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The Province
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Province
Museum of Vancouver explores stories of the city's chairs
'We're in fully chair mode for the summer.' Joe Fortes' Morris chair, c. 1900-22 is on display as part of the Deep-Seated Histories: Chairs from the Collection exhibition at the Museum of Vancouver. Photo by Courtesy Museum of Vancouver. Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Believe it or not, the fact that two of three new exhibits opening at the Museum of Vancouver this month are all about chairs is a coincidence. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. Abrams and others. Plus, Canucks Report, Sports and Headline News newsletters and events. Unlimited online access to The Province and 15 news sites with one account. 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Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors In Deep-Seated Histories, a selection of everything from barber shop recliners to church pews provide a glimpse into Vancouver's cultural, social and industrial evolution. The other exhibit, Future Makers, looks to the future with sustainable chairs built out of repurposed mahogany. 'For the past 10 years, we wanted to showcase and zoom in on one object type in our permanent collection,' said Viviane Gosselin, director of collections and exhibitions, curator of contemporary culture. This Woodward's staff lounge chair, c. 1974-92 is on display as part of the Deep-Seated Histories: Chairs from the Collection exhibition at the Museum of Vancouver. Photo by Courtesy Museum of Vancouver This Little Sister's Book & Art Emporium chair, 1996-2016, will be on display at the Deep-Seated Histories: Chairs from the Collection exhibition. Photo by Courtesy Museum of Vancouver 'We are all very fond of chairs, so we thought, okay, let's go with chairs. And then at the same time, this gift of mahogany came to us because people in the community know that we like to do material reuse. So the two converged. We're in fully chair mode for the summer.' Stay on top of the latest real estate news and home design trends. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. The 150 chairs in Deep-Seated Histories were chosen from a collection of about 250. 'The main focus of the show was to talk about Vancouver history through the selection,' said Denise Fong, the lead curator on Deep-Seated Histories. 'Because many don't have provenance information, we don't really know where they came from or what their connection is to Vancouver. Part of the process was going through our existing records to see what we could find about the stories behind them, whether they're connected to an important landmark or heritage building or local business in Vancouver, or to significant individuals or organizations.' Local history buffs, nostalgic sentimentalists and design aficionados will find much to ooh and ah over in the exhibit, from Joe Fortes' Morris Chair to a Fritz Hansen chair from the Woodward's employee dining room to the custom-made bar stool from Little Sister's Book & Art Emporium. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. 'The chair that a lot of people have been very curious about is our night watchman chair from the Ship Inn, a pub in Greenwich,' Fong said. 'It's dated to the 1800s. And its primary function was to provide sort of protective, comfortable seating for porters and people who would be waiting near entryways or doorways. It's got this high, dome-shaped padded back, and it's designed to protect people from the elements.' Future Makers takes a far different tack. Using wood gifted to the museum by an anonymous donor, students at the KPU Wilson School of Design were charged with coming up with new, creative chair designs. The finished A-Chair, designed by Jodh Sidhu, is part of Future Makers: chairs by students at the KPU Wilson School of Design. The chair will be auctioned off. Photo by Courtesy Museum of Vancouver 'The instructor designed an entire course around the project, asking what it means to make things when we know that we're over-consuming? There was this whole conversation about the circular economy and material reuse.' This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Twenty-seven students came up with 15 chairs. Two, Andre Beeche Lacle's Masenity and Jodh Sidhu's A-Chair, received SAGE awards for sustainability from the museum. 'Masenity makes reference to the country of at least some of the mahogany's origin, Guatemala,' Gosselin said. 'It's low to the ground, even lower than the more traditional Guatemalan chairs. And that's kind of an attempt to encourage people to be more connected to the land, to the ground.' The other winner, the A-Chair, has a back that tapers into a sharp point. 'I think we saw 50 iterations of it as the student refined the idea. It looks flimsy, like a piece of paper that you fold and create a chair out of it. But it's actually very solid.' The students have agreed to auction off the chairs. Proceeds will be donated to Indigenous-led reforestation efforts in Guatemala. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Curating two exhibits focusing on myriad variations of the same idea has been eye-opening, said Gosselin. 'I think what we've learned is that we love the idea of focusing on one object type, whether it's miniatures or, I don't know, kitchen appliances, and taking everything we have and looking at the differences,' Gosselin said. 'What emerges? What does it tell us about a particular object design, but also about our collecting practices?' Deep-Seated Histories and Future Makers are at Museum of Vancouver until Jan. 2026. Read More Vancouver Canucks Vancouver Whitecaps Vancouver Canucks News Opinion
Vancouver Sun
03-07-2025
- General
- Vancouver Sun
Museum of Vancouver explores stories of the city's chairs
Believe it or not, the fact that two of three new exhibits opening at the Museum of Vancouver this month are all about chairs is a coincidence. In Deep-Seated Histories, a selection of everything from barber shop recliners to church pews provide a glimpse into Vancouver's cultural, social and industrial evolution. The other exhibit, Future Makers, looks to the future with sustainable chairs built out of repurposed mahogany. 'For the past 10 years, we wanted to showcase and zoom in on one object type in our permanent collection,' said Viviane Gosselin, director of collections and exhibitions, curator of contemporary culture. Stay on top of the latest real estate news and home design trends. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Westcoast Homes will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. 'We are all very fond of chairs, so we thought, okay, let's go with chairs. And then at the same time, this gift of mahogany came to us because people in the community know that we like to do material reuse. So the two converged. We're in fully chair mode for the summer.' The 150 chairs in Deep-Seated Histories were chosen from a collection of about 250. 'The main focus of the show was to talk about Vancouver history through the selection,' said Denise Fong, the lead curator on Deep-Seated Histories. 'Because many don't have provenance information, we don't really know where they came from or what their connection is to Vancouver. Part of the process was going through our existing records to see what we could find about the stories behind them, whether they're connected to an important landmark or heritage building or local business in Vancouver, or to significant individuals or organizations.' Local history buffs, nostalgic sentimentalists and design aficionados will find much to ooh and ah over in the exhibit, from Joe Fortes' Morris Chair to a Fritz Hansen chair from the Woodward's employee dining room to the custom-made bar stool from Little Sister's Book & Art Emporium. 'The chair that a lot of people have been very curious about is our night watchman chair from the Ship Inn, a pub in Greenwich,' Fong said. 'It's dated to the 1800s. And its primary function was to provide sort of protective, comfortable seating for porters and people who would be waiting near entryways or doorways. It's got this high, dome-shaped padded back, and it's designed to protect people from the elements.' Future Makers takes a far different tack. Using wood gifted to the museum by an anonymous donor, students at the KPU Wilson School of Design were charged with coming up with new, creative chair designs. 'The instructor designed an entire course around the project, asking what it means to make things when we know that we're over-consuming? There was this whole conversation about the circular economy and material reuse.' Twenty-seven students came up with 15 chairs. Two, Andre Beeche Lacle's Masenity and Jodh Sidhu's A-Chair, received SAGE awards for sustainability from the museum. 'Masenity makes reference to the country of at least some of the mahogany's origin, Guatemala,' Gosselin said. 'It's low to the ground, even lower than the more traditional Guatemalan chairs. And that's kind of an attempt to encourage people to be more connected to the land, to the ground.' The other winner, the A-Chair, has a back that tapers into a sharp point. 'I think we saw 50 iterations of it as the student refined the idea. It looks flimsy, like a piece of paper that you fold and create a chair out of it. But it's actually very solid.' The students have agreed to auction off the chairs. Proceeds will be donated to Indigenous-led reforestation efforts in Guatemala. Curating two exhibits focusing on myriad variations of the same idea has been eye-opening, said Gosselin. 'I think what we've learned is that we love the idea of focusing on one object type, whether it's miniatures or, I don't know, kitchen appliances, and taking everything we have and looking at the differences,' Gosselin said. 'What emerges? What does it tell us about a particular object design, but also about our collecting practices?' Deep-Seated Histories and Future Makers are at Museum of Vancouver until Jan. 2026.
Zawya
19-06-2025
- General
- Zawya
HE Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan attends graduation of the class of 2025 at Zayed University
Abu Dhabi, UAE – Zayed University ('ZU') celebrated the graduation of the 'Future Makers' Class of 2025, recognising the achievements of 1,503 students across its Abu Dhabi and Dubai campuses. The ceremony was held over three days at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre and attended by His Excellency Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence; Her Excellency Shamma bint Sohail Faris Al Mazrui, Minister of Community Empowerment and Chairperson of the ZU Board of Trustees, alongside guests of honour, members of the university's Board of Trustees, prominent figures, and the families of the graduates. Her Excellency Hajer Al Thehli, Secretary General of the Education, Human Development and Community Development Council, marked the first day of the graduation ceremony as Guest of Honor, highlighting the vital role the university plays in preparing the next generation of leaders for the UAE. This year marks the 23rd cohort of graduating female students and the 13th cohort of male students. Graduates represent all seven of Zayed University's colleges, including the Colleges of Business, Communications and Media Sciences, Technological Innovation, Education, Humanities and Social Sciences, Natural and Health Sciences, and Arts and Creative Enterprises, as well as postgraduate programmes. His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak congratulated the graduates on their achievements, wishing them continued success and a prosperous future. He encouraged them to apply the knowledge and skills they gained in service of the UAE, its leadership, and the wider community, contributing to the nation's bright future. At the end of the ceremony, His Excellency received a gift titled 'Marhaban' (Welcome) a modern sculpture inspired by a verse from the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, blending traditional Emirati calligraphy with contemporary design to embody the values of generosity, pride, and heritage. The Class of 2025 includes a diverse group of graduates, comprising 1,234 female and 203 male undergraduates, along with 66 postgraduate students. Among them, 224 students graduated with honours across undergraduate and master's programmes. Her Excellency Shamma bint Suhail Al Mazrouei, Minister of Community Development and Chairperson of the Zayed University Board of Trustees, congratulated the graduates and their families on their achievement, describing the ceremony as a celebration of legacy, identity, and future purpose. She said: 'True legacy isn't built by titles or applause. it's rooted in values that hold firm when no one is watching. Today's graduates carry three national trusts: skill that serves, knowledge that questions, and character that endures. The future won't be shaped by how loud we speak, but by how deeply we are rooted.' Prof. Michael Allen, Acting Vice President of Zayed University, said while addressing the audience: 'In this Year of Community, take the skills you have learned, the insights you have gained, and the ambitions you have and use them not only to build your career but to build your community. As graduates of Zayed University, you have a superpower: the ability to adapt, to grow, and to redefine yourself, again and again, as you meet the world—not with fear, but with fire.' The graduation ceremony affirms Zayed University's role in nurturing and empowering future leaders, and championing individual achievements for all students. These efforts align with the UAE Centennial 2071 vision, reinforcing the university's role in driving national progress. Zayed University takes immense pride in its graduates and congratulates the Class of 2025 and looks forward to witnessing the impact they will make on the UAE and the world. About Zayed University Zayed University, the UAE's flagship higher education institution, was established in 1998 and proudly bears the name of the Founder of the Nation – the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. In the spirit of Sheikh Zayed, the University is a pioneer and innovator in the field of education and research. The University currently caters to many Emirati and international students across its full range of undergraduate and postgraduate offerings. Led by Her Excellency Shamma Bint Suhail Al Mazrouei, Minister of Community Empowerment and Chairperson of the Zayed University Board of Trustees, the University proudly serves the needs of the Nation and contributes to the UAE's economic, social and cultural progress from its state-of-the-art campuses in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Through research, scholarship, creative activities and outreach, Zayed University provides educational leadership, expands opportunity, and enriches the knowledge of local, regional, and global communities. For media enquiries, please contact: Ahmed Al Majayda Media Specialist Isabelle Morton Advisor
Zawya
24-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
For South Africa's dreamers, doers and builders – this platform was made for you
Entrepreneurship is often romanticised as an exciting leap into independence, but for most founders, the road is uneven. It's full of setbacks, learning curves and more than a few sleepless nights. A great idea is only the beginning; success demands execution, adaptability and an ever-evolving understanding of customers and markets. Dr Mmaki Jantjies, Telkom Group executive for innovation and transformation In today's economy, entrepreneurs who thrive are those who embrace digital tools – not just to stay competitive, but to lead. And that's where TelkomLearn steps in, offering free and accessible digital education that empowers business owners to learn, readjust and grow. Digital fluency is the new competitive edge The business world is now built on digital infrastructure. Platforms that once belonged only to large corporations are now open to small businesses, enabling them to scale faster and reach broader markets. One standout example is Thabiso Mongane, who left a corporate banking career to build a fintech platform that serves the unbanked and underserved. Initially focused on disrupting spaza shop distribution in townships, Mongane saw a bigger opportunity: helping small, cash-based businesses access financial services – particularly credit. Through Telkom's FutureMakers Township Innovation Incubator, Mongane transformed a raw idea into a robust solution. 'I knew what the problem was,' he says, 'but not how to solve it.' In the course of 18 months, the programme helped him build Zaka Finance – a neobank that creates financial identities for those previously excluded from the formal economy. Zaka now serves small businesses, students, gig workers and informal traders, gathering data to build risk profiles for credit and other services. 'Zaka Finance is bridging a trust gap in a trustless environment,' Mongane says. 'Thabiso's business perfectly aligns with the FutureMakers programme,' says Dr Mmaki Jantjies, Telkom Group executive for innovation and transformation. 'It brings previously excluded businesses into the formal economy, drives economic growth, and creates jobs – exactly what we aim to support.' Closing the skills gap – at no cost Technology is a powerful tool, but only when entrepreneurs know how to use it. Many business owners understand they need digital skills, but formal training is often too expensive or time-consuming. TelkomLearn breaks down those barriers. Through global partnerships, it offers about 100 courses – many of them free – designed to help entrepreneurs build digital fluency and business confidence. Whether you are launching a side hustle or scaling a venture, the tools are at your fingertips. Some of the most popular TelkomLearn courses include: - Effective Business Websites – learn to create a site that draws traffic and drives sales. - IT for Business Success – use tech to cut costs and boost productivity. - Social Media Marketing – build your brand and reach your customers. - Presenting Data – turn analytics into better business decisions. Opportunity doesn't knock twice In the entrepreneurial world, you don't just need grit – you need guidance. TelkomLearn offers both, and for many, it's the bridge between surviving and thriving. If you're running a business, growing a hustle, or dreaming of starting one, now's the time to invest in your future. The knowledge is free. The opportunity is real. The only thing left is to act.
