Feeling artsy? Calling all aspiring artists and passionate doodlers, the Mayor’s Youth Council wants to see what makes Calgary your home. You can show us with pencils, paints, in color or in black and white, we just want to see your artistic expression. We also want to know what your art means to you, so…
Whether you’re a self-proclaimed tree-hugger or just looking to try something new – come down to Green Youth Gathering 2013! WHO: For Calgary youth, run by Youth Central’s TD Earth Ambassadors! Get inspired by youth social entrepreneurs from SimplySolar, get involved with the Nature Conservancy, and get dirty with the Calgary Horticultural Society (hurhurhur). WHAT: a beautiful…
Everyday superheros don’t wear capes or spandex, but they still manage to save the day – be it from cancer, boredom, or pollution. We all have those people in our lives who are so passionate and amazing at what they do – that someone should really give them an award! (Or maybe that person is…
Nothing speaks to Calgary culture more than the good ‘ol Calgary Tower. Alternatively named “The Husky Tower,” it was in fact, the tallest tower in Calgary for a grand total of 15 years. Here’s my capture of it, right outside the Youth Central office building. If you look closely, you can see the flame burning.
Is the pen your weapon of choice? Would you like your world of literary creations… rewritten? Have a flair for the extrodinaire? In other words (no pun intended), if you are a youth who is passionate about writing, the Write Now conference is for you. On March 24, the Calgary Public Library will be hosting a fun…
So you may or may not have heard, but it’s time to start submitting your nominations for the 2012 ConocoPhillips Youth of Distinction Awards (YODA). The goal is to nominate Calgary’s remarkable youth for their extraordinary achievements, passion and dedication to the community. Watch this video for exciting details: [youtube dTfLatWuaq0] Every year we receive piles…
Six months from now, Calgary might just experience the best Youth Week its ever had. Why? Because planning has already began with the five Youth Week ambassadors. Our very own Youth Are Awesome Steering Committee as well as the Mayor’s Youth Council are collaborating on this event to make it truly spectacular. That means over…