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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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DOD Basketball
Charity

Charitable Choices: Beverley Jacques of DOD Basketball

January 27, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Founded in Montreal’s east end, DOD Basketball is more than a basketball school—it’s a community-driven organization committed to youth development, social inclusion, and life skills that extend far beyond the court. With programs that blend […]

The Fake Friends
Music

Five Minutes With: Montréal Band The Fake Friends

January 23, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Montreal’s The Fake Friends kick off the rollout for their debut LP Let’s Not Overthink This with “A Sucker Born Every Minute,” out December 11 via Stomp Records. The single delivers a sharp, hook-forward blast […]

Rachid Badouri
Comedy

Tragedy Plus Time: Montréal-based Comedian Rachid Badouri

January 22, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Rachid Badouri is a Montréal-based comedian whose observational, deeply human style has earned him a reputation for comedy that laughs with people rather than at them. Influenced by storytellers who prioritize rhythm and humanity over […]

Mara Dupas
Arts

“A Day in the Life” with: Montréal Performing Artist Mara Dupas

January 21, 2026 Emilea Semancik

If Mara were a colour, they would be a deep forest green; the kind that looks even at first glance, and keeps revealing its many shades once you listen to its textures and get carried […]

St. Michael's Mission
Charity

Charitable Choices: Andrew Marrocco of St. Michael’s Mission

January 20, 2026 Emilea Semancik

At the heart of Montréal’s frontline response to homelessness and social exclusion is St. Michael’s Mission, a place where basic needs meet pathways to long-term wellbeing. We spoke with Executive Director Andrew Marrocco about the […]

Saanya Nanda
Comedy

Tragedy Plus Time: Montréal Comedian Saanya Nanda

January 15, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Saanya Nanda is a Montreal-based comedian who describes her style as “playful horror”—a fitting descriptor for someone who cites Jonathan Swift’s savage satire and Alan Moore’s dark morality as influences alongside Louis C.K.’s structural precision. […]

Hélène Montpetit
Arts

“A Day in the Life” with: Montréal Visual Artist Hélène Montpetit

January 14, 2026 Emilea Semancik

I met Hélène Montpetit in the early ’90s. She was a mature student at Concordia when I was teaching voice there. She had already been performing for some time and resisted technical voice training somewhat, […]

Bob Bachelor
Arts

“A Day in the Life” with: Montréal Musical Director Bob Bachelor

January 7, 2026 Emilea Semancik

I have known Bob Bachelor since 1984, and we have a long, rich history of working together on numerous productions, both with The Lyric Theatre Singers and other companies. When I first met Bob, he […]

GAMERella
Charity

Charitable Choices: Courtney Blamey of GAMERella

January 6, 2026 Emilea Semancik

In an industry long criticized for its barriers to entry, GAMERella is carving out a new path—one grounded in accessibility, inclusivity, and community care. Co-Director Courtney Blamey (she/her) leads the organization’s efforts to open the […]

Florent Duchesne
Arts

“A Day in the Life” with: Montréal Sculptor Florent Duchesne

December 31, 2025 Emilea Semancik

How do you describe the emotion of raw energy without breaking everything in the process? I feel like a bio of Flo would be the perfect place to start. A classic biography could never capture […]

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