Late vendor remembered for putting others first
Maria Sonia "Sandra" Czechaczek: Oct. 18, 1964 — Dec. 24, 2019. Megaphone file photo.
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Starting off on a good note
From music, to friends, to family, Victoria vendor James Hope has found his rhythm again following a bout with mental illness. Travis Poor photo.
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Stories that inspire change
Director's Corner: Incoming Executive Director Julia Aoki notes that even the most modest of narratives offers endless possibilities.
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All about me
Memoirs offer a glimpse into authors' lives, where despite the differences, you may see reflections of yourself.
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The artistry of cosplay
Ainsley Bircher grew up hearing about comic con events from her mom and started attending them in 2013. She has been “cosplaying” as Pigtails and Powertools for about seven years. Wicked Sensations Photography.
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Straight from the heart
From his musical start in Vancouver, to headlining the global stage, Bryan Adams keeps his focus on a widespread problem: homelessness
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Sex, lies and HIV/AIDS: New play puts deeply personal subject on stage
'I would love for this to get under people's skin.' Playwright Rick Waines delves into a controversial topic in his work Secret/e.
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Being happy vs. being successful
Vancouver vendor Dennis Chernyk muses about the stuff of life.
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Dear Pen Pals...
Do you have a question about drug use, addiction, mental health, relationships, sexuality, or other life issues? We've got you covered.
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When everything's not fine, BC Foundry can help
One-stop shop for youth provides easy access to mental health resources.
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Dear Pen Pals...
Do you have a question about drug use, addiction, mental health, relationships, sexuality, or other life issues? We've got you covered with real-life advice from those in the know.
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Viewpoint: The money wheel
When you're homeless and looking for housing, it's a demoralizing cycle of not having enough resources to get ahead.
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Powerful elder heals by helping others
Sue has seen more than her share of tragedy, but the courageous Megaphone vendor finds strength in encouraging others.
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Spike's word
Vancouver vendor and writer Gerald 'Spike' Peachey shares some writing tips.
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TGIF
Each month, Megaphone features an image chosen as a Top 30 finalist in our annual Hope in Shadows photo contest.The winning 13 photos are published in the 2019 Hope in Shadows calendar, now sold out. The all-new 2020 calendar is on its way! Watch for it on the streets of Vancouver...
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Lifelong Victoria resident enjoys his Saturday shift
Richard Gerrand has been selling street newspapers for a dozen years.
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Megaphone turns a page
Director's Corner: Outgoing Megaphone Executive Director Jessica Hannon ponders eight years at 'this scrappy organization' and what's in store for the non-profit's next chapter.
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Resilient rider
Megaphone vendor and Ride to Conquer Cancer team member Michael Geilen doesn't worry about his own challenges — he's too busy helping others.
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