Indiegraf • 4th September 2020

Is Canada’s Local Journalism Initiative effectively addressing news deserts?

The Tyee, a Vancouver-based online magazine founded in 2003, hired two journalists through the federal Local Journalism Initiative (LJI) in 2020: one to cover health, which is an underserved beat in Canada, and another to cover Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside, an area of Vancouver overwhelmed with the pressures of gentrification, homelessness, COVID-19 and the opioid crisis.

Hootsuite • 4th August 2020

How to Get Verified on Pinterest: A Step-by-Step Guide

You probably already have a Pinterest account, and might even be using it for business purposes — but getting verified can help you ensure you’re getting the most out of it! When you have a verification badge, everyone who comes across your account will know you are an authentic, trustworthy brand or business.

Backpacker • 13th July 2020

If You Care About the Earth, Then You Need to Care About Racial Justice Too

There are a lot of good reasons to fight racism. Let’s add one more: We can’t protect the climate without ending it.

Business Insider • 10th December 2019

The ultimate guide to getting a job at a dispensary, according to current and former employees, shop owners, and recruiters in the cannabis space

According to cannabis-recruiting startup Vangst, the cannabis industry currently employs about 200,000 people in the US, and that number is expected to increase to over 400,000 jobs by 2021.

Business Insider • 16th September 2019

How to deal with crippling rejection while launching a startup

Getting rejected, whether in our personal lives or in business, isn't fun. And if you're an entrepreneur looking to attract investors, generate revenue, and scale your company, you know that the stakes are even higher — and rejection all the more terrifying.

AlbertaVenture.com • 13th August 2019

Why SMBs in Alberta Must Adopt Technology

According to a new report conducted by Salesforce Canada and the Gandalf Group, the adoption of technology is linked to significant business growth.

AlbertaVenture.com • 4th April 2019

30% of Alberta Tech Companies Are Founded by Women. We Asked 6 For Their Advice.

When you think of women in tech, you might think about the lack of gender balance across the industry or some of the challenges women face in the male-dominated space. But, it’s also full of stories of success and innovation —especially in Alberta.

AlbertaVenture.com • 13th November 2018

Diversity and Inclusion Becoming New Mandate in Alberta Workforce

The idea that a diverse, inclusive workplace is good for business isn’t new, but as expectations for both businesses and their employees continue to evolve, we’ve seen more companies in Alberta treating diversity and inclusion initiatives as an essential part of their business and company culture.

AlbertaVenture.com • 18th October 2018

Why Small Business Is Booming in Alberta

According to a recent statistic released by Alberta Economic Development and Trade, the number of small businesses in Alberta grew by 12 per cent between 2012 and 2017 - more than the national average of 11 per cent.

Women's Health • 25th June 2018

Functional Fitness Is The Workout You Never Knew Your Body Needed

What good is a sculpted butt if you can’t squat down to pick up your keys? And TBH, toned biceps are kind of useless if you can't even lift your gym bag.

Vern • 27th April 2018

How 5 Calgary Women Entrepreneurs Got Their Start

There’s no doubt Calgary is an amazing hotbed of entrepreneurial spirit coming out of the recession. Whether it’s fitness, art, food, or services, Calgarians are leading the way in offering up diverse business plans and strategies.

Hike365 • 21st March 2018

Spring Skiing in Nakiska Has Started!

At Hike365 we love to adventure all year long! We do, however, have to admit that there is something so delightful about spring skiing! We recently took a crew out to Nakiska Ski Area to take some of the first turns of the spring season.

Lift News • 7th March 2018

How four cannabis companies are using blockchain technology

Cannabis companies across North America have already adopted blockchain. Here's how they're using it:

Shondaland • 1st March 2018

My Buzz Cut Was the Best Decision I've Ever Made

About a year ago, I started texting pictures of black women with shaved heads to my friends — seeking approval on a decision I’d already made.

Lift News • 26th February 2018

Cronos Group to be first cannabis company on the Nasdaq stock exchange

Cronos Group, a major Canadian cannabis holding company, has been approved to begin trading their shares on the Nasdaq stock market.

Wordpress.Com • 24th January 2018

Hike365 Friends Do Chester Lake

Chester Lake, located in Spray Valley Provincial Park Kananaskis, AB, welcomes all who love the outdoors.

Lift News • 8th February 2018

CBD oil: a beginner's guide

Cannabidiol, or CBD, is the non-psychoactive cannabinoid found in cannabis, and you can find it in both dried flower form and oil form if you're authorized by a doctor and registered with Health Canada under the Access to Cannabis for Medical Purposes Regulations.

Avenue Calgary • 31st January 2018

Ultimate Customization: Where to Get 3D-Printed Engagement Rings in Calgary

You’ve found “the one” and now you need to find the ring. The thought of buying an engagement ring can be overwhelming, especially when there are endless options.

The Ace Class • 2nd February 2018

What The F*ck Am I Doing?! 3 Things To Consider In Your 20s

You’ve graduated high school, potentially pursued post-secondary or maybe you’ve held down your first ‘big girl’ job for more than a year (props, btw!). Then your WTF moment hits and you’re spiralling faster than Michael Scott after his breakup with Jan.

LinkedIn • 4th October 2017

4 Reasons You Should Hire An Athlete

Sports season is well underway and I’ve found myself in admiration of some of the great athletes I’ve had the pleasure to watch – particularly in university football.