Join me on my journey as I venture into the world of hot air ballooning!!! Welcome to my page and let me introduce myself to everyone. My name is W***y Taillon.
I am a new hot air balloon pilot born and raised in the beautiful city of Medicine Hat. Throughout the last year, COVID created some challenges for us all. Therefore, I decided to set out to complete a goal I had wanted to do for a while now. That goal was to own and learn to fly a hot air balloon! As of May 2021, my goal was completed!!! I will be flying my Cameron balloon in the skies above this
03/31/2026
We are sooo excited for this!!! Come check it out at The Monarch Theatre April 17th, 18th, & 19th!!!
The Rise Up documentary is coming soon! “Rise Up: the film” is coming soon the the historical Monarch theatre in Medicine Hat Alberta.A documentary film of resilience and rising together. Created b...
02/13/2026
Come check out Community Day @ the Medicine Hat College this year! 🤠
🚨Last day to sign up - May 14🚨
OCJ’s Rise Up Community Day has moved locations for 2026.
On May 23, 2026, ALL Community Day events will take place at Medicine Hat College. This special, community-focused day will now be fully hosted on campus, with the Official Rise Up Vendor Market happening on the main concourse outside the theatre. We are expecting this to be the biggest Community Day yet, so don't miss out! This market directly supports OCJ's valuable services aimed at supporting youth in our community.
👉🏼 Secure your official Rise Up Vendor Market spot here:
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Stay tuned for the full Community Day schedule as events are finalized.
❓If you have questions about vendor registration, DM us, and we'll connect you directly with the OCJ organizer.
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I spy DOLLY!! Only a few weeks away now.
07/10/2025
1979, "Hot Air" (documentary) Grande Prairie, Alberta 1979, "Hot Air" (documentary) Grande Prairie, AlbertaDir - Douglas Munro CSC28 min 56 secs 4K16mm Colour Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www...
05/04/2025
Super cool and now we need some balloon flowers for the garden. Rise Up and Grow ❤️🎈
Happy Cinco de Mayo! Our Annual Plant Sale is set to go…
04/12/2025
- Rise Up Hot Air Balloon Festival: A Metaphor for Our Collective Journey -
The Rise Up Hot Air Balloon Festival is more than just a stunning visual event; it's a powerful metaphor for the mission of Our Collective Journey. Just as hot air balloons rise above the ground, Our Collective Journey helps individuals rise above life's challenges through recovery coaching and resilience-building programs.
Our Collective Journey's Recovery and Resilience Coaching programs are dedicated to fostering strength and hope within the community. By providing support and guidance, we help people navigate their paths and build the resilience needed to face life's obstacles. The festival embodies this spirit, bringing together families, friends, and neighbors to celebrate the beauty of overcoming challenges — together.
Join us at the Rise Up Hot Air Balloon Festival and witness the magic of community, connection, and hope. Let's rise up together and create a brighter, more resilient future for all.
Rise Up Hot Air Balloon Festival
What aspect of Our Collective Journey's work resonates most with you? Leave a comment below! 👇🏼
04/04/2025
Summer is just around the corner.
Experience Canada's Sunniest City | Tourism Medicine Hat Find annual festivals and events in Medicine Hat this summer.