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Rebecca Smith, vegetarian turned leather shoemaker, accidentally fell into the world of shoe repair after growing up on a farm in Alberta. Smith had been gifted a moose hide from her grandfather, a hunter, but didn’t know what to do with it.

The alley behind Ray-Cam Co-operative Centre in the Downtown Eastside made for a perfect soapbox derby racetrack.

It’s increasingly invisible in Canadian public life, but prayer is thriving in private

Thursday, Aug. 18 Music Sturgill Simpson Country music and roots rock singer-songwriter out of Jackson, Kentucky plays the first of two evenings in support of A Sailor’s Guide to Earth . 7pm at Vogue Theatre. Tickets $45 at TicketFly.com .

This week’s low tides are perfect for skimboarding, as Kayotics Skimboarding Camp instructor Connor Skillen shows off some of his moves at Spanish Banks.

Even ‘flagrantly irreligious’ movies can be seen as morality plays

For many people, the PNE conjures up memories of sugary candy floss, deep fried foods and the sweet aroma of mini doughnuts, followed by a healthy serving of guilt.

PARTY ON THE PIER: Peace Arch Hospital was the beneficiary of the inaugural Picnic on the Pier. Community builder Landmark Premiere Properties fronted the special evening on White Rock Pier.

Thursday, Aug. 11 Music Awolnation American electronic rock band, formed and fronted by Aaron Bruno plays the first of two nights with special guests The Darcys. 8pm at Commodore Ballroom. Tickets $35+ at Ticketmaster.

This Monday is one of the most important days in the Catholic calendar, yet its basis is not found anywhere in the Bible and most non-Catholics probably have little or no understanding of the significance.