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This Community Service Learning Project from the Broadcast Media Studies students features organizations and people making a positive impact in the community.

Thank you to all the community partners who participated in these stories.

Prairie Girls Gala: The love and support of rural communities

Nestled in the County of Newell is a non-profit organization founded in 2013 known as the Prairie Chicks Committee. Each year, this group of ladies have helped their communities by raising money for certain charities and funds, and hosting events throughout the county. Supporting communities such as Brooks, Duchess, Pa...

The HEROS of Hockey

HEROS hockey is a charity led program that creates a sense of community and life skills through the power of hockey for youth in need of mentoring. The All Stars is a program for youth, grade eight and up, they provide children with teaching of hockey, hockey gear, transportation, snacks and off ice support all for f...

Calgary charity organizes through social media

A group of good Samaritans living in the Calgary area have taken it upon themselves to work together to help the city's food-insecure population. An effort they've largely achieved by organizing themselves over Facebook. The Calgary Helping Homeless Society (YYCHH) has been working together with charitable businesses ...

Sergeant J. Brady: Balancing Service and Sacrifice

Being a police officer is more than a job; it's a commitment to serve and protect the community. Every day, officers face unique challenges, making the profession both rewarding and demanding. Background of police work Sergeant J. Brady discusses police work and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. They play a...

Navigating the future of AI in the tourism industries

Peter Pilarski founded the Tourism AI Network, focusing primarily on the tourism industry. He partners today with some of the leading tourism non-profit organizations across North America and rolls out AI-driven services and solutions to integrate artificial intelligence into the systems and processes of these organiza...

Celebrating culture and empowering youth: The Sankofa Foundation of Canada

The foundation Founded by the passionate and visionary Marion Ashton, the Sankofa Foundation of Canada is making waves in Calgary's non-profit landscape. Rooted in the Akan tradition of Ghana, "Sankofa" means "go back and fetch," symbolizing the importance of learning from the past to build a strong...

Community Miles: Strides running club supporting runners every step of the way

Want to get the weekend started with some morning miles; Strides Running Club is the perfect way to get a Saturday run completed alongside fellow runners. Located in Marda Loop, Strides Running Store is the home of their Strides Run Club and their community of happy runners. No experience required Strides Running Club ...

Fostering animals with Rescue Friends Animal Foundation

About Rescue Friends Animal Foundation specializes in fostering animals such as dogs, cats, and other animals, such as an occasional guinea pig. When other shelters are too full or other rescues need assistance to place foster pets, Rescue Friends helps out. Occasionally, Rescue Friends take surrenders from either spay...

Skipping Stone creates space for Alberta's trans community

Transgender Calgarians need a safe place to seek support. Skipping Stone Calgary is that place. It offers resources to trans and gender-diverse individuals and their families/caregivers. According to the most recent Canadian census in 2021, 59,460 Canadians identified themselves as transgender, and 41,355 identified a...

The isolating walk of men's mental health.

Warning: This article mentions and discusses suicide, depression and general mental health. If you or someone you love is experiencing a mental health emergency, Canada's suicide hotline is available by dialing 988. It can be difficult to realize a friend or loved one is struggling, and it can be easy to miss the ...

Joggin for a Noggin: a run for a good cause

No child wants to undergo neurosurgery. But for the kids at the Alberta Children's Hospital, there is an event that makes it a little easier. Joggin for a Noggin is a Halloween-themed fun run that raises funds to send neurosurgery kids from the Alberta Children's Hospital to summer camp. Founder of the organization an...

The right art in the right places

To many, art galleries are often seen as homes for snobbery; rooms filled with uptight critics, painstakingly over-analyzing minute details of bananas taped to walls or debating the implications of Piss Christ (a personal favourite). But while art is typically associated with such drabness, the hardworking people of Cr...

Residence Activities Council: Building community one event at a time

Karaoke events, bingo games, and movie nights! These are just a few of the activities put on by Mount Royal University's Residence Activities Council. Whether it's trying your luck with a bingo card or settling in for a cozy movie night, the RAC's events offer residents the chance to unwind, connect, and create lasting...

S.O.S Congo: Empowering youth on their path to leadership

"Eclectic, vibrant, and rooted" are three words used by the President of S.O.S Congo, Ike Kenzo, a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering Congolese youth. Youth Programs such as their mentoring program, basketball program, coding program and business classes are at the heart of SOS Congo's commitmen...

Fostering diversity and acceptance through SAMRU's Pride Centre

Queer perspectives and lives are often overlooked in modern society, if not ignored completely. Despite the overwhelming acceptance and growing number of queer allies as queer issues gain more traction in mainstream media, bigoted and hateful perspectives seem to arise just as fast, with Statistics Canada reporting a 6...

Magic on the water: how a group of witches are making a difference

Not often do you see people paddleboarding on the cold waters of late October in Alberta-the last sight you would expect to see is 48 witches paddleboarding on the icy waters of late fall. The witches of Carburn Park On October 26th, 48 witches were seen paddling across the waters at Carburn Park. People passing by sto...

WellSpring Alberta

Cancer support WellSpring Alberta Cancer Support is a non-profit organization that aims to make living life with cancer easier and more enjoyable. The program director at WellSpring Alberta Niki Fehr, said, "All programs are for anybody living with any type of cancer and caregivers who can take the program on thei...

No stress for itchy pets

Calgary is lucky to be home to PetDerm, a leading veterinary dermatology and internal medicine clinic that addresses a crucial field in animal healthcare. PetDerm, owned by Dr. Becky Valentine (DVM, DACVD), specializes in dermatological and internal medical issues for pets. PetDerm has quickly become a trusted resource...

Wild Rabbit Vintage: building community through sustainable fashion and local stories

Fast fashion has become a behemoth in the fashion industry. In such a fast-paced world, trends are ever-changing, and the fashion world does its best to keep up. Fast fashion is the cause of severe environmental impacts, it relies on child and forced labour in poor working conditions. Big-name brands cause overconsumpt...

Tree Canada presents: National Tree Day

Tree Canada is a non-profit organization concentrating on planting and caring for trees throughout various areas in Canada. By practicing tree planting and sustainable forestry, Tree Canada aims to increase environmental health, support green spaces, and fight climate change through its reforestation and community gre...

Keeping others warm: knitting for a good cause

It's a cold day in the middle of a Calgary winter and you forgot your warm, cozy gloves and you can't afford to buy a new pair. Unfortunately many people do not have these items readily available in their everyday life. Yarn Twisters initiative Lisa Overby and Michelle Hemmaway, owners of Yarn Twister, a locally owned ...

The Climbing Community of Mount Royal University

Mount Royal University's rock-climbing wall is a fun place to work out, but it's also an amazing place to meet new people that share a similar hobby. Rock climbing is a sport that is usually better with friends, so it is no surprise that going to the rock wall is a great place to meet new people at the university. For ...

Empower the youth through cycling.

Riding a bike is more than just a way to get to school; it can be a step toward independence and a healthier life. Youth en Route is a Calgary Non-profit looking to change the lives of youth. They want to go beyond just getting kids from point A to point B on two wheels; they want to help youth gain independence and co...

Elevate Auctions: How a small family business in Calgary was founded to support local charities

From Kids Cancer Care, to the Hitmen Hockey Club, Elevate Auctions has been supporting local Calgary charities since 2009. As a small family owned business, Elevate was founded to provide a fun and unique service to charitable organisations that at the time, did not exist. Nowadays, many Calgary charities say that Elev...

Samah Elalaoui-Making Math Accessible for All

A tutor who understands the struggle For Samah Elalaoui, math was always her strongest subject, despite her academic struggles. Growing up, she often needed tutors for other subjects, but financial constraints meant she had limited access to support. Remembering the frustration of going without the help she needed, Ela...

First Street Market: fostering a diverse local community

Hidden in the heart of Calgary is a unique and diverse food hall, known as First Street Market. This restaurant has been up and running since 2019 and it hosts 10 different individual kitchens, each with their own distinctive flavor. The goal of First Street Market is to not only serve up delicious food and drinks, but...

Students also produced a talk show and a game show to highlight their Community Service Learning projects.

Principals and Principles

Principals and Principles is an exciting charity game show where contestants answer questions to earn money for their community partner. The tension builds to the final round, where contestants face off against the Professor in a high-stakes battle of wits. In the end, it's all about the cause. The winner takes it all,...

Kade in the Community

Welcome to Kade in the Community, where good vibes, laughter, and creativity collide! Hosted by the ever-enthusiastic Kade Stevens. This live experience includes student creations, heartfelt surprises, and hilarious games that connect us to amazing causes. Join us for dynamic interviews, unexpected moments, and a lot o...

The Community Service Learning Projects from the Broadcast Media Studies in 2023 are listed below.

Empowering the next generation: BeaYOUtiful Foundation's journey to building confidence in young girls

In a world where the confidence of young girls is often tested, understanding the challenges they face becomes imperative. A study by the Ypulse research group and the authors of The Confidence Code for Girls reveals a common struggle with reduced confidence levels, notably marked by a significant 30 per cent decline a...

Creating Meaningful Connections

Memories are the fundamental building blocks that shape an individual's uniqueness. However, when memories fade, the experience can be challenging, causing grief for the individual and their loved ones. Recognizing the difficulties faced by those dealing with various forms of dementia, Jewish Family Service Calgary (JF...

The Experience of Loss: Calgary grief group aims to support young women who are facing the loss of a parent

Death, it's a universal experience but a taboo topic of discussion. After all, it's an experience that only the lucky are able to come back from. While young adults are mostly focused on upcoming milestones like graduation, starting a career, pursuing romantic interests and other personal aspirations, losing a parent ...

A Conversation About First Responders

An interview with Legacy Place I was unsure of what to expect heading into the interview with Diana of Legacy Place Society. Videography on its own is intimidating enough for me, let alone when covering such a serious and intense topic. Even given the preparations I had made beforehand, waves of anxiety washed over me ...

A Good Neighbour all-around

Thrifting has been steadily gaining popularity, the rise in popularity driven especially by younger generations seeking a sustainable alternative to "buying new", but one local thrift store is doing things a little differently. For the past three years, Good Neighbour Community Market has operated on a pay-wh...

The NIWBE Program- Women Supporting Women

What Is NIWBE? The NIWBE Program is a unique community partner that supports Immigrant women in starting their own businesses. The program is free for new women in Canada and allows for the women to come to the class where they can assess their potential business ideas or continue to grow their existing business. The P...

A Land Acknowledgement with Leighton Art Centre

The Leighton Art Centre is a historic landmark just outside of southwest Calgary, filled with art, history, and a beautiful landscape. Producing a land acknowledgement video and an interview with Jo-Mary, the Truth and Reconciliation Advisor for Leighton Art Centre will hopefully contribute to these efforts.

Comfort quilts: Mountain View Quilters gift a warm hug to their communities

Comfort quilts are what the Mountain View Quilters call the quilts they make to give to various agencies that help people in need. Quilts made for donation get gathered throughout the year and are given out around December. In 2022, the group donated a total of 67 quilts to different organizations within the county. &...

Behind the Mic: The Podcast That Explores What it Takes to be Parents of the Year

Knowing how to navigate parenthood is often a difficult task for any parent. Local parents of two, Dr. Caroline Buzanko and Andrew Stewart decided they wanted to help other parents through their journeys. The result was the start of the child and parenting-focused podcast Parents of the Year. Co-hosted by Caroline and ...

GCA Staff and Students giving back during the Christmas Season

Glenmore Christian Academy is a local private Christian school here in Calgary. As a school they do many different things to try and give back to their community and others that are less fortunate through the schools four main values. Which Dave Yang says are "to teach truth, inspire excellence, experience Christ,...