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Emilea Semancik was born in North Vancouver. Emilea has always always wanted to work as a freelance writer and currently writes for the Vancouver Guardian. Taking influence from journalism culture surrounding the great and late Anthony Bourdain, she is a recipe author working towards publishing her own series of books. You can find her food blog on Instagram:
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Anna Pompeeva
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Five Minutes With: Lyric Soprano Anna Pompeeva

February 27, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Anna Pompeeva is a dramatic lyric soprano praised by Opera Canada for her “warm, powerfully unaffected voice, wielded with hopeful longing and operatic command.” Since relocating to Canada from Ukraine in 2023, she has quickly […]

Marina Fries
Arts

“A Day in the Life” with: Cinematographer Marina Fries

February 25, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Marina Fries is one of those people who brings energy and warmth into everything she does. She is based in Airdrie and is the co-founder of Runway 5 Productions, where she works on storytelling, editing, […]

Chad Blain
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“A Day in the Life” with: Filmmaker Chad Blain

February 18, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Chad Blain is a kind and generous creative whose work consistently uplifts emerging filmmakers, celebrates meaningful causes, and shines a light on remarkable people. He made the leap from theatre to film as the editor […]

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Local Business

Homegrown Business: Lynn Van Egmond of Soft Landings

February 16, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Lynn Van Egmond founded Soft Landings Downsizing and Relocation Services after recognizing the tremendous need for compassionate, comprehensive support during one of life’s most emotionally charged transitions—leaving a home after decades of memories. Her business […]

Dion Nassef
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Tragedy Plus Time: Calgary Comedian Dion Nassef

February 12, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Comedian Dion Nassef brings an energetic and distinctly personal voice to the Canadian comedy scene, drawing from a rare intersection of identities and experiences. Performing in Calgary and beyond, Nassef has developed a reputation as […]

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Arts

“A Day in the Life” with: Calgary Filmmaker Jeremy Pollock

February 11, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Jeremy Pollock is an absolute weapon in the world of production. He is a storyteller, filmmaker, VFX overseer/wizard, Shooter, Editor, the list goes on. It all started back in high school, when he realized that […]

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Comedy

Tragedy Plus Time: Comedian Anton Matyushin

February 6, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Anton Matyushin has built a reputation for unpredictable, mischievous stand-up that leans proudly into the absurd. A self-described lover of alternative comedy, Matyushin blends pop-culture energy, playful props, and intentionally overextended bits that test the […]

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Funk / Soul / RnB

Five Minutes With: RnB/Soul Musician Tissa Rahim

February 5, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Tissa Rahim, the Persian Powerhouse, is a West Coast musician with a 40-city North American tour under her belt. Winner of “Best RnB/Soul Recording of the Year” at the YYC music awards 2023, Tissa infuses […]

Lesley Russell
Arts

“A Day in the Life” with: Calgary Visual Artist Lesley Russell

February 4, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Raising kids is hard; many take a break from their jobs. Starting a business is hard; many don’t succeed. Lesley Russell succeeded at both at the same time. While I don’t know what compelled her […]

WILDNorth
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Charitable Choices: Dale Gienow of WILDNorth

January 27, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Wildlife rescue advocate Dale Gienow has helped guide WILDNorth through a period of remarkable growth since becoming Executive Director in 2017. Established in 1989, WILDNorth is a charitable organization dedicated to rescuing and providing compassionate […]

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