Petrel Liu started a club in her school called Leaders of Change; they volunteer as a group every month. I interviewed her this month to learn more about some of the amazing work she does for our community. What inspires you to volunteer? This summer, I signed up to volunteer with the Mustard Seed…
The ConocoPhillips Youth of Distinction Awards (YODA) committee received over 270 nominations this year! Schools across the city participated in an annual competition called Race to Nominate where the top three schools that nominated the most students will win cash prizes. Here are the winners for 2014: Discovering Choices, $1,000: 110 nominations Crescent Heights, $750:…
If you haven’t already watched this fantastic YouTube video, you are missing out on one of the most popular Christmas videos this year. WestJet impacted many passengers by allowing them to wish for anything for Christmas from Santa. Once they asked Santa for their present, the WestJet staff shopped quickly for the gifts at Best…
Are you passionate about changing the world? Did you know that there are grants available to small, non-profit organizations? This year, National Bank sponsored 104 non-profits by donating a total of $1 million. The One for Youth Project ensures that the funds are going to programs that improve the lives of youth. The National Bank…
Do you enjoying giving happiness? Even the smallest things in life can truly make a difference. This summer, I was fortunate to be one of the three teens chosen to take part in Coca Cola’s Open Happiness Project. They allowed my organization, Children’s Birthday Miracles, to celebrate our biggest birthday party! Coca Cola rented all…
This Summer, Coca-Cola will be launching the “Open Happiness Project” where they share inspiring stories of citizens across Canada. Are you excited? We get to hear from a variety of people who are passionate about changing the world. This is a breaking point for Coca-Cola Canada where they can share the stories of these inspiring…
Hey everyone! Do you need more motivation to finish your homework? Are you free tonight to listen to inspirational speakers across the city? Well PechaKucha Night #16 is today at the Theatre Junction GRAND. The event is for FREE because your $10 becomes an Invest YYC gift card. The best part is you’ll get a…
Believe or not, no matter what age, size or ethnicity you are, you can change the world. With anything in life, there are complications that come your way. Today I will explore the challenges that might come up when starting up your own organization. Firstly, my name is Sheliza Kassam and I am only 16…
Hi everyone. In my spare time, I decided to write a poem about the thoughts that run through my head during these cold winter days! Essentially, all I can think about are the homeless people that wander around our city looking for a warm and cozy place to live… something we take for granted. Today,…
On March 8th 2013 at Mount Royal University, the World of Choices event will be taken place for all girls who are interested in learning more about the occupation of their choice! This means that if you’re interested in Medicine, Law, Agriculture, Business, Finance and many more. You can meet women who are expertise in…
How many of you absolutely LOVE birthday parties? I can definitely relate. The part that is truly devastating about birthday parties is that a) not everyone can be invited and b) some people can’t afford to have one. Children’s Birthday Miracles is an organization that gives less fortunate children living at Inn from the Cold, a…
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nbRhuZLDvs Hello engaged youth! Do you ever wish you could be in charge of this city? That’s right, the wish to have your fancy ideas be implemented in the city of Calgary. Well now is your chance. Madeline Gustavson, a grade nine student was chosen last year as the Mayor for a Day. She…
Thanks to Kids Up Front for donating two tickets for my friend and I to attend the Nelly Furtado concert at the Jubilee. It was truly a magnificent event as it showcased three major artists: Jessica Tyler from Degrassi, Dylan Murray and of course, Nelly Furtado. Jessica Tyler, the girl who plays Jenna Middleton in…
Here are ten things you can do in the new year that will help make an impact in the world! 1. Blogging– You can become a blogger on youthareawesome.com. This is a great way to promote events, share your thoughts and to allow your voice to be heard! 2. Promote & Take Action on your…
A man named Alex decided to fulfill his last wish right before he passed away. St. John Hospice Walk With Me Program allowed Alex to enjoy his last few moments on this earth. Osteosarcoma, a pediatric bone cancer, spread throughout Alex’s body and soon it became clear that he would no longer survive. However, keeping…