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Folk Fest Magic: An Eid to Remember

A special three-day ritual unfolds every year in my hometown. It’s called the Vancouver Folk Music Festival or, as it’s lovingly referred to by regulars and locals, Folk Fest. Now in its 38th year, the…

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Shachi Kurl@ShachiKurl·

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Since the night of the English-language debate on Sept. 9, it seems everyone has taken the opportunity to share their views, opinions and reflections about it. With the election now finally behind us, I’m sharing mine:

https://www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/article-i-was-asked-to-apologize-for-my-question-in-the-leaders-debate-i-stand/

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24 Sep

While neither the issues nor the members of the various #diasporas across #Canada are homogenous, most #advocates seem to agree that as a matter of strategy, a minority #Liberal government presents the best chance of meeting their needs. Read on: https://newcanadianmedia.ca/community-leaders-call-on-minority-government-to-prioritize-diaspora-issues/

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24 Sep

Community leaders and new #immigrants see hope for working with a minority #Liberal government – but the work had to start yesterday, they say. @marcomendicino @Kurtis_Vermont @COSTI_org
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