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About Emilea Semancik
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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Liuping Yu
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“A Day in the Life” with: Visual Artist Liuping Yu

March 18, 2026 Emilea Semancik

My mom, Liuping Yu, grew up in a large family of seven children. Life was happy but hard, and her parents had many responsibilities, so there was no chance for extra lessons like art. Still, […]

Action Dignity Society
Charity

Charitable Choices: Francis Boakye of Action Dignity Society

March 17, 2026 Emilea Semancik

For more than 20 years, Action Dignity Society has been a driving force for racial equity and justice in Calgary — and under the leadership of Executive Director Francis Boakye, that work has never been […]

Alice Wordsworth
Arts

“A Day in the Life” with: Performing Artist Alice Wordsworth

March 11, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Anyone who has had the pleasure of spending time with Alice Wordsworth can attest that one aspect of their character is immediately clear: Alice carries an unwavering drive to listen, contribute, and uplift every community […]

Anna Pompeeva
Music

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 […]

Soft Landings
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
Comedy

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 […]

Jeremy Pollack
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 […]

Anton Matyushin
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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