Hello Calgary Journal subscribers! Anyone else frustrated that the weather here won’t seem to make up it’s mind? Spring in Calgary is just shorts weather one day and bundling up for a frosty flurry the next…
We skipped the past weeks’ newsletter due to an influx of stories and a general air of chaos as our semester comes to an end, which means this one is extra long and packed with extra story content! Also, this is where I say good-bye, as this will be my last newsletter for the Journal. It’s been a pleasure making these for you!
Due to all the new stories we have rolling in, there’s going to be a collection of photogalleries for you to check out in lieu of our senior reporter spotlight. I want to make sure you get a chance to see a bit of everything our reporters have worked hard to bring to you!
Here are some great reads I chose to get you started:
- Enhanced care for youth mental health coming soon in Alberta – Read about what the Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation is doing to address youth mental health needs.
- City committee votes unanimously for new anti-racism terms of reference – Catch up on discussions around anti-racism initiatives in Calgary.
- Hyped up! Behind our obsession with the latest greatest – Buckle in, this is a long one but a good one! Find out if you should believe the hype.
- Nature prescriptions: A doctor’s note for a breath of fresh air What if a doctor wrote you note to simply get outside and enjoy nature? Well, it’s possible, and prescription that’s on the rise! Read to find out more!
This just scratches the surface, so be sure to check out calgaryjournal.ca for all stories and event coverage.
Thanks for reading and keeping up with me the past couple months. With graduation just around the corner, I’ll be embarking into the workforce here in Calgary very soon which is equally exciting as it is scary. Perhaps we’ll cross paths again in the future, you never know!
Have a wonderful spring,
—Kae Burnett, newsletter editor
Must-see photo galleries!
Our photojournalists have snagged some great captures the past few weeks, so here’s a couple of them you don’t want to miss!
Lina’s celebrates one-year anniversary at Britannia location
BY CULLEN CHAN
Photos: Calgarians support Ukraine from afar
by JAZMINE CANFIELD
Photos: Heavy Metal at Vern’s Tavern
by GEORGE POTTER
Recent stories
How hip-hop music can be a source of healing and resistance for Black youth
by ERIN CLARKE and ABBY PARKER
Project Heartbeat is an educational program conducted by heARTbase that provides a safe space for Black youth to discuss social issues that impact their mental health.
One woman’s battle with Lyme disease
BY TAMMIE SAMUEL
Going five years without diagnosis and treatment, Zdena McNamar has finally found some solace in her battle with Lyme disease through herbal treatment and social connection.
Fort Calgary walking tour tells the stories of outstanding Canadian women
by JULIE PATTON and ANJOLIE THERRIEN
In celebration of International Women’s day, Fort Calgary organized the tour to recognize women who have played a part in the city’s development.
Explainer: How coffee helps perk us up and keep us healthy
by HAJAR AL KHOUZAII
We all know coffee helps a lot of us put a little pep in our step, or even just start our day. But, is there more to this common stimulant than meets the eye in terms of benefits and health?
Calgary news round-up
Here are some stories from other news sources that I found interesting, hand-picked just for you, plus a bonus read from local independent news source The Sprawl.
- NDP pledges $155 million for downtown Calgary office conversions, revitalization
- ‘Dinosaur trainers’ bring prehistoric creatures back to life for Calgary crowds
- Replay: Tackling utility bills. Get your questions answered before a summer spike
Bonus read:
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