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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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Osyron
Metal

Five Minutes With: Calgary Metal Band Osyron

May 30, 2025 Emilea Semancik

Osyron is a Canadian metal band known for its dynamic blend of powerful lyrics, intricate melodies, and soaring clean vocals, balanced with contrasting vocal styles. Originally formed in 2012, the band’s current lineup features vocalist […]

Recipe for Spanakopita
Food & Drink

Recipe for Spanakopita from Irene Matys

May 25, 2025 Emilea Semancik

Few dishes embody the heart of Greek and Cypriot cuisine quite like Spanakopita—those magnificent layers of paper-thin phyllo pastry embracing a rich, savoury filling of spinach and cheese. This beloved pie from @irene_matys’ new book, […]

Michael Peterson
Arts

“A Day in the Life” with: Calgary Filmmaker Michael Peterson

May 21, 2025 Emilea Semancik

Michael Peterson has established himself as a versatile, award-winning director based in Calgary, Alberta, with particular expertise in horror, comedy, and action genres. His directing portfolio encompasses a wide range of media including commercials, documentaries, […]

Art Bellerose
Comedy

Tragedy Plus Time: Calgary Comedian Art Bellerose

May 15, 2025 Emilea Semancik

Art Bellerose, a rising Indigenous comedian, is making waves with his distinctive blend of old-school setup-punchline technique and evolving storytelling approach. Drawing inspiration from comedy legends like Chris Farley and Norm Macdonald, Bellerose crafts material […]

Jessica Jones
Arts

“A Day in the Life” with: Calgary Actor Jessica Jones

May 7, 2025 Emilea Semancik

Jessica Jones has loved singing and dancing since she was born! Even as a little baby, I would find her singing in her crib in the mornings. She started dancing and singing in school clubs […]

Students for Direct Action
Charity

Charitable Choices: Keely O’Neill of Students for Direct Action

May 6, 2025 Emilea Semancik

Keely O’Neill, co-Director of Events for Students for Direct Action, is part of a student-led movement tackling food insecurity at the University of Calgary. Through grassroots organising, the club provides hundreds of free meals each […]

Homegrown Business: Claudia Pasaribu of Goodbake
Local Business

Homegrown Business: Claudia Pasaribu of Goodbake

May 5, 2025 Emilea Semancik

Sisters Claudia and Kezia Pasaribu are redefining gluten-free snacking through Goodbake, their Calgary-based bakery specialising in crunchy, allergen-friendly brownies. Operating under their company Thousand Market—a nod to their Indonesian heritage—the entrepreneurial duo has transformed a […]

L.C. Cariou
Arts

“A Day in the Life” with: Calgary Visual Artist L.C. Cariou

April 30, 2025 Emilea Semancik

L.C. Cariou graduated with distinction from Concordia University (Montréal) and the Alberta University of the Arts (AUArts) in 2019. In 2023, she participated in the Artist Inn Residency Program at Calgary’s Downtown/Beltline Marriott Residency Inn […]

Maude Kids Decor
Local Business

Homegrown Business: Jennifer Forrest of Maude Kids Decor

April 28, 2025 Emilea Semancik

In the heart of Calgary’s Mission neighbourhood, Maude Kids Decor is redefining children’s retail with a carefully curated selection of toys, furniture, clothing, and home goods. Founded by Jennifer Forrest, the boutique and online store […]

The Wardens
Folk

Five Minutes With: Calgary Folk Band The Wardens

April 25, 2025 Emilea Semancik

The Wardens don’t just sing about the land—they’re part of it. Hailing from the Rocky Mountains, this band’s music is deeply rooted in the landscapes they’ve spent years protecting as Canadian national park wardens. With […]

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