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Let’s Share

Let’s Share

This 10-part series explores the spirit of giving — and gratefully receiving — from many perspectives. At the heart of every exchange is an affirmation that we are in this together, communal citizens rather than lone consumers.

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In This Series

In Praise of Casual Friendships

In Praise of Casual Friendships

I don’t always know how to ask for what I need. But the ‘small care’ in my life is an excellent teacher. Last in our series on sharing.

Jackie Wong / 30 Dec 2022


The Elder Who Changed My Life

The Elder Who Changed My Life

I met her when I was at an all-time low. She saw my pain and held me close.

Andrea Smith / 29 Dec 2022


Here’s to Brave, Generous Laughter

Here’s to Brave, Generous Laughter

Jackie Hoffart is changing the face of local comedy. We can all be grateful for their work.

Em Cooper / 28 Dec 2022


This Soup’s for You

This Soup’s for You

Ralf Dauns is gone. He leaves an impact that he never understood. Latest in our series on the spirit of sharing.

Josh Kozelj / 27 Dec 2022


A Gift of Preserved Friendship

A Gift of Preserved Friendship

A well-travelled ermine named Ernie sits on my desk. This is his story. Latest in a seasonal series on the spirit of giving.

Zak Vescera / 26 Dec 2022


My Cyborg Christmas in the Glass Castle

My Cyborg Christmas in the Glass Castle

To my chagrin, I can’t live without three gifts I gave myself.

Christopher Cheung / 23 Dec 2022


Why I Stopped Giving to the Greater Vancouver Food Bank

Why I Stopped Giving to the Greater Vancouver Food Bank

The problem is older than me, and this Band-Aid solution needs to be replaced by true food security.

Katie Hyslop / 22 Dec 2022


A Visit to Union Gospel Mission

A Visit to Union Gospel Mission

Serving an early Christmas dinner to more than 2,000 guests is just one way the Downtown Eastside hub spreads cheer.

Steve Burgess / 21 Dec 2022


In Tango, Resistance Is Futile

In Tango, Resistance Is Futile

To perform the dance you must surrender. Only then can you feel free. Second in our series on sharing.

Kate Helmore / 20 Dec 2022


Cheers to Thursday Night Cookups

Cheers to Thursday Night Cookups

How my friends and I made a delicious ritual of communing. First in a seasonal series on giving and receiving.

Michelle Gamage / 19 Dec 2022