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mira song, gallery jones, helen siwak, folioyvr, west coast luxury, vancouver, bc

Crossing Cultures, Shaping Landscapes: The Art of Mira Song

Artist Statement: “My practice deals with exploring specific natural and architectural spaces, and reframing these spaces through the embodiment of a different set of senses, memories, and imagination. Anchored in my own memories and perceptions, my paintings and sculptural installations are manifestations of this transient nature of space and its elements—from which I hope a...

fred lee, joshua mcveity, west coast luxury, helen siwak, folioyvr, vancouver, bc, luxury lifestyle

Power, Parties, and Philanthropy: Fred Lee’s Fabulous Vancouver Life

For more than 30 years, Fred Lee has been the heartbeat of Vancouver’s social scene, a dynamic force who has made the city more vibrant, connected, and undeniably more exciting. Long before  he became known as Vancouver’s Man About Town, Fred was simply someone who loved bringing people together. Over time, that passion transformed into...

sirish rao, vancouver magazine, luxury magazine, helen siwak, folioyvr, arts and culture, vancouver, bc, ecoluxury

Sirish Rao: From Publishing to Public Engagement, A Feast of Words

Sirish Rao has always sought adventure, whether scaling the Himalayan peaks or navigating the ever-evolving world of arts and culture. Born in Bangalore, India, his path was never a straight line but a thrilling ascent, shaped by creativity, risk-taking, and a deep reverence for the natural world. His work is a testament to the power...

robert silverman, vmo canada, bach choir, helen siwak, folioyvr, luxury lifestyle, vancouver magazine, ecoluxury, vancouver, bc, arts and culture

Robert Silverman x VMO x Vancouver Bach Choir: A Spring Concert for the Ages

The Vancouver Metropolitan Orchestra‘s 2025 Spring Concert at the historic Orpheum theatre was a night to cherish. The grand stage welcomed an extraordinary line-up including legendary pianist Robert Silverman and the Vancouver Bach Choir. Under the baton of Maestro Ken Hsieh and chorus direction by Leslie Dala, the evening’s programme included Beethoven’s Choral Fantasy for...

Brianna Schuss: Introducing Vancouver’s Vices New Ambassador

The Vancouver Vices series in Folio.YVR Luxury Lifestyle Magazine is expanding its lens under the guidance of Vices Ambassador Vlad Xanthopoulos. Joining him is Brianna Schuss, the new Lifestyle & Night Culture Ambassador whose curiosity, energy, and love for the good things in life make her the perfect fit for this next chapter. With a...

A.R RAHMAN, folioyvr, helen siwak, viff, film festival, vancouver, bc, yvr, luxury lifestyle

VIFF: An Evening with A.R. Rahman: A Legacy of Stories & Music

For one night, only two-time Oscar-winning composer and songwriter A.R. Rahman will join the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra and the Vancouver International Film Festival for An Evening with A.R. Rahman: Stories and Music from His Career. The international superstar will provide a keynote and performance with the VSO at the historic Orpheum Theatre, a venue known for...

Dawn Chubai, live selling, Vancouver, Canada, Helen Siwak, portfolio, yvr

Media Expert Dawn Chubai Launches Partnership to Host & Produce Port/Folio.YVR Podcast

EcoLuxLuv Marketing & Communications Inc. (ELL Comms) is thrilled to announce a partnership with King Willow Management Inc. to launch the ‘Port/Folio.YVR Podcast‘ in late summer. This podcast will passionately showcase the West Coast lifestyle, a lifestyle that has consistently ranked Vancouver and Vancouver Island among the top places to live in the world. By...

Brandon Newell, Wealth advisor, rescuer, Vancouver, Canada, Helen Siwak, folio, yvr, folioyvr

Meet Brandon Newell, Holistic Wealth Advisor & Rescue Advocate

Brandon Newell is a wealth advisor known for creating bespoke financial solutions that cater to his client’s unique needs. With over a decade of experience in the financial sector, he developed an impressive track record of success in fixed income, equity, and derivatives products for institutional clients at a leading Schedule I Canadian financial institution. ...

celine Paolini, Musician, Piano, showcase piano, Vancouver, Canada, Helen Siwak, folio, yvr

Showcase Pianos Presents: Celine Paolini, Elite Canadian Pianist

The captivating story of Celine Paolini takes us on a journey through a world of music and artistry. Born in Vancouver and raised in Montreal to Taiwanese parents, Celine’s passion for music began at an early age. Her classical training as a pianist soon propelled her to the international stage, where she graced esteemed venues...

Macallan 200, Vancouver Club, Whisky Vancouver, Canada, Helen Siwak, folio, yvr, Kuna photography, folioyvr

Issue #24 – Helen Siwak, Publisher’s Message

Welcome to Issue #24 SPRING! While others transition their wardrobes towards seasonal florals and pastels, I will continue to live unapologetically in black with a little more black, accessorized with black. So when I discovered the [1.] Collection by Canadian designer Charles Lu, I became obsessed. Each piece is a masterpiece, with clean lines, structure,...