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The inspiration for Fukasaku began years earlier when Dai first arrived in Northern BC. Despite the region's rich waters, he noticed much of its incredible seafood wasn't available to locals. "Growing up in Tokyo, seafood was always an integral part of my life," Dai recalls. "I started daydreaming about opening a restaurant showcasing only local seafood once I became a landed immigrant in Canada."

Chelsie McCutcheon's story embodies resilience, community, and the transformative power of the outdoors. A member of the Wet'suwet'en Nation from near Smithers, British Columbia, Chelsie has faced life's challenges with grace and tenacity. Through snowboarding, she has discovered a path to healing and empowerment, using her journey to inspire others. Her evolution from a young girl on the reservation to a mentor and guide reflects a profound connection to the mountains and a determination to uplift her people through outdoor recreation.

Moving to a new city is challenging enough, but when it means leaving behind a favourite coffee shop, it's even harder. A local coffee spot becomes more than just a place to grab a drink; it's often the heart of a community, a space where social connections are nurtured, where people can recharge, work, or simply enjoy the ambiance. For those who work from home, it becomes a necessary escape, a hub for running into friends, making new ones, and chatting with the baristas who start to feel like family. It can be a great setting for an interview or...

At Ascent Coffee, we believe in the power of community, collaboration, and creativity. That's why we were thrilled to be included in a project that blends art, culture, and the natural beauty of Terrace. This summer, through our partnership with the Skeena Salmon Arts Festival Society, the Terrace Community Foundation and the City of Terrace, we helped bring a vibrant new mural to life on the Spring Creek Pump House. The mural, located at the Spring Creek trailhead, was painted by Sabrina Williams, a talented Gitxsan and Nisga'a artist whose work is as bold as it is deeply connected to...