Project Overview
NHCA’s community sheds are storage spaces that are used to store various supplies for our events, programs and committees. Over the years, these sheds often face weather damaged but suffer from one main issue: vandalism. The NHCA’s Shed Project aims to beautify these sheds through the installation of murals and shed wraps, as studies show that multi-colored designs or murals can play a role in decreasing graffiti and overall crime rates. This project is an amazing opportunity for residents of all ages as we will be utilizing resident feedback and community engagement throughout all stages – from top to bottom.
As we progress through this project we hope to engage the community creatively, foster participation among our residents and create a more resilient North Calgary. Currently, we are engaging with our community volunteers and residents in preparation for the beautification of the Country Hills Equipment Shed.
The sheds are located throughout the Northern Hills but are only accessible by NHCA staff and committees. You can find them at:
- Country Hills Park
- Harvest Hills Hub
- Harvest Hills Community Gardens
- Coventry Hills Community Gardens
- Coventry Hills Basketball/Ice Rink
Volunteer and Get Involved!
P. E. P. Volunteer Opportunities (Projects, Events, Programs)
Do you enjoy working with a team to bring activities and projects to life?
• Love organization and making things happen?
• Have time available on a regular basis?
• Possess a specific skill that you want to share with your community?
Then join us on the Community Shed Project Committee! Available positions and their corresponding role descriptions are available below.
Arts Coordinator
Communications and Community Engagement Coordinator
Partner Relations Coordinator
Project Management Coordinator
Youth Representative
Casual Volunteer Opportunities
Join us in beautifying your community Sheds! This project is ongoing with different opportunities that play to different skill sets.
Currently, there are no dates set as we are still in the planning phase, so please see the sign-ups for this opportunity as more of an interest/commitment sign-up. As we get further into the project, you will be contacted when we have more information to pass on!
Art Opportunity
If you love being creative, painting, and/or want to contribute to an art piece that will be displayed on your community shed, this is the opportunity for you! Throughout the project, there will be different opportunities to contribute to the beautification of your community shed. If you’re interested in this, please sign up! Remember this sign-up does not have a date and will act as a sign-up for ongoing opportunities that you will be contacted about, so please disregard the shift date/times!
Community Engagement
If you enjoy engaging with your community, ensuring your communities needs and wants are met, and directly communicating with members of your community about projects, this is the opportunity for you! Throughout the project, there will be consistent communication with members of your community to ensure that they are satisfied and proud of the project. Remember this sign-up does not have dates and will act as a sign-up for ongoing opportunities that you will be contacted about, so please disregard the shift date/times!
General Helper
If you have a general interest in being involved in this project, and want to be connected with odd jobs that will come up, this is the position for you! Some things you might do include designing posters, contacting schools, pricing out supplies, etc. Remember this sign-up does not have dates and will act as a sign-up for ongoing opportunities that you will be contacted about, so please disregard the shift date/times!
