Neat Ways to Wrap Your Presents

It’s the beginning of December, and it might seem too early to buy presents for the holidays…but it is better to buy early than wait until the last minute. You have time to find a good gift for someone (and your Secret Santa), are not in a rush to resort to a generic gift, and…

To sell or to give?

I know, you’ve already read a ton of blog posts regarding giving and whatnot during the holiday season. But can you blame us? It’s Calgary, and there are just tons of opportunities to help people! I was just browsing through Kijiji recently and I thought to myself; boy, a lot of these things aren’t worth…

Volunteer this holiday season

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…

Christmas in a Shoebox

Most of you have probably heard of the Samaritan’s Purse: Operation Christmas Child project. Essentially, you fill a shoe box with necessities like school supplies, hygiene items, and toys for children around the world who may not have the opportunity to afford or experience Christmas. Although the National Collection week (November 21-27) is over, you…

My first time giving blood

A few weeks ago, I turned 17. This might not be a huge deal to some, but I was ecstatic. Turning 17 meant coming of age… to give blood! According to the Canadian Blood Services, one in every two people will either need blood or know someone who will. As they put it, “Wouldn’t you…