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In August, we set out from the small coastal community of Bamfield, following the rugged trail toward Cape Beale Lighthouse—the oldest staffed sentinel in British Columbia. The journey would take us through dripping forests, over broken boardwalks, and past the ghostly shapes of abandoned boats, until the path ended at the edge of the continent, where waves and wind rule.

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The Last Kereks: A Story of indigenous people in the Far North Russia

In the far North of Russia in remote communities, like the village of Meynypilgyn on the Bering Sea, people like Norik, a Kereks fisherman, work to keep the indigenous Kereks culture alive along with Kereks traditions, honouring the spirits of their Kereks ancestors. When Canadian and Russian families flock to Mexican resorts for spring break, their vacation styles reveal striking...

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Above the gravel pit” Emily Carr 

Emily Carr’s - famous Canadian artist from Victoria, British Columbia - last painting, captures the sweeping skies and textured, root-strewn landscapes of Mount Douglas near Victoria. Painted in 1942, it reflects her mature style and spiritual connection to British Columbia’s wilderness. Now at the Vancouver Art Gallery, the work embodies Carr’s Post-Impressionist influences and enduring reverence for the West Coast’s...

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Tofino – Canada’s Best-Kept Secret on the Pacific
April 16, 2025

On Vancouver Island’s remote west coast, Tofino blends vast beaches, ancient cedar forests, and rich Indigenous heritage. Reached via winding roads and free of cell service, it offers world-class surfing, wildlife encounters, and rugged beauty. Over a holiday long weekend, we explored misty shores and rainforest trails, leaving awed, restored, and longing to return. When Canadian and Russian families flock...

Spring Break in Mexico
March 12, 2025

How Canadian & Russian Teens Spend Holidays (And How Parents Handle It). When Canadian and Russian families flock to Mexican resorts for spring break, their vacation styles reveal striking cultural differences in parenting philosophies and teen independence.

The Last Kereks: A Story of indigenous people in the Far North Russia
February 12, 2025

In the far North of Russia in remote communities, like the village of Meynypilgyn on the Bering Sea, people like Norik, a Kereks fisherman, work to keep the indigenous Kereks culture alive along with Kereks traditions, honouring the spirits of their Kereks ancestors. When Canadian and Russian families flock to Mexican resorts for spring break, their vacation styles reveal striking...

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Explore Russia beyond the usual — practical guides, hidden gems 

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February 3, 2014

Khibiny Mountains, eerie industrial ruins, Orthodox monasteries, snow villages, and abandoned factories, or race snowmobiles through frozen valleys. Kirovsk offers northern cuisine—venison, whitefish, cloudberries—and lively nightlife, while nearby resorts and unique Arctic attractions like the Ice Palace for Weddings make this remote, frozen land both surreal and unforgettable. What is the cost of this freedom?

January 3, 2014

Since the earliest memory of time, the Karelians, a small group of Finno-Urgic people, occupied the territory spanning the north-western coast of Lake Ladoga to south-eastern Finland. What is the cost of this freedom?

October 10, 2013

Kronstadt is also known as a “rebel city”, for its rebellion against the Bolsheviks. It is also known as a “city of farewells”, as white handkerchiefs were once waved to sailors departing for months at sea.

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Anatomy of fall’ analysis and P.I.M.P.
May 15, 2024

Understanding the movie through the song. Enjoyed the cold evening, cozily covered with all the blankets I found at home, the heater on, warm tea, just myself, Tove the cat, and 2.5 hours of 'Anatomy of Fall’. The music added a new layer to the film! The broken sound of Chopin's fourth prelude played by the blind boy is hauntingly...

Above the gravel pit” Emily Carr 
August 28, 2023

Emily Carr’s - famous Canadian artist from Victoria, British Columbia - last painting, captures the sweeping skies and textured, root-strewn landscapes of Mount Douglas near Victoria. Painted in 1942, it reflects her mature style and spiritual connection to British Columbia’s wilderness. Now at the Vancouver Art Gallery, the work embodies Carr’s Post-Impressionist influences and enduring reverence for the West Coast’s...

Evidence & original insight wich sparks debate

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February 27, 2025

In Canada, school shooting drills mix police-led safety training with lessons on empathy, mental health, and community trust. The perspective of a Russian mom living in Canada, and also - her daughter experiences—hiding from “attackers,” memorizing safety acronyms, and chatting with donut-carrying officers. With strict gun laws but rare tragedies, the focus is on readiness, prevention, and keeping schools safe...

May 14, 2022

A Russian contributor reflects on the deep identity crisis gripping citizens as war rages analyzed through the theory of Karl Jaspers. Beyond guilt, many question their nation’s moral path, torn between patriotism and shame. The conflict has shattered illusions, forcing painful reckoning with propaganda and reality. Some resist, others rationalize—but all grapple with what it means to be Russian. A...

May 14, 2022

A Russian student living in Canada shares her deep fears for her homeland and struggles with shifting identity amid Putin’s relentless war. As devastation in Ukraine reverberates globally, the article explores how Russians abroad face both internal guilt and external judgment—and why moral accountability and rebuilding national image become essential for healing. What is the cost of this freedom?

Guiding tiny humans, growing yourself 

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School Holidays all over the world
August 15, 2025

Discover how school holidays differ worldwide. In Canada and Australia, students enjoy extended breaks with opportunities for reading challenges and early work experiences. In contrast, the UAE offers shorter vacations but emphasizes extracurricular activities and family time. This article explores these diverse approaches to school holidays.

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