Articles by Emilea Semancik

About Emilea Semancik

Emilea Semancik was born in North Vancouver. Emilea has always always wanted to work as a freelance writer and currently writes for the Vancouver Guardian. Taking influence from journalism culture surrounding the great and late Anthony Bourdain, she is a recipe author working towards publishing her own series of books. You can find her food blog on Instagram: @ancestral.foods

Five Minutes With: Folk Rock Musician Ben Stopfel

May 8, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Ben Stopfel is a Winnipeg-based musician whose work is rooted in emotional honesty, melodic restraint, and a deep respect for songcraft. Known for his quietly compelling presence, Stopfel writes songs that sit comfortably between folk, […]

Tragedy Plus Time: Comedian Cheyenna Sapp

May 7, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Cheyenna Sapp — who performs under the name Shy Sapp — is a comedian whose style she describes as raw, unfiltered, and “either very self-aware or very delusional.” Raised on the Indigenous comedy of Don […]

Homegrown Business: Alyssa Winzinowich of Prairie Wolf Bakery

May 4, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Alyssa Winzinowich is a Winnipeg-based baker and entrepreneur—and one of the co-founders behind Prairie Wolf Bakery, a micro-bakery rooted in Manitoba soil. Co-owned with her sister Natasha, the business specializes in handcrafted sourdough breads and […]

Charitable Choices: Anna Kernaghan of Ka Ni Kanichihk

April 28, 2026 Emilea Semancik

In 2001, a group of Traditional Elders, Indigenous Grandmothers, and community members came together with a shared vision: to strengthen social and economic opportunities for the growing Indigenous community in Winnipeg. More than two decades […]

Five Minutes With: Rock Band Show Pony

April 24, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Show Pony is a wild ride through the heart of rock and roll. Dressed to thrill in snake skin boots and a shimmer of sequins, their raw fusion of gutsy punk energy and arena-shaking rock […]

Tragedy Plus Time: Comedian Kristen Einarson

April 23, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Kristen Einarson is a Winnipeg-based comedian whose self-deprecating, self-aware, and observational style has earned her a growing presence on the local and national comedy scene. Shaped by a childhood spent watching Canadian staples like This Hour Has […]

Charitable Choices: Kelly O’Donnell of Wildlife Haven Rehabilitation Centre

April 21, 2026 Emilea Semancik

At Wildlife Haven Rehabilitation Centre, every rescue tells a story of resilience and second chances for Manitoba’s wildlife. We spoke with Kelly O’Donnell, Communications & Engagement Coordinator, about the centre’s life-saving work, its growing connection […]

Five Minutes With: Blues Musician Irvin Miller

April 17, 2026 Emilea Semancik

At just 22 years of age, Irvin Miller is quickly gaining recognition as one of Manitoba’s most exciting young performers. Elevating the room with his blend of traditional sounds like blues, funk, country, and gospel, […]

Tragedy Plus Time: Comedian Dewey Parker

April 16, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Dewey Parker is a Winnipeg-based comedian who comes to the stage with one clear mission: to have fun, and to make sure everyone else does too. Equal parts silly and sharp, his autobiographical style starts […]

Homegrown Business: Christie Dawn of Rainbow Earth

April 13, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Christie Dawn runs Daytripper, Manitoba’s only adult field trip service exclusively for women, offering transportation and curated experiences to those who don’t drive, lack vehicles, or simply aren’t comfortable navigating beyond city limits. Operating out […]