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“Egg Head” by Jathinder Sandhu received an Honourable Mention in this year’s Hope in Shadows calendar, using humour to share a powerful message about protecting our environment. Jathinder hopes her playful self-portrait opens conversations about climate change and the future of our planet. Thank you to Pivot Legal Society for founding the Hope in Shadows project in 2003 and entrusting the project to Megaphone in 2016, helping create a platform that amplifies the voices and perspectives of people with lived experience
of poverty and homelessness through photography.

As Vancouver celebrates the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the city is seeing for packed stadiums, global attention and promises of economic growth. ⚽️

But behind the excitement, questions remain. With the cost of hosting seven matches climbing toward $700 million, many are asking who benefits and who bears the burden. From local businesses anticipating a boost to housing advocates, hospitality workers and
community organizations raising concerns about displacement, policing and affordability, the tournament is shaping Vancouver in more ways than one.

Read our latest story exploring the promises, costs and competing perspectives surrounding FIFA 2026 at the link in our bio!

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Four Megaphone vendors are taking on the 5K at the Beneva Vancouver Half Marathon!

Peter, Nick, David and Yvonne are fundraising to support Megaphone’s vendor program, peer-led journalism and creative opportunities for community members.

Read their profiles, choose a vendor to support, and help us reach our Spring Campaign goal before June 28th!

Donate today and cheer on our team as they cross the finish line, link in bio ❤️‍🔥✨

For Aileen, writing is a way to reconnect with herself. Through Megaphone’s creative programs, she’s found space to reflect, create and share her voice with others. Creativity can be grounding, healing and deeply personal — and everyone deserves access to spaces
where they can express themselves freely. Your support helps make that possible 💛