Author Archives: Shaheed Devji

Ask anybody who knows me and they will tell you I like to talk. They will probably also tell you that I'm a sports nut. It's no surprise then that I'm in the Broadcast Journalism program at BCIT. It has been my dream for as long as I can remember to become a sports broadcaster and since a lot of my idols in the industry went to BCIT, I thought I should too! I'm also a budding current events junkie. You can find out more about me at my personal website.

Surrey attacks concern King George Skytrain users

Posted on September 29, 2010 by Shaheed Devji

Several attacks around Metro Vancouver have the public carefully looking their shoulders. And as BCIT Magazine’s Shaheed Devji explains, recent events in Surrey have transit users on edge.
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Surviving in movie rental stores

Posted on September 27, 2010 by Shaheed Devji

Going to the movie rental store used to be a nice evening out. But more recently, online services offer an easier, more convenient alternative. And as BCIT Magazine’s Shaheed Devji finds out, it’s forcing rental store owners to find creative ways of surviving.
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SFU hockey team hopes for NCAA move

Posted on September 22, 2010 by Shaheed Devji

The Simon Fraser University athletics program is now a part of the NCAA, but it’s hockey team is not. As BCIT Magazine’s Shaheed Devji finds out, the team’s coach – a former NCAA hockey player himself – hopes the move comes soon. Continue reading →

Details in Electra scare still murky

Posted on September 20, 2010 by Shaheed Devji

After a downtown Vancouver residential and business establishment – the Electra building – was evacuated last weekend due to an odd smell and black fumes, questions still remain as to what exactly was the cause of the scare. BCIT Magazine’s Shaheed Devji has more. Continue reading →

Successful Olympians lack sponsorship

Posted on September 20, 2010 by Shaheed Devji

Many people assume that if a Canadian wins a gold medal at the Olympic Games he or she will be rewarded with corporate sponsorship. But as BCIT Magazine’s Shaheed Devji finds out, that’s not necessarily the case. Continue reading →

An Alternative To Full-Day Kindergarten

Posted on September 15, 2010 by Shaheed Devji

The new school year marks the beginning of full-day kindergarten in public schools in B.C. As BCIT Magazine’s Shaheed Devji finds out, the head of Burnaby Montessori School believes the program is lacking. Continue reading →

Minister Mary Polak reacts to HST referendum

Posted on September 14, 2010 by Shaheed Devji

In response to the announcement of BC’s impending HST referendum, BCIT Magazine reporter Shaheed Devji caught up with B.C. Liberal cabinet minister Mary Polak and asked her the following questions. Continue reading →

Fetal Alcohol Disorder in B.C.

Posted on September 14, 2010 by Shaheed Devji

This past week, the Canadian Foundation on Fetal Alcohol Research awarded grants to leading Canadian researchers on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, or F-A-S-D. As BCIT Magazine’s Shaheed Devji reports, the grants are in line with the province’s recent commitments to serving its children and families. Continue reading →

Basketball Bulldogs for Team Canada

Posted on August 11, 2010 by Shaheed Devji

Robert Sacre and Kelly Olynyk both play for the NCAA’s Gonzaga Bulldogs men’s basketball team. As BCIT Magazine’s Shaheed Devji reports, the two being the only two amateur players on Team Canada’s World Championship training camp roster bodes well for both clubs. Continue reading →

Taylor-made for the game

Posted on August 3, 2010 by Shaheed Devji

The Canadian National Old-timers Baseball Federation Championships were held in New Westminster over B.C. Day long-weekend. BCIT Magazine’s Shaheed Devji met one man who put the big picture of old-timers playing baseball ahead of himself playing the game. Continue reading →