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A self-described adventurer and storyteller. As a journalist with a special interest in social justice, I'm eager to unearth fresh perspectives to share with the world. If I'm not writing, I'm either watching Star Trek, reading high fantasy novels, or doing self-study on Baroque and Renaissance art.
Despite social distancing orders, Aubrie still gets inquiries from men looking for sexual favours. Money is tight for many sex workers like her, but still, she is not willing to take the risk. The stigma and criminalization of sex work puts escorts and brothel employees in a vulnerable position in the wake of COVID-19.
Indigenous peoples protect 80% of the world’s biodiversity despite only making up 5% of the global population. Land conservation efforts look to traditional Indigenous knowledge to mend humans’ dynamic with the earth.
In the summer of 1975, Rosemary Brown was making Canadian history as the first black woman to run for leadership of a federal party. She, along with the other candidates running for leadership of the federal NDP, appeared at a 'meet the candidates' event in Edmonton, Alberta.
The Friend 2 Friend Social Learning Society is using virtual reality technology (VR) to help enable people to empathize with children who have autism. As part of the Autism Demystification® program, the organization aims to foster peer social relationships One in 66 Canadian children have autism , or what is more appropriately termed autism spectrum...
Businesses, schools, and governments are becoming game designers. Through rewards programs and challenges, organizations are applying the principles of 'gamification' to win your loyalty and engagement. by Ali PitargueIllustrations by Sheku Nafisi Is life just like a game? If you're a task-driven individual, it's possible that you see it this way.
B.C.-based conceptual artist Mowry Baden uses perceptual psychology, science, and architecture to engage viewers to participate in his art. The Vancouver Art Gallery is featuring a 15-piece exhibition of his works that will run until June 9th, 2019. "Have any of you danced with a mop bucket?"
A major chunk of Francis Bacon's art was bred from a passionate, yet dysfunctional love story. The Irish-born painter was an admitted masochist, and in the 40+ works he painted of his lover - George Dyer - it's clear how it simultaneously exhilarated and pained him to tackle the subject of his love.
The first time I saw Francisco de Goya's masterpiece "The Third of May 1808", I was impressed by how succinctly it portrayed the chaos of human dynamics in the context of war. Goya's composition of visual elements managed to highlight both the humane and inhumane characteristics of his subjects.
Rasta Comics founder Rayon Morris wants to infuse authentic Caribbean culture into the comic book landscape. Rasta Comics creator Rayon Morris makes it a goal to release at least one comic book per month. Yet, his publication's reach does not stop in BC. He also ships a stock of several hundred copies to his motherland of...