Vicky Qiao

Vicky Qiao is a writer and journalist based in Toronto. She has a keen interest in culture reporting and believes that storytelling transcends boundaries. Vicky recently graduated from the Master of Media in Journalism and Communication program at Western University.

Latest from Vicky Qiao

Cassandra Blanchard, Tracey Waddleton & Michael Blouin win 2020 ReLit Awards

The ReLit Awards honour the best Canadian books published by independent presses.

Joseph Kertes, Thomas King and Morgan Murray named finalists for $15K Leacock Medal for Humour

The prize is awarded to the most humorous Canadian book of the year. The winner will be announced on June 4, 2021.

Simu Liu named Entertainment Weekly rising star of 2021

From Toronto to Hollywood, Simu Liu is making waves on the international stage.

Kim's Convenience recap: Beverly Chan is a pink Timbit 

Spoiler warning: If you haven't watched the new episode yet, you can check it out on CBC Gem. If you are outside of Canada, please wait to read this until the episode is available in your country!

Meet Isabel Kanaan, 22 Minutes' new feature player who loves doing it all

A new year sees another fresh talent to the team at This Hour Has 22 Minutes, as Isabel Kanaan joins this week as the show’s newest feature player.

Here's why you should be excited for Kim's Convenience season five

Kim’s Convenience, the heartfelt CBC sitcom series, returns for a fifth season on January 19, 2021. Get a glimpse of the new season from the cast members.

Top four most Canadian TallBoyz sketches 

From Indigenous issues to Drake, here are four Tallboyz sketches that are uniquely Canadian.

New Wave of Standup: What we hate, love and miss about the holiday season

Canada’s hottest new comics, featured in New Wave of Stand Up share their best and worst holiday experiences.

Meet Santazzy — the Winnipeg comedian who's helping Santa go virtual this Christmas

The holiday season this year sure looks a bit different than usual. But hey, Santa isn’t going anywhere.

Schitt's Creek's Dan and Eugene Levy named Entertainers of the Year

From the Emmy Awards to magazine accolades, it’s been a big year for CBC’s Schitt’s Creek.