Junior Achievement is an organization that allows a group of high school students to create their own company and sell a product while making 50 per cent of the proceeds go to a charity of the company’s choice. This year, our company is called iSpark and we sell a kit that helps with prolonging the…
Do you know what you want to be when you grow up? In today’s society, people don’t realize that there are constantly new jobs available. Everyone is under the assumption that they have to be a doctor, engineer or scientist. NO. There are plenty of other options where you can make money and have a…
Love to play games? Addicted to Facebook? Recently, on Facebook, a new game has been attracting several people across the globe. This game is called “WeTopia“, where you create your own village and help out your neighbors. However, the part that fascinates majority of gamers is the part where the “joy points” you collect throughout the…
The best part about living in Calgary is how many activities and opportunities there are for youth. However, a common problem is that there are a lot of us who don’t receive funding for our organizations or initiatives. Well… guess what? On Dec. 2, Calgary Arts Development Authority collected $825,000 to create arts programs in…
Are you tired of sitting at home in this winter season? Do you want to get out and start making a difference? Volunteer Calgary and Youth Central have found plenty of opportunities for people like YOU to go volunteer. You can volunteer at a homeless shelter, wrap presents for fundraising, volunteer for holiday events or…
How many of you are involved in arts and culture? And how many of you believe your involvement with the arts can change the world? Well, Michaelle Jean came to Calgary on Nov 17 to talk to youth who are involved in the arts. It was a great opportunity for Michaelle Jean to realize how…
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r0daM97RT0k&feature=related This video just shows you that we take everything for granted. We don’t realize it, but we are so fortunate to have working arms and legs. The next time you complain about your life, just stop and think about that. You’ll realize that you are one of the lucky humans on this earth. Enjoy…
Do you love to express your opinion? How about winning prizes? On Nov 30, 2011, express your opinion about democracy. Whether you can vote or you’ve been influenced by the election process, this is your time to share your thoughts. Democracy is known as the “voice of the people.” You are a person, and your…
Victoria Rose Viren is an inspiration to others. In this video, she proves to everyone that obstacles can turn into a life lesson. This truly shows that you can do anything if you put your mind to it! 🙂
Would the poor, Be in a better condition, Without Mother Theresa, Willing to open the less fortunate’s door? Would we have an airplane, If Orville and Wilbur Wright, Would rather stand in the rain, And believe in no term called flight. Would we have a kinder way, To readdress wrongs without Ghandi? Would…
When I first saw this video, it blew my mind. Students in Western Canada High School’s Arts Department take eight colors of spray paint and create a mural that is embedded with symbols and words. This just proves that people shouldn’t underestimate how talented youth are… we all have hidden talents, skills and passions. It’s up to…
Every day, Youth Are Awesome bloggers are posting on the three things they can do for Calgary as part of the City’s 3 Things project. My Three Things are: 1. Connect with your neighbors. They live beside you anyways. My family decided that we should connect with our neighbors. We have been living beside each…
Have you ever gone to any UCity parties? UCity holds the best parties of the year open to 15-17 year olds or high school students. If you like to make new friends, dance to the latest music and have the time of your life- come to UCity. This recent theme was “glow in the dark” therefore…
I’m sure all you have a dream. A dream of changing the world, a dream of becoming famous, a dream that you will never give up on. This is my dream. I love to write poems and songs. Here is a poem that explains my dream. It’s an example of our society- our youth, our…
Free the Children is a program that advocates for children living in poverty. It was created by Craig Kielburger when he was 12 years old. The program holds an event every year in Toronto and Vancouver that raises money for children living in poverty in third world countries. Here is an inspirational video of Nelly…