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Photo by Sie Douglas-Fish.

“We’ve come so far”: Celebrating 30 years of the beloved Pride Parade in downtown Victoria

The peak of these events was the Pride Parade on July 9 in downtown Victoria, with over  40 000 spectators and 120 entries.

Visiting Beyond Van Gogh in Victoria

Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience invites guests to step into the artwork of one of the most influential artists in history, bringing his paintings to life by incorporating still…
UVic’s Special Collections and University Archives

Into the archives: A guide to UVic’s treasure trove

Down in the basement of McPherson Library, past the stairs and protected by the quiet floor, just might be UVic’s best kept (not so secret) secret, the University of Victoria’s…
Pride banners in Vancouber, BC. Photo by Cooper Anderson.

Ten ways to celebrate Pride on the mainland this summer

Happy Pride Month, everyone! June is dedicated to celebrating the LGBTQ+ community in memory of the Stonewall Riots of June 1969. In 2023, Pride Month is recognized as a time…
Angkor: The Lost Empire of Cambodia

Visiting “Angkor: The Lost Empire of Cambodia”

On Tuesday, June 6, I visited the Royal BC Museum (RBCM) to watch the IMAX showing of "Angkor: The Lost Empire of Cambodia." 
The Little Mermaid

“The Little Mermaid”: A film with good ideas and weighty flaws

Overall, The Little Mermaid feels like a solid 6/10. Along with some major flaws, it has some genuinely strong ideas, if only they were given more room to breathe. 
Jordan Peterson

Event review: Unpacking Peterson

The event took place in response to Jordan Peterson’s live event “Beyond Order: 12 More Rules for Life Tour” which was being held simultaneously at the Save on Foods Memorial…
Rachael Moorthy

From student to novelist: In conversation with Rachael Moorthy 

Rachael Moorthy talks about the publishing industry, her artistic influences, and her exciting plans for her future as an emerging novelist.
Barbie

The most anticipated movies of the summer

From Barbie to Oppenheimer, this summer’s movie roster is sure to have something for everyone The sun’s out, it’s warm, and you can finally step outside without an umbrella. So…

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