Recently, Mayor Nenshi has launched a new initiative called “3 Things for Calgary.” Basically, it is a civic engagement initiative to think of 3 things you can do to make your community or city a better place to be, and share it with 3 friends. Simple right? Here are my 3 things for Calgary!
- Donate to a charity organization, may it be clothing, food, money, or even your time. After all, doing the little things to help others can really make an impact on their day. Personally, I consider the act of volunteering a more valuable contribution to our community, because you would be brightening someone’s day with a kind act and a smile. Donating money is great, but volunteering really shows that you care.
- Make a new friend. Approach someone who seems like they want company, and talk to them, or just tell them something nice. 🙂 After all, some people may be plagued by shyness, or just might be having a bad day. It’s something really simple that can make our community more close knit, and friendly.
- Involve you and your friends in different clubs and groups. Diversity is a key element to a well-rounded and happy community. Don’t be afraid to approach clubs, because there is no limit to the capacity of individuality and skills a club can have!
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Although my 3 things can be considered small and trivial, helping the community starts small. The herculean acts of citizenship can wait!
