Today, I would like to encourage everyone to volunteer and if you are unsure, this three-minute YouTube video explains it all. You don’t have to start something big every time, so start small and you will love it. Start today 🙂 To volunteer in Calgary, Youth Central is a great place to start. 🙂
These days, there’s no denying that smart phones are a part of our lives. It’s a huge part of our social system and the way we link to the world. However, there are some times where you need to put the phone down. Here are my social rules for using a smart phone. If you are on…
This was and still is the message from the Calgary Human Society. Just reminding everyone, it’s still summer. PLEASE don’t leave your dog in your car. It can get extremly hot in the vehicle EVEN with the windows open. We had seen some cases which babies have been left in the car and killed. If you…
An image used on Fort McMoney – Remember to Breath campaign (From Indiegogo) No, this is not an actual Travel Alberta Campaign. It’s a parody all about the Alberta Oil sands. You probably know, as Albertans, oil is the biggest thing in our economy. Travel Alberta’s real slogan is “Remember to breathe,” but with our tar sands and the pollution…
Hi everyone! I found this poster/ tip sheet on Calgary Humane Society’s Facebook page and wanted to share them with you! It’s all about keeping pets cool and safe in the summer heat. 1. Always have cool, fresh water available! 2. Supervise the pool at all times – It’s fun but safety is more important! 3.…
Got stressed out coz you worked day or just got too tired and want a break ? Here are two foods that could help you with it! 1. Bananas We all know mum always tells us to eat fruit – “EAT FRUIT!!!!! IT’S GOOD FOR YOU” (That’s mum) 🙂 So, why bananas? Sweet bananas can release stress in stomach, and because…
We all know animals are one big part of Stampede and it’s part of the history. If you want to know what happens behind the scene and how they got take care of. Click HERE – Q and A Calgary Stampede Videos about animal care? Go on to their YouTube Channel http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLE6I8IH5JtVDvmbtEkH1psco10lEVfmwI Why Launch the Animal…
Screen shot of the web – http://www.speakout.alberta.ca/ Are you age 13-18? Are you a student studying in Alberta? Are you a student who want to tell the government what YOU think about your education? This is for you! Speakout Alberta is an website with all kinds of different materials telling you what other students think about…
It’s so close to Stampede! The greatest outdoor show on earth is about to open their gates to welcome the world. Here are some pictures during of stampede ground during the flood, and they(CS staff) managed to clean much of the mess up in 10 days and welcome up on time! Â With all these…
Volunteering is a big part of our city, your involvement is really important. Looking for ways to help out with the flood clean-up efforts in Calgary? You can self-organize and lead a volunteer team to head down to one of Calgary’s affected communities. Go to www.calgary.ca for up to date information on affected areas. More of…
This was our Calgary Zoo during the flooding time the little Island in the middle of the river. During the flood, a lot of Calgarians offered their help — through various ways! And zoo staff had worked really hard to save those needing the most help —- The Animals. The Calgary Human Society opened their…
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gLBE5QAYXp8 We buy stuff everyday, no matter if it’s food, water, pen, pants, paper, paint, computer, shoes ……… Just A LOT of things, but wait a minute, do you ever realize where do they go after you trash it? or even what it takes to make some really simple stuff, like a pen! So, I…
I went to The Mayor’s Environment Expo on June 8th and came across a really special booth, and a great conversation with the organization founder – Carol W. Tracey. 1. How happy are your food? — Say NO to factory farming If I ask you “How happy are your meat(food)?” What will your answer be?…
Today I went to the Mayor’s Environment Expo, I learned a lot about how to be environment friendly and what we don’t usually know or talk about it. I would like to introduce you to some of the interesting facts and booth. 1. Did you know how long does different materials takes to decompost? Tin Can-…
 Marketplace Video – The dirt on hotels – Part 1 Marketplace Video – The dirt on hotels – Part 2 Did you know there is a great consumer show in Canada? – Marketplace It’s Summer! Do you have any plans to go some where around the globe? Or stay a night or two in…