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Curious about growing fresh lettuce, herbs, or even tomatoes year‑round?Join us for this hands-on introduction to hydrop...
03/16/2026

Curious about growing fresh lettuce, herbs, or even tomatoes year‑round?

Join us for this hands-on introduction to hydroponics and learn how to create a perpetual growing season in Calgary—no outdoor garden required.

This workshop from UCalgary's Centre for Career & Personal Development explores the history of hydroponics, what can be grown hydroponically, and the essential elements needed for success.

You will also build a simple Kratky‑method hydroponic system to take home—it’s a great starting point for anyone looking to cook with fresher, home‑grown ingredients.

This workshop is free, and registration is required.

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Our event is a part of , a country-wide campaign to mobilize the through education.

Learn more here: sdsncanada.ca/sdg-month

🌱✨ Get ready for spring with this hands‑on seed‑starting workshop designed for students.Learn the basics of choosing see...
02/26/2026

🌱✨ Get ready for spring with this hands‑on seed‑starting workshop designed for students.

Learn the basics of choosing seeds, preparing soil, and giving your plants the best start—all with guidance and supplies provided. You’ll plant your own seeds during the workshop and take home everything you create to continue growing at home. By the summer, you’ll have fresh home-grown ingredients to cook with!

This workshop is free, but registration is required.
Stay tuned for another Harvest to Home workshop later this month!

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This event is a part of the University of Calgary, Centre for Career and Personal Development’s participation in , a nation-wide commitment to mobilizing the Sustainable Development Goals across campuses.

🔗 Learn more here: sdsncanada.ca/sdg-month

Don’t miss out on UFlourish’s Keynote event, From Help to Hope: The Power of Community with Farkhunda Muhtaj! 🗓️ Wednesd...
12/11/2025

Don’t miss out on UFlourish’s Keynote event, From Help to Hope: The Power of Community with Farkhunda Muhtaj!

🗓️ Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026 | ⏰ 3:00–4:30 p.m. | 📍 In-person + post-event recording

This FREE event is open to students, faculty and staff.

📽 Theis event will feature a screening of the 2024 Cannes Lion winning documentary, “We Are Ayenda”, which captures the story of the Afghan Girls National Football Team and their escape from Afghanistan after the Taliban took power in 2021.

⚽️ Farkhunda Muhtaj, social activist, Afghan-Canadian footballer, and captain of the Afghanistan Women’s National Football team, played a key role in the evacuation of hundreds of Afghan soccer players and their families.

Join us on Jan. 21, 2026 and to hear their inspirational stories on survival, sisterhood and social advocacy!

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🔗 Register via the link in bio!

Don’t miss out on UFlourish’s Keynote event, “We Are Ayenda” Documentary Screening and Fireside Chat with Farkhunda Muht...
10/27/2025

Don’t miss out on UFlourish’s Keynote event, “We Are Ayenda” Documentary Screening and Fireside Chat with Farkhunda Muhtaj!

🗓️ Friday, Oct. 31 | ⏰ 12–1:30 p.m. | 📍 In-person + virtual

This FREE event is open to students, faculty and staff.

📽 The 2024 Cannes Lion winning documentary, “We Are Ayenda”, captures the story of the Afghan Girls National Football Team and their escape from Afghanistan after the Taliban took power in 2021.

⚽️ Farkhunda Muhtaj, social activist, Afghan-Canadian footballer, and Captain of the Afghanistan Women’s National Football team, played a key role in the evacuation of hundreds of Afghan soccer players and their families.

Join us on Oct. 31 and to hear their inspirational stories on survival, sisterhood, and social advocacy.

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🔗 Register via the link in bio or at ucalgary.ca/uflourish

♻️ Waste Reduction Week — Plastics ThursdayDid you know that 8.3 billion tonnes of plastic has been produced globally si...
10/23/2025

♻️ Waste Reduction Week — Plastics Thursday

Did you know that 8.3 billion tonnes of plastic has been produced globally since the 1950s, but only 23% of those have been recovered or recycled?

Learn how to reduce your plastic waste!

♻️ Waste Reduction Week — Electronics Wednesday 📱💻Electronic waste (e-waste) is hazardous material. When electronics end...
10/22/2025

♻️ Waste Reduction Week — Electronics Wednesday 📱💻

Electronic waste (e-waste) is hazardous material. When electronics end up in the landfill, they can leak toxic elements, harming the environment and living beings.

How can you reduce your e-waste?

♻️ It’s Waste Reduction Week! For the next few days, we will be sharing some tips to help reduce our environmental impac...
10/21/2025

♻️ It’s Waste Reduction Week! For the next few days, we will be sharing some tips to help reduce our environmental impact.

👕 Today is Textiles Tuesday 👕

Did you know that Canadians throw out 1 billion pounds of clothing and textiles each year? With quick evolving trends, 'fast fashion’ has increased textile production—this continues to contribute to a rise in textile waste.

Keep swiping for a tip on how to reduce your textile waste!

🌎🌱 Sustainability is a shared commitment at the University of Calgary.Today, the Office of Institutional Commitments is ...
10/21/2025

🌎🌱 Sustainability is a shared commitment at the University of Calgary.

Today, the Office of Institutional Commitments is excited to announce the 2025 Institutional Sustainability Report (ISR). The report highlights UCalgary’s continued progress in advancing the Institutional Sustainability Strategy, guided by the 17 United Nations Sustainability Development Goals (UN SDGs).

Featuring stories from UCalgary campuses and communities, we dive into stories around teaching and learning, research and innovation, campus and community enveagement, and sustainable campus practices.

📖 Read the full report at: www.ucalgary.ca/sustainability/strategy/2025-sustainability-report

World Mental Health Day is dedicated to raising mental health awareness around the world. On campus, UCalgary Student We...
10/10/2025

World Mental Health Day is dedicated to raising mental health awareness around the world. On campus, UCalgary Student Wellness Services is hosting training and awareness workshops surrounding mental health.

For more information and resources, please visit ucalgary.ca/mentalhealth or click the link in bio.

📣📣 Mobilizing Alberta is thrilled to be sponsoring the North American premiere of LOWLAND KIDS at the Calgary Internatio...
09/08/2025

📣📣 Mobilizing Alberta is thrilled to be sponsoring the North American premiere of LOWLAND KIDS at the Calgary International Film Festival (CIFF).

This documentary looks at the lives of families living on the edge of the climate crisis; it follows the story of the last two teenagers living on the once thriving Isle de Jean Charles, Louisiana, in their striking ancestral home that is being swallowed by the sea.

Ticket Giveaway! CIFF Film Premiere: LOWLAND KIDS

We're giving away two pairs of tickets to the film's North American premiere. To enter, like this post, tag a friend, and fill out the form: https://forms.office.com/r/fgaRgep81e

Early entries will also receive a $2 discount code for tickets. There are a limited amount of codes, so enter while you still can!

Need a change a scenery? Looking to add some greenery to ‘spruce’ up your space? Join us on Wednesday, August 20th, from...
07/31/2025

Need a change a scenery? Looking to add some greenery to ‘spruce’ up your space?

Join us on Wednesday, August 20th, from 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. at the International Student Services office (MSC 275) for a relaxing afternoon of painting pots and potting plants!

Unleash your creativity and meet some new friends! 🌱 You’ll also get to take home a free plant!

We would love to see you there!

Register for this event through this link: https://events.ucalgary.ca/event/495839-welcome-centre-plant-paint

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