Passion Isn't a Budget Line: Calgary's History of Volunteerism

The Confluence's Hot Dogs & Hot Takes on History series returns with Josh Traptow (Executive Director of the Alberta Real Estate Foundation) in conversation with Confluence president Jennifer Thompson. The talk traces how Calgary's civic life — parks, festivals, social services and neighbourhood institutions — has long been propped up by volunteers, and asks whether the bake-sale-and-boardroom model is sustainable as community burnout grows. Casual format with hot dogs, drinks, and an audience Q&A.