Allow us to introduce you to Kurt! Kurt is HSCA’s intern practicum from January- April 2022. Kurt is a 4th year Social Work student in the BSW program and holds a degree in Sociology and Indigenous Studies. You can find Kurt supporting HSCA’s Sustainable Food Program (SFP) on Mondays and leading our yearly Tax Clinic in March and April. Let’s get to know Kurt… in 5 questions or less.

To learn more about our 2022 tax clinic and eligibility requirements, visit www.hsca.ca/community-connections and scroll down to the ‘Tax Clinic’ tab.

1. What drew you to do you internship at HSCA?

I chose HSCA because I felt it would be a great way for me to learn how to implement community social work in a place that has a very strong and active community already. I'm really looking forward to meeting different community members, volunteers, and HSCA staff in the next few months.

2. Tell us a fun fact about yourself

I played Super Smash Brothers (Video game) competitively and was provincially ranked from 2015-2018.

3. What does Community mean to you?

Community means gaining strength and being able to lean on others when you may need help. Feeling so connected that it's largely like family.

4. What topic could you give a 20-minute presentation on without any preparation?

The intricacies of LED/LCD Displays as opposed to CRT displays (Big tube TVs) and how it affects viewing and playing games.

5. What is your favourite part of the Hillhurst Sunnyside community? (examples: walks, people, places to grab coffee, etc.).

Riley Park! I loved the waterpark as a child.