STORY SLAM 2026

There are few community experiences more powerful then a good story followed by a good conversation…

Join us in Calgary on Thursday, April 30th for our second annual Story Slam!

Buy Your Tickets HERE

Submit your digital story HERE.

In 2025, 12 Common Language trained Digital Storytelling facilitators chose one charity or non-profit to work with to create a digital story. Over 140 people came together in-person and online for one inspiring day of stories and conversation. The three screenings can be watched separately below.

Listen to the Event Recap

Mike Lang and Kristy Wolfe talk about their favourite moments of the 2025 Story Slam on the Co-Created Podcast!

“I love digital storytelling so much! My heart is so full today! Thanks so much everyone for connecting us together!”

— Tash, Story Slam 2025 Attendee

“I was blown away by all the digital stories presented today. I am immensely impressed with the stories, the storytellers, and the facilitators.”

— Cheryl, Story Slam 2025 Attendee & Sponsor

Screening #1

  • 0:08:42
    Facilitator: Carol Mulenga & Mike Lang
    Storyteller: Monte Strong
    Charity: United Voices of HIV Alberta

  • 0:23:42
    Facilitator: Heather Knox
    Storyteller: Antoniette Gravel-Ouellette
    Charity: www.momsstoptheharm.com

  • 0:46:24
    Facilitator: Jennifer Siran
    Storyteller: C.N.
    Charity: www.safefamiliescanada.com

  • 1:00:53
    Facilitator: Robens Mutatina
    Storyteller: Niwanya Ritah
    Charity: www.healthychilduganda.org

  • 1:21:46
    Discussant: Dr. Carmen Logie

Screening #2

Screening #3

  • 0:03:12
    Facilitator: Krystle Schofield
    Storyteller: Ashley Durance
    Charity: www.bccomplexkids.ca

  • 0:25:07
    Facilitator: Maureen Leier
    Storyteller: Sig Novak
    Charity: www.maidfamilysupport.ca

  • 0:54:09
    Facilitator: Melody Williamson
    Storyteller: Jackie Sillner
    Charity: www.sidscalgary.ca

  • 1:14:02
    Facilitator: Mike Lang
    Storyteller: Teri Price
    Non-Profit: www.gregswings.ca

  • 1:38:31
    Discussant: Dr. Rebecca Haines-Saah

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