December 29th, 2008
Today on BT we gave viewers the chanse to come to the studio and exchange their least favourite Christmas gifts for something from our fabulous table of awesome prizes!
BT Gift Swap
Jill was in the Citytv lobby, letting viewers exchange some of their least favourite Christmas presents from her wide variety of gifts.
Returning Gifts: Ellen Wright, Better Business Bureau
It's a Christmas tradition that's right up there with turkey, eggnog and family feuds. Standing in long lines and returning all those unwanted Christmas gifts. Ellen Wright, the President & CEO of the Better Business Bureau of Southern Alberta, came by with some tips for rage-free retail returns.
More Info: www.calgary.bbb.org
Quitting Smoking: Dr. Richard Ward, Family Physician
If you're a smoker thinking of making a New Year's resolution to butt out, chances are you know why you should quit, but do you know how? Dr. Richard Ward, an expert in stop-smoking strategies, gave tips on how you can use to make your resolution stick.
Canada's Top Teen Philanthropist: Jane Wu
We were joined by Jane Wu, who has earned the title of 'Canada's Top Teen Philanthropist.' Mackenzie Investments' first annual national contest will make a $5,000 donation on Jane's behalf to Child and Youth Friendly Calgary, the charity she has been supporting since she was 14 years old.
More Info: www.mackenziefinancial.com/teen
Domestic Violence: Jean Dunbar, Director, YWCA Sheriff King Home
For women and children living with domestic violence, the holidays can be downright dangerous. Jean Dunbar is the Director of the Sheriff King Home, a 38-bed emergency shelter for women run by the YWCA. She was with us this morning to raise awareness of the issues these women face.
More Info: www.YWCAofCalgary.com
Babies' Sleeping Patterns: Mary Waterman, Parenting Educator, Alberta Health Services
Mary Waterman, a Parenting Educator with Alberta Health Services, walked us through sleeping patterns for different children.
More Info: www.calgaryhealthregion.ca/3cheers and 403-943-LINK (5465)
High Performance Rodeo: Michael Green, Artistic Director, One Yellow Rabbit
One Yellow Rabbit is hosting the 23rd Annual High Performance Rodeo starting next week. The Rodeo is renowned for producing some of the most innovative theatre in Canada and people across the country flock to this festival each year to see the latest and greatest creations. Artistic Director Michael Green told us what's in store.
More Info: www.oyr.org
Kids and Travel: Stacey Corbett, One Tiny Suitcase
Necessity really is the mother of invention, at least when it comes to this mom of twins. Stacey Corbett, the owner of One Tiny Suitcase, discussed her baby supply rental company that she founded after traveling with her twins when they were 18 months old.
More Info: www.onetinysuitcase.ca
Music: Mocking Shadows
We were treated to an energized performance by Mocking Shadows.
More Info: www.mockingshadows.com
