ON SMOKING AND PICKLING
Words by Darren Howlett
Photos by Jennifer Brazil
Simple preservation techniques provide food security—and flavour.
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EAT YOUR MEDICINE
Words by Shannon Simpson
Photos by Meredith Rose
On a mission to teach all kids that healthy food can taste great.
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THROUGH THE VENEER
Words & Photo by Lisa Graham
Getting creative in the place between water and air, where the perspective is elastic and...
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INFLUENZA'S DEADLY TRAIL
Words by Dawn Copeman
At the close of World War I, the so-called Spanish flu claimed lives all over the world, even in...
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THE BEAUTY OF THE BURN
Words & Photo by Sarah Seads
Buddhist wisdom tells us that pain is inevitable, but suffering is optional. Try telling your body...
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MOVING THROUGH CHANGE
Words by Jen Groundwater
Photo by Allan Sawchuck
Early in 2020, our editorial team envisioned the general look and feel of the covers and...
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