Genesis Centre

Applications for the Genesis Centre Student Awards 2026 are now open.

Genesis Centre is awarding two scholarships of $1,500 each to graduating Calgary high school students entering post-secondary studies. The funding is applied directly to tuition and does not need to be repaid.

If you are graduating Grade 12 and have been involved in your school or community, we want to hear from you.

Applications close July 15, 2026.

Apply here:
genesis-centre.ca/student-award

Please share this with a graduating student, parent, teacher, mentor, or family who should know about this opportunity.

Interested in growing food and giving back to your community?

We’re looking for volunteers to help maintain hydroponic towers and harvest fresh produce for the community.

🌱 Learn how hydroponic systems work
🥬 Help grow fresh food locally
🤝 Meet new people and support community wellness

To get involved, contact:
📧 [email protected]

Looking to build your financial skills?

ElevateUP eConnect is a FREE fully funded program offering financial literacy training and access to over 17,000 Coursera courses.

Participants will learn essential skills like:
• Budgeting
• Managing money
• Understanding taxes
• Building financial confidence

👥 Open to youth ages 16–35 across Canada
📅 Program starts April 1, 2026
💻 Online learning with instructor-led sessions

Scholarships are limited, so apply early.

Learn more @ :
www.thedollardetectives.com/elevate-up-program/

🌱 Let’s Get Growing!

Join us for a Mini Greenhouse Gardens workshop where you’ll learn how to start micro-greenhouses to give your plants a jump start for spring.

This hands-on session is perfect for anyone interested in gardening, growing food, or learning new skills.

📅 March 21
🕕 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Genesis Centre – Room D105

Come grow with us! 🌿

The Canadian Guidance Association (CGA) invites families to celebrate Valentine’s Day with a fun-filled sports & recreation session at the Genesis Centre.

🏸 Badminton | ⚽ Soccer | 🏀 Basketball
🎉 Free play, snacks & special character visits
📅 Feb 14, 2026 | 4:00–6:00 PM
📍 Genesis Centre – Feature Gymnasium
👧 Girls & children ages 5–10, ladies welcome
✅ Registration required

🔗 Register now: https://forms.gle/XdnR9w2Vex7fouBn7

✨ Black History Month at Saddletowne YMCA ✨

This February, join us in celebrating Black history, culture, creativity, and community through a series of free, all-ages events at Saddletowne YMCA.

From cardio dance classes and trivia nights to arts & creative activities, movie nights, and a Staff vs. Youth basketball game—there’s something for everyone to enjoy and connect over.

📍 Saddletowne YMCA
📅 Throughout February
🎉 Free community events

Swipe through to see what’s happening and mark your calendar!
For questions, contact Jennifer Obeng at [email protected]

PSA! We are currently recruiting new members to join our Board of Directors.

Board members play a critical role in guiding the strategic direction and long-term sustainability of one of Calgary’s most dynamic community hubs in Northeast Calgary.

We welcome applications from experienced leaders, particularly those with backgrounds in governance, finance, and construction or project management.

🔗 Apply by Friday, February 6 at genesis-centre.ca/careers