SAIT Polytechnic is one of Canada's leading post secondary institutions and its vision is to help students further their passions. Located in Calgary, Alberta, SAIT offers a great variety of leading edge programs, including business, construction, travel and tourism, computer technology and much more! This month, SAIT Polytechnic once again hosted its extremely popular semi-annual Open House and as a new staff member within the School of Business, I had the honour of participating!
Read moreIt’s been quite a turbulent year – we’ve had hurricanes, wars, tragic bullying and a lot more. But what I love about Christmas is that for once a year, many of us gather together to celebrate family, holiday cheer…and peace.
Read moreOn Saturday, September 30th, I had the pleasure of volunteering for the Alberta Ballet at Doors Open YYC, a citywide event that allowed the public to visit numerous historical Calgary buildings and sites free of charge. These venues included The Calgary Tower, The Epcor Centre for the Performing Arts, Simmons Mattress Building and Fort Calgary. I got to help the Alberta Ballet host their open house at the legendary Nat Christie Centre.
Read moreThe fall season in Calgary got off to a tremendous start last weekend, with the first ever Nuit Blanche event in Calgary as well as the opening of Alberta Ballet’s season. I attended both events on Saturday, September 15th and I felt like one classy young gentleman that evening!
Read moreWell, as they say, all good things must come to an end. And yes, that includes summer 2012! As per usual, Calgary Pride took place over Labour Day long weekend and this year’s Pride was a stunning affair, showcasing what a supportive and diverse city Calgary has emerged into!
Read moreWell the 2012 London Olympics are in the history books now. And history was definitely made at these Olympics! Gabby Douglas became the first African American to win the Olympic women’s gymnastics all-around title, Michael Phelps officially became the greatest Olympian of all time, Misty May-Treanor and Keri Walsh Jennings won an unprecedented third straight Olympic title in women’s beach volleyball, Adam Van Koeverden made Canada proud with his silver medal performance in men’s kayaking, and Tom Daley stole the heart of Great Britain.
Read moreWell, the much anticipated 100th Calgary Stampede has now come and gone! By all accounts, it is regarded as the greatest Stampede ever. Attendance records were through the roof and big name musical acts such as Garth Brooks, Carly Rae Jepson, Dragonette, Simple Plan, Mother Mother and Paul Brandt played a large role in attracting the masses.
Read moreVince Kanasoot is a passionate, young communications professional. He recently graduated from the University of Calgary, where he was one of the top students in his class.
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