If you have been checking Youth Are Awesome out lately, I’m sure you’ve noticed the plethora of posts relating to Junior Achievement companies. In any case, I’m thinking that you have probably figured out that this post is going to be a shameless plug for yet another JA company – Clean Geek! I’ll spare you…
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There’s been a lot of buzz about Junior Achievement Companies lately. For those of you who haven’t heard, Junior Achievement is an organization which provides high school entrepreneurs with a chance to create their own company, and learn everything about a fully functioning business in a hands-on way. About the product: Tired of disposable heat-packs for gloves that must…
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In 2011, Youth Central had plenty of amazing volunteers contribute their time and talents to the community. Whether you helped out at Between Friends Camp for Children with Disabilities or Inn From the Cold, joined the Mayor’s Youth Council or blogged with Youth Are Awesome, whether you completed one volunteer hour or 628 – no…
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From working at a retail store and observing the various types of shoppers from these past one or two intense shopping months, I have conjured up five types of shoppers that can be found in grocery stores and the mall. 1. Bargain Shoppers These shoppers can be found in the ‘Clearance’ sections of stores, mainly…
DetailsSo it’s been a week since Winter Break started and I can feel the day of school resuming creeping up on me, and the pile of homework I’ve left untouched. And seriously, it’s 1:30 a.m. right now and I’m writing my blog… I even procrastinated for this. Someone should hit me over the head. I…
DetailsJust about the coolest video you will ever watch, it celebrates love in a creative way! A flashmob proposal to the Bruno Mar’s song “I Think I Want to Marry You.” It all goes down in a Disneyland Park, a couple just enjoying the speculation of a random flashmob until…
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For more than 50 years, Junior Achievement of Southern Alberta (JASA) has been engaging local business and community leaders in its mission to help students develop an entrepreneurial attitude, a solid and practical understanding of business and finance and a commitment to community. JASA reaches nearly 18,000 students annually with 1,000 dedicated business volunteers. Junior…
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So, how have songs scarred children? I’m pretty sure as a child, you’ve never really questioned those mandatory assemblies where you have to sing carols and whatnot.
DetailsRecently, I have noticed that a bit of pessimism has been festering around me. I’m a fairly idealistic person, and as such, I want to see a utopian society of sorts. That being said, it sometimes disheartens me to see people act in a manner that is less than commendable. I’ve been thinking recently, however,…
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1. Visit every continent in the world (even Antarctica). 2. Write a book. 3. Learn a second language. 4. Eventually find “the perfect guy”. 5. Road-trip all the way across Canada. 6. Spend a night in an ice hotel. 7.Meet Hugh Jackman. 8.Watch all 6 Star Wars films consecutively. 9. Complete a 10,000 piece puzzle. 10.…
DetailsSimon and Martina, Canadian English-teachers-turned-power-vloggers in South Korea, bring you the best of Kpop 2011: (oh, and don’t forget their Dragon-Dog, the Spudgy) To be quite honest, I was a little disappointed with this year’s video. For one thing, it had much less dancing than last year’s. But eatyourkimchi is forever ridiculous and bring a unique perspective…
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Well, the actual term is “Banana Gassing”. Why does a banana stay bright and firm in the supermarkets, but quickly becomes covered in brown spots in your living room? They’re gassed. By a professional! Bananas are shipped from foreign countries unripe and green to prevent bruising. During the shipping process, bananas must be refrigerated at…
DetailsJunior 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…
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So while looking for modern books about war, I came across this book. Judging from its description, this book seemed unique and interesting. But in no way did I expect to break my personal record and read an entire novel in under a day. Basically, Daisy is sent to England to visit her aunt and…
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Fireworks are a must when it comes to celebrating the new year. They light up the sky to symbolize a new and hopeful beginning. In case you missed them, no worries. Just scroll down the page and enjoy! Click on the photos for credits.
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