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Two things became strikingly evident as your faithful social scribe poured through hundreds of pictures to select a handful for these Year in Review pages. One: I know now why I am always tired (some might say tiresome!). And two: What amazing people we are truly blessed to have in our fair city.
There is no doubt that 2016 had its share of challenges. From the disastrous fires in Ft. McMurray to the seemingly never ending bad economic news, our positive can-do attitude was more than tested. And you’re not alone if-at times-your faith wavered. Mine did. And let’s not even go down the international news path.
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And yet, we have so much to be thankful for. Look at the millions upon millions of dollars generous Calgarians have raised/donated in 2016. From the enormously successful $1 million Rockyview Invitational golf tournament to the AARC Gala, Calgary Women’s Emergency Shelter Turning Points Gala, UNICEF Water for Life Gala, Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity Midsummer Ball Weekend and myriad other events, Calgarians gave of their treasure-and time- even when their own lives were facing economic challenges.
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And 2016 saw several magnificent milestones-not the least of which being SAIT’s 100th anniversary and U of C’s 50th anniversary. And surely the opening of the incredible National Music Centre-and the hosting of the JUNO’s should give us all something to be fiercely proud of.
So enjoy this look back at just some of the events that made 2016 the memorable year it was. It was my pleasure to attend and cover Calgarians at work and play. Here’s wishing you all a New Year filled with love, joy, health and prosperity and I look forward to seeing you out and about. God bless.
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