Wherever you go, there will be some debates in which neither side will relent – Pepsi vs. Coke, Nike vs. Adidas, and, on a more serious note, “lifers” vs “choicers.” The argument on the ethics of abortion has been a timeless one – should people have the freedom to do as they please with their…
In the province where the Progressive Conservatives (PC) have ruled for over 41 years, elections have always seemed to be dry where the opposition was no real competition for the incumbents.
This week, I was finally able to pay a visit to the Calgary Zoo and the new Penguin Plunge Exhibit. I hadn’t visited the zoo for more than two years, so I was very excited, and armed with my camera (of course). The Penguin Plunge exhibit was stunning, the penguins adorable and the reaction from the…
Recently, I read an article called the Oil Cleansing Method (which will now be abbreviated as OCM). I don’t exactly remember how I came across it, but just know that I am kind of a “make-everything-myself” person and the idea of becoming as independent as possible really appeals to me. Anyway, after I read this…
I know that Spring Break’s already half over, but it’s not too late to have some fun during these last few care-free days! If you’ve been sitting around Calgary mournfully reading your friends’ Facebook updates about their awesome tropical vacations, don’t let them have all the fun! Good times are still to be had this…
To fully understand the crisis that is now under way in Syria, you have to go all the way back to 1946. During this time, Syria declared independence and they became a parliamentary republic but they also had a chaotic mess of a government. This government, within the span of 10 years, created four constitutions…
April 2 – National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day April 4 – Tell a Lie Day April 12 – Look up at the Sky Day April 13 – Blame Somebody Else Day April 15 – Rubber Eraser Day April 17 – National Cheeseball Day April 18 – International Jugglers Day…
Over the past decade or so, Calgary has blossomed into a major urban metropolis. The oil and gas industries are booming, the city is growing at a rapid rate, and pretty bridges and buildings are being put up! But every legacy has a beginning, and I think some people, especially the younger generation, forget about…
“It’s not fusion… it’s Alloy. Fusion is so last decade.” – Calgary Herald Tucked in between industrial buildings, industrial sites, quiet lush greens, shy from the public’s glare – all but a few minutes’ drive from the populous Chinook Mall – lies a neat, cozy restaurant that brings fused cultures to life. As one walks…
Last Saturday, I had the privilege to paint in the tallest art gallery of the west (and maybe even the world!) – our very own Calgary Tower. Twenty teams gathered in the lobby at 9 a.m., equipped with brushes, rollers, TimBits, and all rainbows of paints to fight for the top in the 10th annual Alberta…
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I discovered this video at a youth leadership summit last year, but I think it’s still relevant. Personally, it was a really powerful indicator that motivated me to share it with youth in my community. Check it out! (:
On a fateful Saturday – March 24, 2012 – I spontaneously found myself at the Peace Bridge opening ceremony. Just west of Prince’s Island Park, hundreds of Calgarians gathered around the bridge, anticipating the bridge’s official opening.
Lately, I feel like there hasn’t been really good witty or humorous entertainment flying around. Sure, Community started up again and Sherlock’s a great time killer; but I feel like there hasn’t been anything up to par with Hot Fuzz, Shawn of the Dead or Date Night (all excellent movies which I highly recommend). So…
So, I was feeling a touch nostalgic, and decided to compile a list of my favourite novels from my elementary years. Many of these, I would go back and read again today, and I encourage you all to do the same. Have a childhood favourite? Comment below. In no particular order, here goes: 1. Anne…