Calgary Archives - Youth Are Awesome https://youthareawesome.com/tag/calgary/ Tue, 01 Jul 2025 04:14:40 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 Meaning Behind the Assyrian Lamassu https://youthareawesome.com/meaning-behind-the-assyrian-lamassu/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=meaning-behind-the-assyrian-lamassu https://youthareawesome.com/meaning-behind-the-assyrian-lamassu/#respond Tue, 01 Jul 2025 04:14:40 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=117328 What Are The Lamassu? The Lamassu are ancient deities of Assyrian culture that are depicted as giant winged bulls; these were extremely prevalent in the Assyrian Empire. The creature had the combined body of a bull, wings of an eagle, and the head of a human. The symbolism for these different body parts are as […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/meaning-behind-the-assyrian-lamassu/feed/ 0 Supporting Small Businesses: 5 Calgary Companies to Check Out! https://youthareawesome.com/supporting-small-businesses-5-calgary-companies-to-check-out/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=supporting-small-businesses-5-calgary-companies-to-check-out https://youthareawesome.com/supporting-small-businesses-5-calgary-companies-to-check-out/#respond Tue, 24 Jun 2025 19:19:17 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=117202 Calgary’s small businesses are vital for the development of our city. So many unique amd niche businesses can be found in the streets of downtown, selling homemade candles, pastries, socks, and more. As a thank-you for all the hard work that goes into each and every one of these small businesses, I compiled a list […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/supporting-small-businesses-5-calgary-companies-to-check-out/feed/ 0 Jeremy Lin: A Look Into His Short-Term Prime and Everlasting Legacy https://youthareawesome.com/jeremy-lin-a-look-into-his-short-term-prime-and-everlasting-legacy/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=jeremy-lin-a-look-into-his-short-term-prime-and-everlasting-legacy https://youthareawesome.com/jeremy-lin-a-look-into-his-short-term-prime-and-everlasting-legacy/#respond Sun, 22 Jun 2025 20:34:06 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=117212   First Of All, Who Is Jeremy Lin? Jeremy Lin is a professional basketball player who came from Taiwanese and American descent. He was born on August 23rd of 1988 in California. His basketball career started in high school, where he consolidated himself as one of the best players on his junior varsity AND senior […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/jeremy-lin-a-look-into-his-short-term-prime-and-everlasting-legacy/feed/ 0 Careers in Calgary: A Conversation with Jasmin Ivaturi https://youthareawesome.com/careers-in-calgary-a-conversation-with-jasmin-ivaturi/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=careers-in-calgary-a-conversation-with-jasmin-ivaturi Mon, 09 Jun 2025 15:53:15 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=117110 This article is written by Shreya, a member of the 2024-25 Mayor’s Youth Council. Shreya is part of the Careers and Opportunities committee, who wanted to highlight different career opportunities for youth.  Improving HR from the Inside: An Interview with Jasmin Ivaturi Human Resources might not be the first field that comes to mind when […]

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]]> Careers in Calgary: A conversation with Carlos Carvajal, Cost Controller in Oil & Gas projects https://youthareawesome.com/careers-in-calgary-a-conversation-with-carlos-carvajal-cost-controller-in-oil-gas-projects/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=careers-in-calgary-a-conversation-with-carlos-carvajal-cost-controller-in-oil-gas-projects Thu, 05 Jun 2025 14:19:58 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=117108 This article is written by Bella, a member of the 2024-25 Mayor’s Youth Council. Bella is part of the Careers and Opportunities committee, who wanted to highlight different career opportunities for youth.  What do robots, construction sites, and oil rigs have in common? They’re all a part of Carlos’s workday. Believe it or not, his […]

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]]> The Rise and Fall Of Skylanders: Explained https://youthareawesome.com/the-rise-and-fall-of-skylanders-explained/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-rise-and-fall-of-skylanders-explained Fri, 30 May 2025 22:56:21 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=116961 Introduction: For those of you who haven’t heard of the name Skylanders before, or have been hit with a wave of nostalgia upon hearing the name, let me break it down for you. Skylanders is an character playable action game, that was developed by Toys for Bob and is owned by Activision. The game encompasses […]

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]]> Careers in Calgary: A Conversation with Patricia Jones, President and CEO of the Calgary Homeless Foundation https://youthareawesome.com/careers-in-calgary-a-conversation-with-patricia-jones-president-and-ceo-of-the-calgary-homeless-foundation/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=careers-in-calgary-a-conversation-with-patricia-jones-president-and-ceo-of-the-calgary-homeless-foundation Thu, 29 May 2025 20:31:20 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=116948 This article is written by Tess, a member of the 2024-25 Mayor’s Youth Council. Tess is part of the Careers and Opportunities committee, who wanted to highlight different career opportunities for youth.  If you want to have a successful, lucrative, career you must be one of the following: doctor, engineer, business person… right? This is […]

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]]> Aztec Technology We Use Today! https://youthareawesome.com/aztec-technology-we-use-today/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=aztec-technology-we-use-today Tue, 20 May 2025 00:49:33 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=116799 When we think of the Aztecs, images of grand temples, feathered warriors, and gold artifacts usually come to mind. But beyond the myths and drama of conquest, the Aztecs were remarkably advanced engineers and innovators. In fact, some of their technologies and ideas continue to influence our daily lives today—often in ways we don’t even […]

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]]> What Are Plyometrics? How Can It Improve Your Athletic Performance https://youthareawesome.com/what-are-plyometrics-how-can-it-improve-your-athletic-performance/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-are-plyometrics-how-can-it-improve-your-athletic-performance Sun, 18 May 2025 04:01:55 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=116708 Plyometrics, also known as explosive training or “plyos”, are exercises that focus on increasing speed and agility through high intensity motions and movements. Plyometrics focus on fast and explosive actions that utilize fast twitch muscle fibers to develop a sturdier foundation for athletic performance and speed.   What Do They Consist Of? Specifically, plyometric exercises […]

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]]> First Time Volunteering? Here’s What No One Tells You https://youthareawesome.com/first-time-volunteering-heres-what-no-one-tells-you/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=first-time-volunteering-heres-what-no-one-tells-you https://youthareawesome.com/first-time-volunteering-heres-what-no-one-tells-you/#comments Wed, 14 May 2025 15:26:35 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=116844 Volunteering is often known as a rewarding and fulfilling experience, but for those new to it, it can feel pretty intimidating. Signing up is the easy part, but actually showing up? That’s where most people feel the most anxious. My first time volunteering was nerve-wracking, but I ended up learning so much along the way. […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/first-time-volunteering-heres-what-no-one-tells-you/feed/ 1 Mental Health Week 2025: The Power of Community https://youthareawesome.com/mental-health-week-2025-the-power-of-community/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mental-health-week-2025-the-power-of-community Wed, 30 Apr 2025 00:18:27 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=116737 Every year, Mental Health Week gives us space to pause, reflect, and reconnect—with ourselves and with others.  It takes place from May 12- 18 this year, and the theme is simple yet profound: Community This theme invites us to think about where we belong, who we lean on, and how we support one another in […]

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]]> Understanding the Mandela Effect: Definition and Three Common Examples https://youthareawesome.com/understanding-the-mandela-effect-definition-and-three-common-examples/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=understanding-the-mandela-effect-definition-and-three-common-examples Thu, 17 Apr 2025 00:23:42 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=116484     What is the Mandela Effect? The Mandela Effect is a phenomenom in which a large number of people remember a certain fact, or event differently than what it actually is. They are usually details that a wide variety of people agree with, but is in reality, not factually correct. Why is it named […]

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]]> Interview With Calgary’s Music Scene https://youthareawesome.com/interview-with-calgarys-music-scene/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=interview-with-calgarys-music-scene Wed, 16 Apr 2025 04:40:53 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=116325 On March 27, I had the pleasure of interviewing Gabrielle Cadiang. She is currently pursuing a combined degree at the University of Calgary, studying both political science and communications media studies. Being an avid music lover and contributor to Calgary’s local music scene, she has also been named as one of Calgary’s top 20 under […]

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]]> Why Are Pokemon TCG Prices Skyrocketing? The Main Factors Explained https://youthareawesome.com/why-are-pokemon-tcg-prices-skyrocketing-the-main-factors-explained/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=why-are-pokemon-tcg-prices-skyrocketing-the-main-factors-explained Fri, 11 Apr 2025 14:11:52 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=116119 First Of All, What Is Pokemon TCG? Pokemon TCG (Trading Card Game) is a card game based on the “Pokemon” Franchise, developed by Satoshi Tajiri. The first set of the Pokemon TCG was released in Japan on October 20, 1996, featuring many fan-favourite Pokemon such as Venasaur, Blastoise, and Charizard. What Gives These Cards Their […]

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]]> What does a new government mean for Calgarians? https://youthareawesome.com/what-does-a-new-government-mean-for-calgarians/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-does-a-new-government-mean-for-calgarians Mon, 24 Mar 2025 18:34:44 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=115999 Canada has a new Prime Minister. Justin Trudeau, who announced his decision to step aside on Jan. 6, 2025, lost his job as Leader of the Liberal Party on March 9, 2025 to Mark Carney, former Governor of the Bank of England and the Bank of Canada, and U.N. Envoy for Climate Change. Carney easily […]

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]]> The Myth of Hades and Persephone Explained https://youthareawesome.com/the-myth-of-hades-and-persephone-explained/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-myth-of-hades-and-persephone-explained Thu, 20 Mar 2025 23:04:51 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=115907 *Keep in Mind! There are multiple variations of this myth. However, the version I will be talking about is the relatively more popular one. What is the Myth of Hades and Persephone? The Myth of Hades and Persephone is a famous Greek story that explains how the cycle of seasons came to be, as well […]

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]]> Celebrating Holi in 2025: The Inside Scoop https://youthareawesome.com/celebrating-holi-in-2025-the-inside-scoop/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=celebrating-holi-in-2025-the-inside-scoop https://youthareawesome.com/celebrating-holi-in-2025-the-inside-scoop/#comments Wed, 26 Feb 2025 01:22:04 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=115659   Holi is one of the most vibrant festivals in the world. With roots in the Indian subcontinent, it has been coined as the “Festival of Colours.” During this holiday, families and friends come together to celebrate themes like love, life, and the arrival of spring. It will be celebrated this year on March 14th, […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/celebrating-holi-in-2025-the-inside-scoop/feed/ 2 Easter Island: The True Meaning Behind The Moai https://youthareawesome.com/easter-island-the-true-meaning-behind-the-moai/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=easter-island-the-true-meaning-behind-the-moai Mon, 24 Feb 2025 04:24:36 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=115625     First Of All, What Is Easter Island? Easter Island, or known as Rapa Nui, is a territory of Chile and is located in the southeastern area of the Pacific Ocean. This island is famed for its hundreds of rocky statues, called Moai. The island was originally inhabited by the Rapa Nui people, indigenous […]

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]]> Recognizing the Importance Of Family Day: Three Ways to Celebrate It https://youthareawesome.com/recognizing-the-importance-of-family-day-three-ways-to-celebrate-it/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=recognizing-the-importance-of-family-day-three-ways-to-celebrate-it Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:57:05 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=115416 First of all, what is Family Day? Family Day was a day created to emphasize the importance of family and give people a break to allow them to spend quality time with their family. It was created in Alberta, Canada by Premier Don Getty 1990. Due to charges placed on his son for posessing drugs, […]

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]]> Not-So-Hidden Gems of Calgary: Places to Bring Friends Pt. 2 https://youthareawesome.com/not-so-hidden-gems-of-calgary-places-to-bring-friends-pt-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=not-so-hidden-gems-of-calgary-places-to-bring-friends-pt-2 Wed, 05 Feb 2025 23:08:40 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=115211 There’s a lot more to being a youth than meets the eye; we have the time, energy, freedom, and physical capability to participate in fun activities with friends in our free time. So why are so many of us spending it on our phones? Instead of continuing to doomscroll, visit some more of these spots […]

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]]> Calgary’s Not-So-Hidden Gems: 6 Fun Places to Visit With Friends https://youthareawesome.com/calgarys-not-so-hidden-gems-6-fun-places-to-visit-with-friends/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=calgarys-not-so-hidden-gems-6-fun-places-to-visit-with-friends https://youthareawesome.com/calgarys-not-so-hidden-gems-6-fun-places-to-visit-with-friends/#comments Sat, 01 Feb 2025 06:46:02 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=115099 Calgary is littered with niche spots and cool places that don’t seem to get a lot of recognition within youth friend groups. These popular places are frequented by many Calgarians, but some youth just aren’t aware of them. For those of you planning for an outing with your friends, or if you’re looking for a […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/calgarys-not-so-hidden-gems-6-fun-places-to-visit-with-friends/feed/ 2 Three Ways To Maximise Productivity Throughout Your Day-To-Day Life https://youthareawesome.com/three-ways-to-maximise-productivity-throughout-your-day-to-day-life/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=three-ways-to-maximise-productivity-throughout-your-day-to-day-life Wed, 29 Jan 2025 01:28:42 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=115064 Introduction: In a contemporary and fast-paced society like ours, it isn’t enough to call being productive working hard, it’s also to prioritise working smarter. Productivity is relevant throughout our lives and helps us through many tasks, whether it be something little like doing your homework as a student, or something big such as investing in […]

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]]> Nintendo Switch 2: What You Need To Know About It https://youthareawesome.com/nintendo-switch-2-what-you-need-to-know-about-it/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=nintendo-switch-2-what-you-need-to-know-about-it Wed, 22 Jan 2025 06:32:24 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=114878 Introduction: The Nintendo Switch gaming console has without a doubt revolutionized the world of gaming, in which it combines as a home console and a portable gaming device. The Switch was one of the greatest investments in Nintendo history because since its release date in March 2017, it has amassed a global sale of 130 […]

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]]> The Ultimate University Guide: How to navigate life at UBC Vancouver and U of Calgary https://youthareawesome.com/the-ultimate-university-guide-how-to-navigate-life-at-ubc-vancouver-and-u-of-calgary/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-ultimate-university-guide-how-to-navigate-life-at-ubc-vancouver-and-u-of-calgary Tue, 14 Jan 2025 21:25:49 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=114675 As the end of Grade 11 fastly approaches for me, I’ve found myself daydreaming about the future and wondering what awaits me and my peers as we embark on our journeys, whether it’s gaining further education by staying in the province or venturing across the country to study our passions, or even taking a gap […]

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]]> New 7 Wonders Of The World: Christ The Redeemer https://youthareawesome.com/new-7-wonders-of-the-world-christ-the-redeemer/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=new-7-wonders-of-the-world-christ-the-redeemer Wed, 18 Dec 2024 01:38:45 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=114267   Difference Between Old Wonder of World vs New: The old Wonders of the World were typically constructed during the ancient Mediterranean and served the purpose of showcasing the architecture and style during that period of time. However, considering the fact that most of the Wonders are damaged beyond restoration and don’t accurately represent modern […]

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]]> Is Public Transit Truly Safe for Youth? https://youthareawesome.com/is-public-transit-truly-safe-for-youth/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=is-public-transit-truly-safe-for-youth Wed, 11 Dec 2024 00:08:19 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=114127   Public transit is a vital method of transport for Calgarians. The fare is relatively affordable (although adult tickets may be getting more expensive) and transit stops are widely spread throughout the city. Students have been using these services frequently to get to school and other locations throughout the city. Safety has been a matter […]

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]]> How To Study Smarter, Not Harder: The Best Study Method For Each Subject https://youthareawesome.com/how-to-study-smarter-not-harder-the-best-study-methods-for-each-subject/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-study-smarter-not-harder-the-best-study-methods-for-each-subject https://youthareawesome.com/how-to-study-smarter-not-harder-the-best-study-methods-for-each-subject/#comments Sun, 01 Dec 2024 02:57:11 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=113847 With midterms coming up, these next few weeks are crunch time for high school students all over Calgary. As exam season approaches, it is important to get into the habit of mindful studying, and recognizing that whichever study methods you use is much more important than how long you study for. As a high school […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/how-to-study-smarter-not-harder-the-best-study-methods-for-each-subject/feed/ 4 Fighting Food Insecurity: How Youth Can Make a Difference in Hunger Relief Efforts https://youthareawesome.com/fighting-food-insecurity-how-youth-can-make-a-difference-in-hunger-relief-efforts/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=fighting-food-insecurity-how-youth-can-make-a-difference-in-hunger-relief-efforts Fri, 29 Nov 2024 22:42:32 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=113526 Out of the many problems facing us today, one of the most significant is food insecurity. This is a pressing issue that affects millions of families and individuals worldwide, including many here in Calgary. Fortunately, young advocates are stepping up to create change by playing an essential role in raising awareness. Here’s how youth can […]

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]]> Three Inspiring TED Talks With Great Takeaways https://youthareawesome.com/three-inspiring-ted-talks-with-great-takeaways/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=three-inspiring-ted-talks-with-great-takeaways Wed, 20 Nov 2024 20:57:25 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=113623 Introduction: TED Talks have gradually become a great source of inspiration, giving us insight onto topics or ideas that affect us regularly. These stories are usually told by experts in their area who reflect on their own experiences to present their perspective on a topic to us. In this blog, I have compiled three TED […]

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]]> The Calgary Public Library: A Sanctuary for Youth https://youthareawesome.com/the-calgary-public-library-a-sanctuary-for-youth/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-calgary-public-library-a-sanctuary-for-youth https://youthareawesome.com/the-calgary-public-library-a-sanctuary-for-youth/#comments Thu, 14 Nov 2024 17:54:12 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=113572 Books, digital books, audiobooks, CD’s, printing services, instrument rentals, and magazines are just a few of the many items the Calgary Public Library has to offer, and most of them are free for the public to use. In today’s economy, even knowledge comes with a hefty price tag. The Calgary Public Library (CPL) attempts to […]

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