What is Because I am a Girl?

In October, something really cool happened. The Because I am a Girl caravan visited Calgary and stopped at our school.  They interviewed girls and listened to our thoughts on what it means to be a girl here in Canada, and around the world.  Learning more about their campaign and speaking to them, I wanted to spread…

People say Some Funny Things

Have you ever said something really funny that you just want the whole world to know? Well, there’s a better way than Facebook to post and read hilarious bluffs in human language (or brain). At “Things People Said” there are, well, real things people said. Including everything from Spoonerisms to News Reports and Kid’s Quotes.…

Be Fair! Fairly Traded Market Day 2009

Earlier this month we blogged about Make It, which was an awesome opportunity to purchase  “ethically made, one-of-a-kind handmade items” from local designers and artists. On Saturday November 28th, you’ll have a similar opportunity to make ethical purchases – this time from international vendors – at the University of Calgary’s Fairly Traded Market Day. Put…