Jim Barr & Jeremy Derksen, Co-Publishers, Seekers Media
Interview: Jim Barr & Jeremy Derksen about the story behind the three Seekers Magazines, the change they like to see in the magazine industry; thoughts on AI.
Interview: Jim Barr & Jeremy Derksen about the story behind the three Seekers Magazines, the change they like to see in the magazine industry; thoughts on AI.
Update to the Non-Traditional Newsstands Project, three more newsstands set up around the Lower Mainland and more locations to be announced soon.
On publishing a small niche magazine & collaboration, the key element to future success in the magazine industry. Favourite quote: “Make your own momentum.”
How Principl(ed) magazine contributes to the BC school system. Sandra Murphy’s favourite quote: “A word after a word after a word is power.” ― Margaret Atwood
Favourite quote: “If you can see yourself doing anything else, do that instead.” — Scott Steedman
Favourite quote: “Life is like playing a violin solo in public and learning the instrument as one goes on.” — Samuel Butler (1835-1902)
MagsBC member magazine amplification initiative to spotlight the people, stories, and ideas behind all our MagsBC publications. Details and prompts to come.
New year, new participating magazines, 2026 starts off by welcoming new members to the Non-Traditional Newsstands Project, promote & sell at limited pop-up shops
“We just really try and give each other the support and the space we need.”
“In the words of RuPaul’s Drag Race …, our own childhood pastime lays the foundation for so many of our shared skills”
“The message is simple: get off the phone and leave the computer behind and experience for yourself what the world has to offer.”
We’re expanding the Free Newsstands initiative of the Non-Traditional Newsstands project, calling on publishers to join: free promotion, expand distribution, new readers
First edition of non-traditional newsstands project wrapped: 15 print magazines, nine digital magazines, free giveaways, new issues for sale in pop-up shops
Magazines Canada tariff resources and survey results, impact on the Canadian magazine industry. BC government’s tariff response measures to US tariffs.
Holiday sale pop-ups non-traditional newsstands, distribution channels for BC magazines in theatres, performing arts venues and festivals, Metro Vancouver.
Aim is to test out alternative distribution channels for BC magazines, initial focus on theatres, performing arts venues and festivals in Metro Vancouver.
“Journalism allows me to help translate important work for the general public and make a difference.”
“Back yourself. You never know until you commit to something.”
MagsBC seeking internship coordinator for remote/hybrid position (Vancouver, BC), 25 hours/month, contract $7,500 total to March 2025. Apply by July 14.
Geist seeking 4 new volunteer members to join Geist Foundation Board of Directors, starting ASAP. Send expression of interest (etc.) by Dec 1, 2023.
Experienced theatre presenter and manager Allyson McGrane will be project lead.
“Don’t pigeon-hole yourself – try everything you are offered.”
“It’s really fun to have a publication—definitely a lot of work, but also a complete labour of love. So, if you’re planning to do it, make sure you enjoy yourself.”
“The industry is very tough right now, but there are also many opportunities.”
―天文学新時代の幕開け― Dawn of a new era in astronomy ―Images taken after traveling 1.6 million kilometers have been released. By Fraser Monthly, Aug. 2022 Special Feature