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…
In my last post I promised to explain my extended absence from the blog, and I intend to keep that promise. Simply put, I have been busy doing applications: for universities, scholarships, bursaries, internships, you name it. I have been swamped by applications of all kinds and of all types. Now, with all the accumulated…
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…
I know tons of people who do not have an iron resort to using their straightener to “de-wrinkle” their clothes. And although this may seem weird and outrageous of sorts, we should keep in mind that a straightener is also called a flat iron, and that some girls actually use a real iron to straighten…
Being in Grade 12, I am constantly pondering my future. I’m at a crossroads in my life, with so much freedom but with so many consequent choices. I look to my family and friends for guidance, but ultimately it’s up to me. What do I know for sure? I want to do something I love. My career…
In the next few weeks, I will be covering a selection of universities across Canada. By doing this, I hope to help some of you readers that are undecided about university applications. The first university to be featured is Acadia University. It is a mostly undergraduate-based university with 3,000 students and 211 full time instructors.…
This woman has no arms, but rather than complain about it, she learned to do everything with her feet. She’s truly inspiring. My New Years Resolution was to stop complaining, and it’s people like Barb that remind you why it’s so much more powerful to do something to overcome your limitations that it is to…
[youtube M4-veeEWHJs] Do you know someone who is making a positive impact in the community? Nominate them for a ConocoPhillips Youth of Distinction Award (YODA)! The ConocoPhillips Youth of Distinction Awards are non-academic and consist of 6 categories and 7 awards: Volunteerism, Advocacy, Environmentalism: Individual and Group, Peer Support, Perseverance and Leadership. Advocate Award (Formerly the…
With graduation coming up for a lot of us, I know tons of girls and guys who are super anxious in growing out their hair. There are many different methods and tricks here and there that can help stimulate the growth. Whether you are recovering from a bad haircut or just want longer hair, then…
On Jan. 15, the Town of Chestermere hosted their annual Winter Festival. The festival was hosted inside of the Chestermere Rec Centre, with many activities taking place across the street, by the lake and at Anniversary Park. The festival kicked off early in the morning with a free pancake breakfast. There were many delicious choices…
Valentine’s Day is coming soon! I was looking for a make-up tutorial to improve my make-up skills, since I never have done it before, and I found really good tutorial which is very suitable for this period of time. Enjoy watching this video and find the best make-up for yourself and be ready for your…
I have always been a huge fan of the Cactus Club cafe, so I was really excited when YAA gave me a $50 gift certificate to spend at their restaurant. When you first walk into the restaurant it’s a bit of a change. The inside is quite dark but candles and lights make up for…
Inn from the Cold is a great place that provides shelter from the cold, offering a haven for the vulnerable homeless population in Calgary. The shelter features a large kitchen, an expansive family room, a playroom and semi-private rooms for guests and laundry facilities. At Inn from the Cold, they offer safe habitation to seniors…