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Ask Manjot: How do I set boundaries with an overly friendly coworker?
My boyfriend has this work colleague that keeps calling him "honey," what should I do?
July 31, 2023
Columns

Ask Manjot: Am I wrong for avoiding someone who bullied me as a child?

Our June edition of Ask Manjot tackles family dynamics and avoiding bullies
June 27, 2023
Arts & culture

Meet Sikh Knowledge: The Toronto-based producer and DJ weaving genres through music
More about the Toronto-based artist who's hitting the 5X Pride stage this year.
June 1, 2023
Community

What to expect at this year's 5X Art Party at Surrey Art Gallery

How do we create a room for people to walk through that encapsulates your creative world?
May 26, 2023
Columns

Ask Manjot: What should I do when there’s a third person in my relationship?
I found out that my husband is still very much in touch with his ex-girlfriend. What should I do?
May 23, 2023
Arts & culture

The inspiration behind the ‘Enter the Portal’ theme for this year’s 5X Festival
Walk with us into a world of South Asian art and creativity with 5X Fest 2023: Enter the Portal. 
May 18, 2023
Community

Remembering Paldi: Learning about my family through the history of one B.C. mill town
Honouring our immigration stories can help us understand our family and community histories.
April 28, 2023
Conversation

How challenging South Asian wedding standards gave us the wedding we truly wanted
Our wedding taught us the importance of knowing our priorities and mastering the art of compromise
April 28, 2023
Columns

Ask Manjot: I’m moving in with my in-laws, how do I feel at home with them?

Manjot looks at the transition to a new home for the first edition of the advice column.
April 24, 2023
Community

Local film screening and panel discussion to tackle gatekeeping and racism in sport
The event will highlight a conversation with former athlete Harleen Sidhu and Dr. Sharanjit Sandhra.
April 14, 2023
Arts & culture

The tenderness and complexities of Kashif Pasta’s short film ‘Desi Standard Time Travel’

An appreciation and analysis of one of our favourite diasporic South Asian short films as of late.
April 13, 2023
Arts & culture

‘Professor of Tomfoolery’ is Kenny Sebastian’s most personal show yet
The iconic Indian comedian talks about authenticity, rejection, and growing with his audience.
April 11, 2023

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The fine line between the cultural appropriation and appreciation of my Indian culture

Let's dive into the fine line between appropriation and appreciation, and find the middle ground.
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9/29/20
What's trending

BIPOC are having to reclaim their own features from western beauty standards
BIPOC features are not a pick and choose look book to find the next beauty trend.
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9/29/20
News

What do we do when the news cycle changes?
Breonna Taylor deserved justice, and it's on us to keep fighting for it.
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9/29/20
Arts & culture

Sri Lankan designer creates big waves in the fashion industry
Amesh, an eco-friendly and gender inclusive brand from Sri Lanka, gains recognition internationally
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9/23/20
Conversation

It’s okay to not be okay: Let’s talk about suicide prevention month
It’s important to factor in and normalize suicide prevention and awareness in the community.
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9/23/20
Conversation

Emily Ratajkowski tackles image, power and ownership in thought-provoking essay
Emily Ratajkowski highlights the complexities of her image, and takes a step towards reclaiming it
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9/23/20
News

Gymshark’s first turbaned Sikh fitness influencer

Massive fitness brand Gymshark named it's first South Asian fitness influencer
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9/23/20
Community

Priyanka Crowned Queen on ‘Canada’s Drag Race’
Priyanka became the first person of Indo-Carribean, descent to win the title on Rupaul’s Drag Race.
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9/15/20
Arts & culture

Diverse representation in children’s literature is needed for children to reimagine the world

Books are an effective way to teach children about concepts of equity, diversity, and justice.
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9/15/20

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