• Though it seems like it in this part of the world, Hollywood is not the centre of the cinematic universe. Most nations across the world are home to creators who use film to tell stories unique to their cultural heritage. As we turn our attention toward Asia and the incredible array of nations and people who hail from it this month, let us take some time to appreciate the diverse filmic offerings…

  • For a Chinese-Polish-Ukrainian kid growing up in rural Alberta, dumplings were the cornerstone of comfort food as far back as I can remember; no matter if they were potato/cottage cheese-filled (see our 2020 Virtual Heritage Days blog for my family’s perogie recipe), or pork/shrimp/water chestnut-filled. In recognition of Asian Heritage Month, it was important for me to honour my Chinese ancestry with one of the few aspects of it that I am…

  • Have you ever found yourself knee deep in researching a topic online when you come across something that sounds like a perfect fit, and then –BAM! –You run into a paywall? There is nothing worse than being so close yet so far from the information, or content, you need. Not everyone is able to, nor wants to, pay access fees or subscriptions, so what can you do? Good news intrepid learner! There…

  • We whipped up a quick decision tree to help you busy folks pick a new Reference Manager. As always, don’t hestitate to reach out to your subject librarian for further advice. Find out more about the Reference Manager you were “matched” with: Mendeley Zotero EndNote