No matter the stage, the place or song, folk powerhouse Ben Caplan seeks to thoroughly entertain. “It’s important to treat every show like an island,” he says. “Every gig has to be its own unique moment and I strive to reinvent the show every night, even if it’s the same set list, musicians and songs.” […]
Michelle Cameron
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Wishful thinking: Wish Book starts today
It’s that time of year where we’re all goaded to gift, dish out some dollars and hopefully warm some hearts during the holidays, and local ladies Maggie MacCormick, Hannah and Sarah Sears are here to help. The trio initially wanted to give local artists another platform to sell their work and thought the holiday season […]
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FIRST LOOK: New Scotland Yard Emporium
You may not have needed another reason to love this town, but you can rest assured, Joel Plaskett has given you one, with his new business venture, New Scotland Yard Emporium (45 Portland Street). When the humble 800-square-foot retail space—attached to Plaskett’s studio —freed up this past summer, he jumped at the opportunity to pack […]
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Why is it so hard for dog owners to rent in Halifax?
[Image-1] Meet Denver: An avid spooner, goofy and harmlessly affectionate. Denver has been involved with Jillian Mason for just under seven months. He wakes her in the morning with smothering kisses and waits for her at home after work. The bond couldn’t be stronger between the two, but finding an apartment for the pair wasn’t […]
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Halifax’s startup scene goes it alone, together
[Image-1] It’s Monday morning and despite the fervour of beeping traffic on Barrington Street, up above, inside Volta Labs, you can hear a pin drop. The space looks empty and devoid of any life, but looks can be deceiving. “Hey, sorry if you were waiting,” says public relations manager Jill Shea. “We’re all in our […]
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Changing the conversation around women in tech
[Image-1] While Nova Scotia seeks to expand its startup ecosystem with other like-minded folks aiming for achievement, there is a barrier that can keep some from joining in the fun. “We’ve struggled being women in this industry,” says Sarah McLeod, of Vendeve. “This world is men investing in other men, and we’re trying to change […]
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Living the Second Life
Since adopting internationally, [my family] also embraced a new culture,” says Lisa Scott, owner of Second Life Ethiopian Artisans. “But never did I imagine how deeply this culture would impact me.” Scott immediately felt a deep connection with the female artisans of Ethiopia, drawn to their passion for craftsmanship and the exquisite quality and uniqueness […]
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Unionized coffee shops grind out a future
[Image-1] Two years ago, baristas leading the push to unionize Halifax coffee shops was the grounds for many a heated discussion. In 2013, both Just Us! and Second Cup were at the centre of unionization battles fuelled by concerns about workplace conditions. Employees at both coffee shops were ultimately successful in unionizing, but two years […]
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SHOP THIS: Canada’s Ocean Playground
The Maritimes are swimming with pride: there’s a tale to be told of why people stay, why they have to leave and how they always come back. Vish Purgrass pays homage to our seabound coast through storytelling. Originally from the UK, the digital art director found himself swept up by the beauty of Nova Scotia […]
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Why does no one care about Georges Island anymore?
[Image-1] There’s a forgotten treasure in the Halifax Harbour and those who care to visit remain unsuccessful. It’s been over a year since the general public was permitted on Georges Island and there’s been no indication of progress to reopen. Tristan Cleveland, coordinator of Our HRM Alliance, says establishing visitor accessibility to historic sites should […]
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Swim pickings: suits by Martinique Swim
Simone Prinsenberg says her locally crafted suits are an ode to the waves she’s surfed. “It’s a nostalgic thing,” she says. “Each garment is named after places I’ve lived in or surfed at.” The 26-year-old credits becoming a swimwear designer to her nomadic lifestyle, drawing inspiration from surf spots in Costa Rica, Mexico and Thailand. […]
