Most politicians learn how cities work after they're elected. Kristen Shima spent a decade building them from the inside. With a Master's degree in sustainable community development and a resume that includes securing over $225M in investment, Airdrie's newest Councillor isn't just here to govern—she's here to architect. This is a masterclass in "wicked messy problems," the economic power of culture, and why the future of any city lies in its "people power."

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Most people think farming requires hundreds of acres and massive tractors. David Barchard proves you can feed a community with just a few hundred square feet and a lot of heart. After 15 years in the restaurant industry witnessing a broken supply chain, David and his wife Kirstin founded Micro Acres to bring food security back home. This is a story about pivoting when revenue drops 90% overnight, the "One Green Away" philosophy that drives their philanthropy, and why true abundance means teaching others to grow their own food.

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Most musicians think they have to choose: the stability of a "real job" or the freedom of the stage. Corbie Dorner chose both. As a beloved band teacher at Bert Church High School and a dueling pianist at Aussie Rules, Corbie lives at the intersection of education and entertainment. This is a story about the grind of the gig, the resilience required to teach music in a parking lot during COVID, and the one message every young artist needs to hear: "You are enough."

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