On Sunday night, the 3rd Canadian Screen Awards were presented at the Four Seasons for the Performing Arts in Toronto. The awards gala telecast was hosted by Canadian comedy legend Andrea Martin. Since 2013 the Canadian Academy of Film and Television has merged the awards formerly presented in the individual Gemini and Genie Awards and added…
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Friday Find: Kevin Murphy Thick Again
Think you’re stuck with flat hair? Think again with Kevin Murphy Thick Again. The leave-in thickening treatment is fortified with Citrus Flavonoids, Ginger Root Nettle and Parsley extracts for a great smelling, effective hair product. In spite of what the label says, you don’t need to have thinning hair to use Thick Again. The Oleanic acid…
New – Barn Burner BBQ Competition
Much to the chagrin of Eastern Canadians, us West Coasters are firmly in the spring mindset. With the arrival of good weather, many cooks turn to the grill for dining inspiration. Barbecue enthusiasts can mark their calendars for the newest addition to the grilling competition. March 22nd is the debut of the Barn Burner Barbecue…
Picks of the Week – February 25, 2015
As we come to the end of February, we find some entertaining picks of the week to lead us into March; Beer: Hit up the Portside Pub tomorrow night for Meat, Beer and Cheese Night Vol 2, presented by Benton Brothers, Cheese Mongers, Parallel 49 & D Original Sausage Company, $20 gets a flight of 4 beer plus…
Pink Shirt Day 2015
Now in it’s 8th year, Pink Shirt Day has grown year after year from its grass roots Nova Scotia beginnings to become the national anti-bullying phenomenon it is today. February 25, is Pink Shirt Day 2015 and your chance to show your support for the anti-bullying campaign. Locally the CKNW Orphan’s Fund Pink Shirt Day…
Friday Find: Good Habits Granola
I recently had the chance to try Good Habits Granola at an event and was pleasantly surprised by the Vancouver made cereal. Hand-baked in small batches, one case at a time, in her own kitchen owner Jessican uses all natural ingredients in order to maintain the product’s freshness. Her attention to freshness is noticeable, each handful…
Lunar New Year 2015
Today, February 19th, Lunar New Year is celebrated around the world welcoming in the Year of the Goat (or Ram). Asian families will be visiting and paying homage to family, feasting, and taking part in traditional events with Dragon and Lions dances, parades and much more. In Vancouver, we’re lucky to have a diverse and dynamic…