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#BeCauseYACC: The new wave of support programs
The web is most often the first point of contact, and the next step in connecting with our community used to be a four-day retreat, adventure, or conference. It is a huge leap with a ton of risks, and it’s a wonder anyone comes!
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June 25, 2015#BeCauseYACC: The start of YACC 2.0
The first five years of YACC—YACC 1.0—can be summed in three words: start, focus, do.
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June 22, 2015Shout out to TD Securities Underwriting Hope Fund!
We have to say a huge thank you to TD Securities Underwriting Hope Fund for listening to one of their team members, and taking action to help her continue on a survivorship pathway that empowers her.
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June 19, 2015Localife Ottawa: Just like Jurassic Park
We spared no expense; we always keep our guests well fed and happy at Localife Ottawa.
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June 18, 2015#BeCauseYACC: Here’s where the fun begins
Starting YACC was largely driven by three factors; my desire to use my experience to help others, my need to process what I had just experienced by doing something with it and my reality that I likely wouldn’t get the next 60 years to make my impact. I had to make an impact now and hopefully I could build something that would outlive me.
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June 17, 2015Localife Vancouver works on their bowling skills
On the very first day of June, Localife Vancouver convinced nine people to gather for Monday night bowling and appetizers.
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June 16, 2015
Bidding adieu to an original YACCtivist
It is with a mix of sadness and gratitude that we announce Becky MacLean is stepping down from the YACCtivist role this month.
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Becky’s blog: On the road again
I am going to borrow from Shali in saying that it is with a mix of gratitude and sadness that I am announcing stepping down as a YACCtivist. This role has taught me a lot, and I have been happy to give back to a community that has given me so much.
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June 15, 2015#BeCauseYACC: Let’s get this party started
Back in 1998, when I was 22 years old, I had just graduated from university and was starting the rest of my life when I passed out in the middle of a party. Three days later, I was diagnosed with leukemia.
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June 08, 2015
Saying goodbye to Michelle
There are big changes ahead for Alberta. Not only did the NDP recently win a majority government, but we are also preparing to say goodbye to one of our original Localife leaders, Michelle Hume.
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Volunteer needed for Localife Calgary!
Localife has been running in Calgary for three years, and we are currently looking to fill the spot that will be left vacant by our lovely leader, Michelle.
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