Neighbour’s Tree fell on our Yard
On one unforgettable night, I was having dinner with my son at around 8:45 pm in the evening when we heard a thump. I couldn’t figure what it was, but my son could see it from the window, even in … read more
Canadian perspectives on everyday life in Canada.
The Dalai Lama at the Vancouver Peace Summit 2009
It’s no different as when you grandparents used to tell your parents “Think of the starving children in India, or China or Vietnam..” Instead of nagging, the world’s celebrities came dancing, singing, and cajoling. One after another, young people went … read more
Romanian-Canadian immigrant brings Kurtos Kolac to Vancouver
From Transylvania, the land the gives us Count Dracula, come Kurtos Kolak. It’s been called Kurtos Kolac, Kurtos Kolacs, Kurtos Kalac, Kurtos Kolak, or Kurtus cake, Chimney cake. Originating from Eastern Europe, the Kurtos bread or cake has been traditionally sold at food fairs. Basically, it is made with a sweet bread dough rolled flat, cut into thin little strips, then wrapped around a wooden cone with a handle. The dough is then coated with sugar and the forms placed on a barbecue over heated volcanic rocks. read more
Long Lost Son Returns to China
This is the story of a adopted teenager, Christian Norris who was reunited with his biological parents after being separated for 10 years. His was an unusual case. He was the favored boy, the second son, illegal baby because of the one-child policy. He was raised by his uncle and grandmother. One day, during a bus excursion, he was lost in a crowded bus station, and ended up in an orphanage and picked up for adoption… read more
Chinese-Canadian Modern Wedding Tea Ceremony
The Chinese has a long history with many traditions dating back to ancient times. One of the strongest tradition is the Chinese wedding ritual of tea ceremony, where the bride and groom offers tea to the parents of both families … read more
The Douglas College Self employment program
This video clip is a submission by Alvin Barrera of www.mixmediaworld.com, a graduate at the Douglas College Self Employment Program Intake no. 143. Alvin Barrerra is a Filipino-Canadian immigrant who has recently became an entrepreneur with the launching of his … read more
Jane Mclean – Who?
Jane McLean is making a mark in the entertainment industry, and Filipino Canadian immigrants are proud to call her one of their own. Philippine women are well known for their exotic beauty and Jane McLean is another example. Indeed! … read more
How Big is Your Zucchini?
This is a submission from our subscriber, Mary who lives in Surrey, BC. Here is her blog. I have a little garden in my front yard which measures about 200 square feet. It is really tiny. What I did was … read more
Bichon Frise tried to walk on water.
Here is a photo of my dog. He is a bichon frise, with beautiful fluffy fur. He is a young puppy, and he does not understand water. We took him out on the boat this summer vacation, and he behaved perfectly fine staying on the boat. However, when we took him ashore, he got confused. First, he had fun jumping up and down on the beach, then he thought the water looked so inviting, and in his mind, water is just another type of floor surface, so he simply stepped right in. Splash! and then he just cried. read more
Boss for the Day
Are you fighting too much with your partner, travelling companion, or your sibling? Then try this rule: Boss for the Day Here’s a tip on how to handle the non-critical decisions in everyday life. You can negotiate and reach an … read more