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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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Lia Kuri
Electronic

Five Minutes With: Montréal-based Electronic Artist Lia Kuri

December 27, 2024 Emilea Semancik

Lia Kuri is a Montréal-based electronic artist known for her evocative and environmentally conscious music. She is the lead vocalist of the indie electronic band **Afternoon Bike Ride** and recently released her debut solo album, […]

Florence Rivest
Arts

“A Day in the Life” with: Montréal Visual Artist Florence Rivest

December 25, 2024 Emilea Semancik

There’s an obvious, colourful thread running through the life of Florence Rivest. From a creative, summer camp gal leading canoe outings to a professional artist offering workshops in nature, it’s all connected. Through illustrations for […]

Nova West Island
Charity

Charitable Choices: Bozena Bortkiewicz of Nova West Island

December 24, 2024 Emilea Semancik

Bozena Bortkiewicz, Marketing and Communications Agent for Nova West Island, is dedicated to promoting the vital community health services provided by the organization. Nova West Island offers programs such as palliative home nursing care, senior […]

Kid's Stuff [Trucs d'enfants]
Business

Homegrown Business: Mary-Jo Dorval for Kid’s Stuff [Trucs d’enfants]

December 23, 2024 Emilea Semancik

Kid’s Stuff [Trucs d’enfants] is a child clothing company based in Montreal. The brand specialises in producing high-quality, environmentally friendly, and gender-neutral children’s apparel. We spoke with Mary-Jo Dorval, designer and owner of Kid’s Stuff […]

Rob Lutes
Folk

Five Minutes With: Folk-Blues Artist Rob Lutes

December 20, 2024 Emilea Semancik

Since his debut album “Gravity” in 2000, Rob Lutes has been steadily crafting a remarkable repertoire of songs that seamlessly blend blues, folk, Americana, and the contemporary singer-songwriter genre. Hailing from the town of Rothesay, […]

Projet Communautaire de Pierrefonds
Charity

Charitable Choices: Michael Leclair of Projet Communautaire de Pierrefonds

December 17, 2024 Emilea Semancik

Projet Communautaire de Pierrefonds (PCP), led by Executive Director Michael Leclair, has been a lifeline for immigrant and refugee families in Montreal’s West Island since 1995. With a focus on offering affordable, barrier-free programs, PCP […]

Veni Etiam Photography
Business

Homegrown Business: Kristina Kasparian of Veni Etiam Photography

December 16, 2024 Emilea Semancik

Kristina Kasparian, PhD, a former neurolinguistics researcher turned entrepreneur, is the owner of Veni Etiam Photography, a Montreal-based art shop specializing in vibrant, travel-inspired home decor. Her work transforms photography into wall art, notebooks, coasters, […]

Léolo
Music

Five Minutes With: Montréal Pop Artist Léolo

December 13, 2024 Emilea Semancik

Léolo is the moniker of Léo Hamel, a promising queer musician hailing from Montréal. Passionate about defying categorization, his music is a thoughtfully crafted blend of pop euphoria and ethereal novelty. Carried by strong vocal […]

Jeraume
Arts

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

December 11, 2024 Emilea Semancik

When I sign new artists at Paperole, I look for unique styles with a recognizable signature. Jeraume’s graphic universe instantly captivated me. Originally from Quebec and based in Montreal for over 10 years, Jeraume has […]

Bsbowzart: Floral Preservation
Business

Homegrown Business: Bijal Shah of Bsbowzart: Floral Preservation

December 9, 2024 Emilea Semancik

Bijal Shah has built a thriving business dedicated to transforming special-occasion flowers into lasting keepsakes. As the owner and chief designer of Bsbowzart: Floral Preservation, Shah uses techniques like pressing and silica preservation to capture […]

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