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allbeendonebefore · 6 years

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An Incomplete List of Hapo’s Vic Picks

I took some books out of the library over the summer to read up and supplement my Victoria Knowledge (tm) while i was here working here - now that I’m leaving the island again I’ve begun to compile them for your viewing pleasure.

Here in no particular order are my vic headcanons for @orcanadian to do with as she pleases xD I provide no citations but can clarify which things come from books and which things come from experience etc etc. Again the bias here is I pick things that are interesting/funny to me and things which I believe fit with her character as has been presented. Also remember that my default for comparison tends to be Ed first, Cal second, and then my impressions of other cities.

CHILDHOOD STUFF

- the number one thing that sticks out to me after reading edmonton/calgary history is how absurdly aristocratic Victoria is. In a north american sense she’s outrageously sure of herself and confident in her supposed god-given blessings and natural talents and has been so since she was young - in a european sense she’s ridiculously quaint in a kind of muddy, low class way.

- so on the one hand while she is a Lady (tm) and will only settle for the best things, she’s also the sort of kid who will appall her guardians by digging in the dirt and doing the gardening Herself.

- I get the feeling that despite beginning as an HBC fort (read: HBC retirement home), HBC had less the interior/mainland understanding (”here before christ”) and a little more of the American understanding (”hated british company”). Not that she would Ever stoop to allowing herself to be called an American, and it took her a Very long time to warm up to the idea of being called a Canadian as the people she met from Ontario and Nova Scotia during the gold rushes didn’t quite suit her idea of decent companions. Islander first, through and through.

- as a kid she spent so much time trying to help create a place she hadn’t really any actual concept of and for the longest time was heavily resistant to anything that didn’t fit her vision. Now as an adult, while the remnants of that particular brand of colonialism and imported class divides are still present, she’s making a very particular effort to present herself as an international and conscious person. (She’s not, exactly, and is still very Basic White Girl (tm) in a lot of things, but she really is trying, especially where indigenous relationships are concerned)

RELATIONSHIPS

- her relationship with the rest of the island and the mainland as a kid was nothing short of princess to peasant. Her attitude pushed New Westminster (Vancouver’s predecessor) to become adamantly pro-US annexation first and then adamantly pro-Confederation second only a little spitefully, and Victoria’s dependence on Nanaimo’s coal ended up radicalizing the workers. After the turn of the century, she seems to have settled down and mellowed in her relationships, more or less happy with her hold on the political reigns of the province.

- While her relationship with Van Man had quite a rough start, she’s sort of come to accept their respective roles. In the beginning she seemed to be more pissed that he had taken the name of *her* island than she was annoyed by his economic dominance of the province, and her prior relationship with New Westminister seems to have briefly been directed at Vancouver, reaching peak intensity when Canada revealed that maybe building a railway across the Georgia Strait to the island wasn’t feasible after all.

- Upon acquiring the capital status, Vic started to settle into the idea that /maybe/ they were finally being treated *fairly* and while Van Man wasn’t her *equal* so to speak he could at least learn a thing or two from her guidance. Van Man just accepts this because he knows he can physically lift her, tuck her in, and lock her in her house if she gets sick.

- Will not let you forget that she is /technically/ the oldest city in Western Canada. Absolutely acts like it and is always ready to dispense Wisdom (tm) even if she doesn’t actually have the experience or knowledge to back it up.

- Despite being closer to the Edge of all things, she’s not a particularly outward looking person even when she pretends to be. Most of her contact with the outside world is actually through Vancouver or through gossip, she remains quite isolated and she’s quite alright with that. Also had more of a historical aversion to Seattle/California than perhaps Vancouver did (since she viewed Washington, Oregon etc. as belonging to her and because she wasn’t particularly fond of all the sketchy flannel-wearing Californians turning up in the mid 19th century rushes)

- Victoria is actually a committee of 17 separate municipalities, 4 of which are perhaps particularly important to take note of. The ‘four towns in a city’s trench coat’ are as follows:

- VICTORIA: the vic chick herself, seat of power in the province, the mastermind of Vancouver Island, and the hip and trendy downtown.

- OAK BAY: the heart of old British culture and class divides, highly resistant to development of any sort, and self proclaimed “original” hollywood north, Oak Bay is a state of mind more than a place who’s gender is tweed and mostly goes downtown for the Irish Linen store.

- ESQUIMALT: was going to be Victoria’s original location but had crap farmland and no fresh water, so became the military and naval base instead. Vic had a romanticized view of a sailor who would come and sweep her away from the island in her youth but...

- SAANICH: i suppose the chill and friendly popular neighbour of the four and perhaps the most tenuous sense of identity, but loves hiking and stargazing and being outside in general. Shares the university and a local cryptid with Oak Bay.

- Quebec City is kind of her secret senpai - she essentially demanded the CPR build her a hotel on par with Chateau Frontenac (which they did, begrudgingly) and she’s the only one so far this side of Canada to be able to enjoy a tin of Samuel’s chocolate fondue with her fresh garden produce.

- Cal is a CONSTANT visitor to the island to the point that it’s even more common to see Calgary Flames or Stamps junk than it is to see Vancouver or Seattle teams. Vic is “a playground for rich Calgarians”. They may be on opposite ends of many political debates, but they are both similar in personality in a traditional/romantic/conservative way.

- She also has a bit of an interesting (if mildly condescending) relationship with Hally - polar opposite in attitudes and class backgrounds, but share historical, cultural and geographical similarities enough to at least be able to work together and chat a fair bit.

- “Hey Whitehorse, remember that ship I sent you?” “Ahh... about that...”

CURRENT QUIRKS

- Old lady at heart. Uses facebook to share pictures of visitors to her yard, post old memes directly to people’s walls, and like Every Selfie before inquiring after the person depicted on the public comments. Thinks she’s the wine mom when she’s actually the tea granny, and her big social excursions are usually with her bridge group/the Greater Vic Committee.

- Loves to cook with stuff she grows herself and always has herbs at the ready, though she’s quite particular about who she cooks for or takes out for dinner. Also has a serious sweet tooth when it comes to tea time and candy/chocolates.

- She can actually be a little reserved when it comes to hospitality at times even though she’s extremely friendly and outgoing. Doesn’t actually like people staying in her house for extended periods free of charge... remember that BC stands for Bring Cash. That said, she will absolutely be over-generous with weed and offer a complete stranger a joint five minutes after chatting with them.

- Will talk with you, unsolicited, about anything. Friendly to the point that a quiet brusque prairie person like me will be totally caught off guard. Will continue talking as you’re trying to bike up a 45 degree angle.

- Her manner in some cases can come across as overly blunt or even imperious in that I’m Old So Of Course I Know Better Way and condescending without actually realizing it (”I was cleaning out my attic and found these old photographs I took- they are not the best photos but I’m sure they’ll be adequate to decorate your house”).

- Despite maturity beyond her years, she’s actually got a really good grasp on cool/retro trends and interesting food. While she does tie into the generic maple-washed Canadiana that tourists expect, she’s also very good at putting her own flair on things and emphasizing her own interests (ex. especially comics and games).

- Really into old cars and trucks. Like it’s kind of worrying but considering all the retired people she lives with and the cost of driving to the mainland via BC Ferries (which she h a t e s), it kind of makes sense. A collector.

- Staying out past 9 pm on a weekend is kind of a big deal for her. Also never goes Anywhere in a hurry. So chill and laid back about Everything (but will launch into a passionate rant about how invasive species are actually Necessary Okay or When Will The Deer Stop Eating My Plants?!) no matter how high she is.

- Regardless of how she identifies herself, Vic is extremely queer friendly. Romance of any orientation absolutely warms her heart and she has a particularly strong trans community and archive. She can perhaps be a little nosy about things, but can be really accepting despite her old/conservative stereotype.

- Her favourite holiday (perhaps next to Victoria Day) is Christmas. She goes ALL OUT on lights and decorations every year.

- While she might be more famous for her penchant for yoga and paddleboarding or sailing and other such individual and relaxed recreational activities, she did beat the Montreal Canadiens for the Stanley Cup before the NHL even formed. Not that she brags, but she does carry a lot of smugness around with her and that’s just one more thing to be smug about.

- Has an umbrella and KNOWS how to use it as both shield and sword. Have at thee, weather and disreputable politicians! Also will absolutely defend an oak tree in her yard with firearms.

Perhaps more will be added later but that’s what I think of.

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tinymixtapes · 5 years

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Alex Cameron reveals details of new album Miami Memory, shares second single, still doesn’t tour Miami

If I remember correctly, about a month ago we all learned together that tireless entrepreneur, hopeless romantic, and all-around spiffy glam cat Alex Cameron had just released a new single called “Miami Memory” in support of a fuck-ton of world-ish tour dates he’d be embarking upon (shiny shoes and all) this fall. Well, guess what? Now we’ve got word that an entire album called Miami Memory is due to hit the ol’ shelves (as it were) on September 18 via Secretly Canadian. And that he’s offered-up another slice of glammed-up romance in the form of a new video for album track “Divorce.” AND that he’ll be touring EVEN MORE PLACES THAT AREN’T MIAMI, FLORIDA in the final quarter of 2019. Per the album’s press release, Miami Memory is something of a lusty, bitchy, sexy, tense, boring, cheery, weepy “love letter” to his partner, with all the warts and vulnerability on display. “These are true stories, of actual events,” Cameron says, “specific but never esoteric[…] graphic but never offensive. Miami Memory is the story of a couple balancing sex with contemporary family values…it’s my gift to my girlfriend, a symbol to hoist on the totem of love.” Speaking of romantic gifts: how does a new single called “Divorce” sound??? (Oh jeez, don’t worry: Cameron “consistently resists the obvious by juxtaposing his explorations of intimate tensions against cheery instrumentation”). Check out a video clip for the song down below…followed by the album art and full tracklist…followed by all those now-zillions of tour dates which STILL don’t go anywhere near Miami, Florida. Oh yeah, and pre-order Miami Memory on basically any format you want over here. Miami Memory tracklisting: 01. Stepdad 02. Miami Memory 03. Far From Born Again 04. Gaslight 05. Bad For The Boys 06. End is Nigh 07. PC With Me 08. Divorce 09. Other Ladies 10. Too Far New and improved world tour dates: 09.18.19 - Amsterdam, Netherlands - Paradiso 09.19.19 - Brussels, Belgium - AB Club 09.20.19 - Brighton, UK - The Haunt 09.21.19 - Leeds, UK - Brudenell Social Club 09.22.19 - Dublin, Ireland - Button Factory 09.24.19 - Bristol, UK - The Fleece 09.25.19 - London, UK - Electric Brixton 09.26.19 - Manchester, UK - Gorilla 09.27.19 - Glasgow, UK - Art School 09.29.19 - Southampton, UK - Loft 10.01.19 - Lille, France - Aeronef Club 10.02.19 - Paris, France - Trianon 10.03.19 - Reims, France - La Cartonnerie 10.04.19 - Nantes, France - Lieu Unique 10.05.19 - Orléans, France - Astrolabe 10.07.19 - Zurich, Switzerland - Mascotte 10.08.19 - Dudingen, Switzerland - Bad Bonn 10.09.19 - Milan, Italy - Ohibo 10.10.19 - Bologna, Italy - Covo 10.12.19 - Salzburg, Austria - Rockhouse Birthday Party 10.13.19 - Vienna, Austria - Flex Cafe 10.14.19 - Munich, Germany - Strom 10.15.19 - Prague, Czech Republic - Meet Factory 10.16.19 - Berlin, Germany - Festsaal Kreuzberg 10.18.19 - Stockholm, Sweden - Vasateatern 10.19.19 - Oslo, Norway - Parkteatret 10.20.19 - Gothenburg, Sweden - Pustervik 10.21.19 - Copenhagen, Denmark - Vega 10.22.19- Hamburg, Germany - Uebel & Gefährlich 10.23.19 - Cologne, Germany - Artheater 11.01.19 - Richmond, VA - Richmond Music Hall 11.02.19 - Asheville, NC - Grey Eagle 11.05.19 - Atlanta, GA - Aisle 5 11.06.19 - Nashville, TN - Exit In 11.07.19 - St. Louis, MO - Ready Room 11.08.19 - Chicago, IL - Thalia Hall 11.09.19 - Minneapolis, MN - Fine Line 11.12.19 - Bloomington, IN - Bishop Bar 11.13.19 - Columbus, OH - A&R Music Bar 11.14.19 - Detroit, MI - El Club 11.15.19 - Toronto, ON - Phoenix Concert Theatre 11.16.19 - Montreal, QC - Fairmount 11.20.19 - Philadelphia, PA - Johnny Brenda’s 11.21.19 - Boston, MA - Sinclair 11.22.19 - New York, NY - Webster Hall 11.23.19 - Washington, DC - 9:30 Club 12.06.19 - Los Angeles, CA - Troubadour 12.07.19 - Phoenix, AZ - Valley Bar 12.09.19 - Denver, CO - Bluebird 12.10.19 - Salt Lake City, UT - Urban Lounge 12.12.19 - Portland, OR - Wonder Ballroom 12.13.19 - Seattle, WA - Neumos 12.14.19 - Vancouver, BC - Hollywood Theatre http://j.mp/2X4vawt

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jessicakehoe · 5 years

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5 Things to Look Forward to at the Whistler Film Festival

The annual Whistler Film Festival kicks off on November 28 in Whistler, BC and has packed an impressive number of films, panels and events into its 18th iteration. Over the course of five days, the festival will screen 90 films from Canada and around the world, ranging from features to shorts to documentaries. The non-profit will also award over $150,000 to filmmakers in cash prizes and commissions. Here are five things to look forward to at WFF this year, whether you’re a Whistler native or heading over to the city to check out the festival for the weekend. That is, five things in addition to the fact that you’d basically be watching films in just about the most picturesque surroundings possible, which, priceless. (ICYMI, we shot our October cover in an ice cave in Whistler.)

Variety’s 10 Screenwriters to Watch event For the past seven years, WFF has been playing host to the 10 screenwriters named in Variety’s 10 Screenwriters to Watch list. This year, the group of 10 includes Sofia Alvarez, who wrote Netflix’s smash hit To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before; Joe Robert Cole, who penned Black Panther; and Bryan Woods and Scott Beck, the writers behind A Quiet Place. George Stroumboulopoulos will moderate a conversation on December 1 with the 10 writers, who will address their respective careers in the industry, upcoming projects and more.

BLACK PANTHER writer Joe Robert Cole included in the 2018 Class of @Variety 10 Screenwriters to Watch at @whisfilmfest Tickets available now –> https://t.co/DlABxGOm0W pic.twitter.com/bXpsd5y6QW

— Whistler Film Fest (@whisfilmfest) November 7, 2018

WFF’s Got Talent If you’re an aspiring filmmaker—whether a producer, director, screenwriter or actor—send in your application for WFF’s various talent programs, which promise to help those “looking to establish themselves in the industry and advance their projects from script to screen.” WFF Talent Programs are open to Canadian independent filmmakers and talent at various stages in their careers, and some of the events this year include a multi-day lab for documentary filmmakers covering social issues, a fellowship for indigenous filmmakers, and a pitch workshop.

Women on Top The first part of this year’s Women on Top series was held in Vancouver in June, and featured Geena Davis as a keynote speaker, in her capacity as founder of the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media, a non-profit geared towards achieving gender equality in the entertainment industry. The second part of the series is scheduled for November 30 at the festival, and will involve a keynote address by Madeline Di Nonno, CEO of the Geena Davis Institute. Providing further insight into efforts within Canada and internationally to address gender equality and diversity, the keynote luncheon will be followed by a Women on Top workshop. This Changes Everything, a film about the gender disparity in the media industry, executive produced by Davis, will also be screened at WFF following its premiere at TIFF earlier this fall.

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@whisfilmfest is proud to announce the second part of the Women On Top Series, November 30, 2018. _______ KEYNOTE LUNCHEON: MADELINE DI NONNO The Women on Top Series kicked off with Academy-Award winning actor and activist Geena Davis with a keynote luncheon in Vancouver on June 15. The series continues at WFF with a networking luncheon and keynote address featuring Madeline Di Nonno, CEO of the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media and Chair of the Television Academy Foundation, who will speak about the institute’s latest research on gender representation in media, what is being done to address it, and why making media equitable and women on screen matters. _______ WORKSHOP: MAKING MEDIA EQUITABLE The keynote luncheon will be followed by a workshop, which will extend the experience by providing further insight into what is happening globally and in Canada to address gender equality and diversity by exploring who is working to implement inclusion and what filmmakers can to do to support the mandate. The Workshop features Di Nonno and Canadian scholar Dr. Amanda Coles, author of the Canadian Unions for Equality on Screen report: What's Wrong with this Picture?, along with 20 leading advocates and representatives from Canadian public agencies, including Telefilm, CMF, NFB, DGC, UBCP/ACTRA, IATSE 891, SCGC, WGC, WIFTV and Women in View that have initiated policies and mandates to achieve gender equality and diversity in Canada. Get info. _______ FILM PREMIERE: THIS CHANGES EVERYTHING WFF presents the Western Canadian premiere of THIS CHANGES EVERYTHING from director and producer Tom Donahue. Told first-hand by some of Hollywood’s leading voices, it takes an incisive look into the history, empirical evidence, and systemic forces that foster gender discrimination and thus reinforce disparity in our culture. Produced by New Plot Films in association with the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media, David Yurman, and the Artemis Rising Foundation, the documentary seeks pathways and solutions from the industry, and around the world. For more information, click the link in our bio. #wff18 #wffwomenontop #ittakesavillage

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The Canadian premieres of Mary Queen of Scots, On the Basis of Sex and At Eternity’s Gate Three of this year’s most anticipated films—Mary Queen of Scots starring Saoirse Ronan as the titular Queen and Margot Robbie as Queen Elizabeth I, On the Basis of Sex starring Felicity Jones and Armie Hammer as Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Martin Ginsburg, and At Eternity’s Gate, starring Willem Dafoe as Vincent Van Gogh—will have their Canadian premieres at the festival this year.

@whisfilmfest announce full film lineup and it's awesome! Our entire conversation with #WFF2018 Program Director Paul Gratton is here #ondemand #radio #radiostation #whistler #seatosky #listen: https://t.co/QMG6Mhswty <Darren> pic.twitter.com/WcoeIvPEgH

— Mountain FM (@MountainFM) November 1, 2018

A spotlight on Canadian films 69% of the content presented at WFF this year will be Canadian, and the lineup includes some exciting pieces of work such as Roobha, about a Tamil-Canadian who falls for a transgender dancer; Family First, Canada’s official entry in the Foreign Language category for next year’s Oscars, and The Fireflies are Gone, a film about a young girl from a small town in Quebec, which won Best Canadian Feature film at TIFF this past September.

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