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Meet Leah Christ: People of Vancity Ep16

From sneaking treats in the Hotel Vancouver pastry cooler to building Mishmish into Vancouver's best bakery. She's always moving, and always learning.

Jun 10, 2026

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Meet Karen Danudjaja: People of Vancity Ep15

The dreamer behind Blume, equally devoted to the veggie garden slowly taking over her backyard, and stepping into a new season of life with a first baby on the way.

Jun 3, 2026

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Meet Kushank Aggarwal: People of Vancity Ep14

The Vancouver creator helping more than half a million people make sense of AI in a practical, approachable way.

May 27, 2026

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Meet Angela Cheng: People of Vancity Ep13

Local creator capturing the city's best eats, locked in on her pottery journey, and reminding us all to put ourselves out there.

May 13, 2026

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12 Issues In: Thank You For Being Here

A note from the editor, a bit of reflection, and a quick ask to help shape what this newsletter becomes.

Apr 29, 2026

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Meet Chanthy Yen: People of Vancity Ep12

Top Chef Canada winner and Chef-Owner of newly opened Touk, bringing true Cambodian cuisine into the Vancouver dining scene—and creating space where people feel genuinely cared for.

Apr 22, 2026

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Meet Emily Shimwell: People of Vancity Ep11

The tornado of energy behind Dine Wilder, raising two boys in Squamish, and reminding Vancouver that community is a verb.

Apr 15, 2026

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Meet Jess Nguyen: People of Vancity Ep10

Built BAK’D Cookies Cafe from the ground up with her brother. And now she's learning to slow down and actually enjoy the life she’s created.

Apr 8, 2026

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Meet Jay Vu: People of Vancity Ep9

He's on a mission to show people that dressing well doesn't have to be complicated. Camera always ready, fits always elevated, and a running list of the best Vietnamese food in the city.

Apr 1, 2026

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Meet Dayna Pidhoresky: People of Vancity Ep8

Canadian Olympian, three-time Vancouver Marathon champion, and firm believer that Pacific Spirit Park on a rainy day will make your whole day.

Mar 25, 2026

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