Teams, no matter in what shape, form or way, are the best way I know of to get your adrenaline rushing, whether you’re on your school’s newspaper crew, or on a basketball team, hockey, leadership, lacrosse (my personal favorite) or even newly-established Quidditch teams. It’s not just about a sport itself; when you join a team, you’ll…
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Pre-loved Prom dresses are finding new romance this season at the Calgary Public Library, where you can pick up a donated Grad dress and turn it into your own unique garment. The Village Square library branch is hosting a Prom Dress Extravaganza where youth ages 15-18 can get fashion advice, try on dresses and take…
Remember last year’s Churchill’s Got Talent at Sir Winston Churchill High School in Calgary? Well, this year the talent show is back again. This time the winner can get a chance to record a professional studio album and this one chance might change their whole life. There were many contestents and they were all pretty…
On Saturday and Sunday, the University of Calgary will be taken over by a yearly event – Model United Nations. This two day event – presented by the political science department of the University of Calgary- allows high school students the opportunity to simulate the workings of the United Nations. Participants are assigned a country…
“Imagine waking up every morning believing that your actions can make a significant change in the world.” I had the privilege of attending a keynote presentation made by the remarkable Craig Kielburger, an award-winning child rights activist. He inspired the University of Calgary students, staff, faculty and the community on how to take action and…
There are many libraries spread out across Calgary, and at each of them they offer numerous volunteer opportunities. I have been a part of a few of the libraries volunteer opportunities and was delighted by the time I spent volunteering with the children there. A couple of the programs the public library offers for the youth are…
Do you know what HUMAN RIGHTS ARE? Do you know what HUMAN RIGHTS YOU HAVE? Did you know that these HUMAN RIGHTS are NOT GUARANTEED for EVERYONE? It’s all about Voices for Rights at this year’s Global Youth Summit! Global Youth Summit is a youth driven initiative that combines great entertainment, interactive workshops, and an engaging keynote speaker – all to get youth inspired to…
Hello interweb! National Volunteer Week is coming up and it’s a great chance to take a look at the bigger picture about volunteers in Canada. Watch this awesome YouTube video that gives a deeper look into volunteerism in Canada. Did you know all the bloggers on Youth Are Awesome are volunteers and donate their time…
This coming Valentine’s Day, most people will be thinking of chocolates and flowers. For Josh Favel, however, Valentine’s Day will represent something much bigger. On Feb. 14, he will be turning 18. “I’m excited to vote,” says Josh. Exercising his democratic right will be a big highlight of turning 18 for this Student Council President.…
If you want to get some more insight on Youth Are Awesome, the volunteers that blog on it and Youth Central, check out this article in The Calgary Journal! The Calgary Journal is a local newspaper published by Mount Royal University Journalism students. They publish weekly on the internet and monthly in print. You can…
The City of Calgary has just launched a video contest for their after schools programming. Film a short video with your friends about Calgary AfterSchool and you could win great prizes; iPod touch 4th generation 32 GB, Calgary Flames tickets, Calgary Hitmen tickets, be a DJ at a Youth Night at Southland or Village Square Leisure…
Calling out to all high school students in Diefenbaker, Pearson, Churchill, and Western! This February-March, a picture taking marathon is taking place to raise awareness and money for Red Cross’s Child Advocacy and Rehabilitation Program in Liberia. The money raised will help rehabilitate child soldiers and orphans back into society. You can participate by picking…
Check out our BRAND NEW video for Youth Week Calgary, happening April 23 – May 1, 2011. [youtube gFTwGv5yzUo] What is Youth Week? Youth Week is based on an international initiative which acknowledges, celebrates and advocates youth empowerment, achievement and involvement throughout the year. From April 23 – May 1, 2011, Calgary communities, agencies and businesses…