher at Published on Main, until he put in his two weeks as he found a new job — city councillor of Vancouver. Orr won in a 2025 byelection that saw a 40% turnout increase from 2017. So, how…
Continue reading
The return of the Eastside Arts Festival
July 14, 2025Sometimes, walking along downtown Vancouver makes me feel like a tourist in my own city, especially as I pass by the many interesting shops, artistic expressions, and the general beauty of the city all around. From July 18 to 27,…
Continue reading
Do not underestimate the power of local politics
July 1, 2025The federal and provincial governments dominate political discourse in Canada. They tend to make the news highlights and generate the most engagement from the Canadian population. However, local politics also affect a person’s day-to-day life. For example, they are responsible…
Continue reading
The Vancouver Arts Book Fair returns to the city once more
June 25, 2025From July 4–6, 2025, the Vancouver Arts Book Fair (VABF) returns to the Roundhouse Community Arts and Recreation Centre, bringing you not just knowledge transfer, but also many visions of what a publication can be. It is not just “Canada’s…
Continue reading
A funeral for my tongue
June 25, 2025We are all gathered here today to mourn the loss of Corbett’s tongue, lost to us at a ripe young age of 44. Corbett thought himself adventurous, having lived in China for two years where he ate many different types…
Continue reading
Need to know, need to go: Events in June
June 15, 2025Indigenous Women’s Full Moon Ceremony REACH Community Health Centre, Vancouver Thursday, June 12, 5:30–7:30 p.m. Cost: Free On Wednesday, June 11, the moon will appear full and bright in the night sky. The following evening, REACH Community Health Centre is…
Continue reading
Which Metro Vancouver mayor are you?
June 13, 2025By: Acting Chief of Apologies and Lawn Signs Metro Vancouver mayors are more than just civic leaders; they’re a cast of characters from a random political sitcom none of us asked to be a part of. Whether they’re beefing with…
Continue reading
Pack your summer with community at Slice Vancouver
May 19, 2025Looking for a new hobby this summer? Hoping to meet artsy friends? Trying to develop your art practice, but lacking studio space? Look no further! Slice of Life Vancouver, or “Slice,” is a community-oriented studio and gallery space in East…
Continue reading
Need to Know, Need to Go: May Events
May 12, 2025[caption id="attachment_131334" align="alignnone" width="179"] PHOTO: Screenshot courtesy of @soumakboutique / Instagram[/caption] Turkish/Syrian Coffee on Hot Sand & Boardgames Kids Market, 1496 Cartwright Street, Vancouver May 17, 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Free registration via Eventbrite Soumak Boutique’s Turkish Coffee on Hot Sand…
Continue reading
Need to Know, Need to Go: End of semester events
March 24, 2025Blue Jay Sessions at Medina Café 780 Richards St., Vancouver March 27, 6:00 p.m.–10:15 p.m. Tickets: $15 for one session, $23 for full session on showpass.com The Blue Jay Sessions, a Calgary-based pop-up show featuring a host of local musical…
Continue reading
Simon Fraser University’s independent student newspaper since 1965.
For advertising inquiries: [email protected]
For promotional inquiries: [email protected]
Simon Fraser University’s independent student newspaper since 1965.
For advertising inquiries: [email protected]
For promotional inquiries: [email protected]