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Gurpreet Kambo
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Associate Producer, Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC)
Vancouver
Beats
politics, government
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Over 50 years after their communities were displaced, 2 residents from Hogan's Alley and Africville connect
By Gurpreet Kambo, Tessa Vikander Verified| CBUT-TV (Vancouver, BC) Verified Hogan's Alley in Vancouver and Africville in Halifax have a special connection, says Irvine Carvery, a former resident of the Black neighbourhood in Nova Scotia. "Both of our communities were victims of urban renewal," he said. On opposite sides of the country, Hogan's Alley and Africville were hubs for Black Canadian culture and life. But residents of both neighbourhoods were also displaced by construction, causing ruptures in the lives of many Black Canadians.
By Gurpreet Kambo| CBUT-TV (Vancouver, BC) Verified It's not Chicago or New York, but Vancouver is "the perfect noir city," according to Nikita Danshin, a designer with Vancouver-based developer Eggnut, which has been working on the adventure game Backbone for the past five years. The exterior of the 'Rogue Theatre,' in the version of Vancouver's Granville Street featured in the video game Backbone. (Eggnut)Despite Vancouver being a hotspot for film and video game production, it doesn't get to play itself very often in popular entertainment.
Over 50 years after their communities were displaced, 2 residents from Hogan's Alley and Africville connect
By Gurpreet Kambo, Tessa Vikander Verified| CBUT-TV (Vancouver, BC) Verified Hogan's Alley in Vancouver and Africville in Halifax have a special connection, says Irvine Carvery, a former resident of the Black neighbourhood in Nova Scotia. "Both of our communities were victims of urban renewal," he said. On opposite sides of the country, Hogan's Alley and Africville were hubs for Black Canadian culture and life. But residents of both neighbourhoods were also displaced by construction, causing ruptures in the lives of many Black Canadians.
Company Info
Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC)
The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC), also known as Radio-Canada in French, is Canada's national public broadcaster. Established in 1936, it provides a wide range of broadcasting services across radio, television, and online platforms. The CBC aims to deliver Canadian content and counter the influence of American programming. CBC operates several radio networks, including CBC Radio One and CBC Music, and launched CBC Listen in 2019 to integrate its radio, music, and podcast offerings. Its television services include a variety of programming such as news, dramas, comedies, and documentaries, with a dedicated documentary channel for feature-length films. CBC News is one of the largest news operations in Canada, providing comprehensive news coverage across multiple platforms. The CBC also maintains websites for English and French content, offering access to news and programs. Its content includes documentaries, music channels, and a diverse range of podcasts. As a public service broadcaster funded by the Canadian government, CBC's services are available to the general public across Canada.
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