Fellas, Let’s Figure It Out: Call your mom

There is no debating that independence is a cornerstone of the college experience. The freedom that is part of post-secondary education can be empowering and terrifying at the same time. While the newfound independence in college is a rite of passage for most young adults, it can be a tough and scary time for our […]

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Reasons to Live… In Victoria: The Breakwater Bistro & Bar

The Lekwungen peoples have long treasured the land and sea along the coastline, including Ogden Point. There were major village sites along the coast up to Clover Point. Local artists Butch Dick of the Songhees Nation and Darlene Gait of the Esquimalt Nation were behind the breakwater mural that honours this history. Painted along the […]

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Fellas, Let’s Figure It Out: Dude, don’t skip cardio

Over the last few years there’s been a significant rise in young men participating in exercise, specifically weight training. While there’s no doubt that the uptick of people participating in resistance training is a good thing, it leaves something to be desired as far as overall health goes. I never thought I’d write about the […]

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Lydia’s Film Critique: Love Streams

If love is a stream, then it is in continuous motion. It pours past small obstructions, catching and letting go. When it pulses it is outside of any reason, and beyond any control; it is unafraid of any frictions that may hold it back or tighten it or forcibly carve out a new course. If […]

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Dropping the Needle: The Dark Side of the Moon is overrated

The Dark Side of the Moon by Pink Floyd is overrated, but not because it’s a bad album—it’s great, but is it their best? Animals and Wish You Were Here offer so much more artistically, but they don’t get as much recognition because they are less accessible. First of all, yes, Dark Side is a […]

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Pieces of Performance: Sovereign Ace brings Black excellence to island

Reigning from Nanaimo is a most mystical and mind-bending performer. Sovereign Ace has been nothing short of an incredible creator and sharer of any fantasy realm that they can dream up. From fan of drag to performing for two years, they have presented Black excellence from Nanaimo to Victoria. Celebrating gender fluidity and freedom has […]

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Lydia’s Film Critique: Pink Flamingos

“Kill everyone now. Condone first-degree murder. Advocate cannibalism. Eat shit. Filth is my politics, filth is my life.” Should one try to vindicate Pink Flamingos (1972) from its vile cruelty to all which is good, they may fall flat. But should they instead embrace its vile cruelty, welcome its offenses, and affirm their own derangements, […]

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Dropping the Needle: A lonely Valentine’s Day

Spending Valentine’s alone was not part of the plan, but after my three-year relationship ended I find myself riding solo through the month of love. However, music became my companion, like an embrace, a place to vent, and even an escape from reality. Here are the best albums to help you get through different stages […]

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Reasons to Live… In Victoria: Chinatown—The Bubble Tea Place

A national historic site, Victoria’s Chinatown is famous for being the oldest surviving Chinatown in Canada. The closely built brick buildings create a labyrinth of inner courtyards, alleys, and passageways, giving Chinatown its mysterious allure. This neighbourhood was originally dominated by three import-export companies, including Kwong Lee & Co. Founded by Lee Chong, it was […]

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