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china town vancouver

YVR guideAugust 12, 2026

DD Mau Chinatown and Chupito Cocteleria Team Up for Feast & Friends Vol. 6

DD Mau Chinatown’s Feast & Friends dinner series returns August 23 with a Chupito Cocteleria collab — here’s what to know.

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Back to Jamaica eats Vancouver

Vancouver UnfilteredAugust 1, 2026

We Tried Vancouver’s Best Jamaican Food at Back 2 Jamaica Eats

An honest food review and real conversation about culture and community at Back 2 Jamaica Eats in Vancouver.

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Kamayan Festival Vancouver

Vancouver UnfilteredMarch 12, 2026

Filipino Culture and Local Business at Kamayan Festival

We hit the Kamayan street festival in Mount Pleasant for local business spotlights and real, unfiltered Vancouver Filipino culture.

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Liam Leezy

Creative SpotlightApril 15, 2025

Unapologetically Liam Leezy: Finding Freedom in Sound

I’ve loved singing and creating harmonies since childhood, but what truly drew me in was the ability to express myself without interruption.

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Kaira Pena

Creative SpotlightApril 12, 2025

The Art of Growing: Kaira Peña’s Story

My name is Kaira Peña, and I’m an elementary school teacher who loves art! My family migrated to Canada from the Philippines in 2008, and I proudly identify as Filipino-Canadian.

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Stephen Sijenyi, AKA Steve Safari

Creative SpotlightDecember 24, 2024

Stephen Sijenyi, AKA Steve Safari: A Trailblazer for Inclusivity and Innovation

With nearly half a million followers on TikTok, Stephen’s has become a trusted resource for newcomers to Canada and beyond, offering insights into navigating opportunities and building better futures. This passion for empowering others led to the creation of Simizi.com, a revolutionary AI-powered recruiting platform he co-founded to address systemic employment inequities.

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art of leucretia

Creative SpotlightOctober 26, 2024

Crafting Identity Through Art: Leucretia Story of Passion and Growth

My love for art began early, influenced by my parents. I’d often choose art supplies over other toys, which marked the start of my creative journey.

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Mary Wokomah

Creative SpotlightOctober 19, 2024

Sunkissed Universe: Where Art Meets Fashion and Self-Discovery

While my art started as a personal coping mechanism, it resonates with others as well. My work often reflects the perspective of a Black woman and her experiences, giving voice to emotions and situations that might be difficult to express in words.

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Richard Goodluck

Creative SpotlightOctober 12, 2024

Richard Goodluck: Experiencing Art Through Photography, Design and Music

Creativity has always been an integral part of my life, whether through playing instruments, drawing, or clothing design.

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Collin Patrick

Creative SpotlightAugust 17, 2024

Creativity Without Limits: Collin Patrick’s Artistic Vision

Creativity has always been an integral part of my life, whether through playing instruments, drawing, or clothing design.

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Marianne Valdez

Creative SpotlightAugust 10, 2024

Crafting Art with Purpose: An Insight into Marianne Valdez’s Creative World

Before art became my career, painting served as my coping mechanism—a way to express the intense emotions and observations I couldn’t put into words.

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Mar Cortez

Creative SpotlightAugust 3, 2024

Vibrant Visions: Mara Cortez’s Story of Passion and Public Art

My Filipino culture and the stories and experiences of the Filipino community deeply influence my work.

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Deryana

Creative SpotlightJuly 27, 2024

Expressions of Strength: Deryana Dhuzent’s Artistic Voice

Art has always been my way to express my feelings and navigate life’s challenges.

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Afro World Expo Vancouver, Canada

Event RecapJune 3, 2024

Afro World Expo 2024 Showcases African & Caribbean Culture In Vancouver, Canada

The Afro World Expo 2024, held from June 1st to 2nd in Canada, was a vibrant showcase of African and Caribbean culture, bringing together a diverse array of artists, businesses, and community organizations.

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Black Entrepreneurs & Businesses of Canada Society

Event RecapMay 24, 2024

Black Entrepreneurs & Businesses of Canada Society Business Summit

The highly anticipated Annual Black Business Summit took place from May 24th to 25th at Emily Carr University of Art + Design in Vancouver, BC. The event, with this year’s theme, “The Power of Us, Facing the Future Together,