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How Indian grocery stores produce culture and nostalgia in the diaspora

Indian grocery stores evoke nostalgia and act as social spaces for the community.
May 11, 2021
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Did ASOS miss the mark on their new South Asian “Bridal Wear” collection?

ASOS has newly introduced South Asian wedding attire, is it appropriation or appreciation?
May 11, 2021
Conversation

Did Canada turn its back on India’s worst public health crisis?
As India continues to be tragically affected by COVID-19, why is Canada not doing more to help?
May 11, 2021
Community

Five unique local South Asian restaurants to check out
Here are five local restaurants serving up an array of unique South Asian dishes.
May 4, 2021
News

COVID-19 is devastating India. What are Bollywood stars doing to help?
Some of Bollywood’s biggest stars are MIA as COVID-19 rages across India.
May 4, 2021
News

Surprise pop-up vaccination clinics neglect most vulnerable communities

Inequities in vaccine rollout revealed through a pop-up vaccination site in Surrey.
May 4, 2021
Conversation

“What’s in a Name?” Neetu Garcha answered, and children of immigrants can relate
Neetu Garcha’s video on name diversity offers us a chance to reflect on how we navigate the world.
April 27, 2021
News

The escalating COVID-19 situation in India, and how you can help
The second wave of the COVID-19 crisis has shaken India and its medical system to its core.
April 27, 2021
Community

Dank Mart: Built on creating community & leaving a legacy
We caught up with Spensir Sangara, owner of the popular snack bodega.
April 27, 2021
Community

The duality of a Brown Girl who Tokes
5X Press speaks with notable brown cannabis connoisseur Brown Girl Tokes.
April 20, 2021
News

What are the impacts of inequitable vaccine rollout both locally and globally?
Ensuring equitable access to vaccines among all populations start by acknowledging systemic racism.
April 20, 2021
News

One Voice Canada report highlights challenges faced by international students
International students are often left with little to no support navigating life in Canada.
April 20, 2021

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A Punjabi Sikh wins Miss Universe—but is it really a win?
Harnaaz Sandhu’s title as Miss Universe 2021 raises a wider conversation around representation.
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12/16/21
Conversation

Setting boundaries around the holidays with your big South Asian family
Boundaries during the holidays are tough especially within South Asian families.
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12/15/21
Community

Your 2021 Holiday Gift Guide for local & BIPOC Businesses

Happy shopping and happy holidays!
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12/15/21
Arts & culture

It’s beginning to look a lot like … Christmas movie season

*Cue “It’s the most wonderful time of the year” by Andy Williams*
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12/14/21
Arts & culture

20 years of a Bollywood classic: Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham
It has left its undeniable mark on Bollywood, and its cultural impact and significance still remains
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12/14/21
Conversation

Why the demonized Indian "monster-in-law" isn’t the real problem
We fault mothers for giving too much. Why can't the sons stop taking so much?
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12/8/21
Arts & culture

Why India is a House of Secrets
How a Netflix docuseries on the Burari Deaths compels Indian society to confront its demons.
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12/8/21
Arts & culture

Agam Darshi talks "Donkeyhead," the Punjabi-Canadian experience, being a first-time director & more
Agam Darshi speaks of her “labour of love” in creating the film Donkeyhead
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12/7/21
Conversation

Why it's time to break the cycle around caste and dating in 2021
I spoke with a few people who have been personally impacted by the caste system.
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12/1/21

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