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  • S | The 2020 Edition

    Harnessing the power of small things

    In 2021, we need to open the door to empathy.

    Dec 20 2020 • Comics
  • It feels like we’ve lost something in Alberta

    We need to work together again.

    Nov 21 2020 • Comics
  • Embracing the ghosts 2020 brought

    It’s time to leave old expectations behind.

    Oct 31 2020 • Comics
  • Finding joy where we can

    Our daily tasks are connected to bigger things — even in 2020.

    Oct 10 2020 • Comics
  • It’s time to slow down

    In these hard times, attention is a gift.

    Sep 26 2020 • Comics
  • Navigating the school system in COVID-19 times

    Community connectedness is more important than ever.

    Sep 12 2020 • Comics
  • Back-to-school feels like a roller coaster

    ‘This year, so many things are out of my control.’

    Sep 5 2020 • Comics
  • Making space for a new chapter

    Endings are hard — but they bring renewal.

    Aug 1 2020 • Comics
  • Sometimes things don’t get easier

    But sharing our stories can help.

    May 29 2020 • Comics
  • The stories we tell ourselves

    They will define this time for us.

    May 23 2020 • Comics
  • Moving into the familiar — but unknown

    It feels like a risky time to build dreams.

    May 9 2020 • Comics
  • Asking for help isn’t shameful — it’s smart

    We need each other right now.

    May 2 2020 • Comics
  • Finding freedom in our smaller worlds

    If the Ramsay turkey can do it, so can we.

    Apr 25 2020 • Comics
  • S | The Alone Together Edition

    Hold it! This is not over yet

    If we ignore the experts, everyone is affected.

    Apr 18 2020 • Comics
  • S | The Alone Together Edition

    The small joys of going outside

    They give us a sense of purpose.

    Apr 11 2020 • Comics
  • S | The Alone Together Edition

    The Calgarians who keep us connected

    I didn’t see them, but I’m so thankful.

    Apr 4 2020 • Comics
  • S | The Alone Together Edition

    Still working up my courage to relax

    It’s harder than it sounds.

    Mar 28 2020 • Comics
  • S | The Alone Together Edition

    This time is not wasted

    Let’s listen — and start building for what’s next.

    Mar 21 2020 • Comics
  • S | The Alone Together Edition

    Pulling together — even as we move apart

    The 2013 flood made Calgary stronger. This can too.

    Mar 13 2020 • Comics
  • Here’s what we’ll cover in 2020

    The Sprawl’s crowdsourced agenda.

    Jan 21 2020 • Comics

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