Music
Five Minutes With: Calgary Alt-Pop Band SHY FRiEND
Have you ever woken up in a cold sweat, feeling as if you just lived an entire lifetime in a dream that you can never fully grasp again? SHY FRiEND is the alt-pop project that […]
Articles by Emilea Semancik
Arts
“A Day in the Life” with: Calgary Visual Artist Tracy Burton
Tracy Burton and I have a special and enduring friendship and I feel blessed to have shared life’s journey with her for more than 30 years. She was born and raised in Calgary, however, her […]
Charity
Charitable Choices: Racha El-Deb of Nadia’s Hope Foundation
Racha El-Dib, founder and Executive Director of Nadia’s Hope Foundation, leads an organization dedicated to supporting survivors of domestic abuse. Established in 2018 and gaining charity status by 2020, the foundation focuses on creating a […]
Music
Five Minutes With: Calgary Pop Rock Musician Awab Paracha
From his early days in the local music scene to becoming a recording artist, Awab Paracha embodies a coming-of-age aesthetic in his music. Awab blends the raw, aggressive sound of his guitar—honed in the smoky, […]
Comedy
Tragedy Plus Time: Calgary Comedian Yianni Assimakis
In this engaging interview, comedian Yianni Assimakis opens up about his comedic journey, influences, and the vibrant comedy scene he is part of. Assimakis describes his comedy style as heavily rooted in storytelling, delighting in […]
Arts
“A Day in the Life” with: Calgary Visual Artist Lancette Burton
A true born and raised Calgarian, Lancette Burton has always had the knack of being creative. She is the best Mother to our two crazy children and a stellar sidekick to me. She has always […]
Charity
Charitable Choices: Dr. Pamela Valentine of MS Canada
Dr. Pamela Valentine, President and CEO of MS Canada, has been leading the organization since 2018, focusing on providing crucial support programs and funding innovative research to combat multiple sclerosis (MS). Given that Canada has […]
Local Business
Homegrown Business: Hana of The Igloo
Hana, the owner of The Igloo Calgary, introduces a unique event rental service that offers enchanting igloo experiences for all occasions. The Igloo Calgary is renowned for its “Netflix and Chill” package, which allows guests […]
Funk / Soul / RnB
Five Minutes With: Calgary R&B Artist Justine Tyrell
Canadian R&B artist Justine Tyrell has established a strong musical presence across Canada with her smooth vocals, heartfelt lyrics, and early-millennium influences. Hailing from Calgary, Alberta, she began channelling her emotions into music at a […]
Comedy
Tragedy Plus Time: Calgary Comedian Nick Reynoldson
In this candid and entertaining interview, comedian Nick Reynoldson gives us a glimpse into his world of humour, influences, and experiences. Reynoldson’s comedy style combines storytelling, silliness, and street savvy—a unique blend that resonates with […]