Our View – The YW Blog
September 2014
Blog: YWCA WALK A MILE IN HER SHOES® 2014
On a warm and sunny September morning, the YWCA was excited to have the Honorable Jonathan Denis, Minster of Justice and Solicitor General, welcome an excited crowd to kick off the ninth annual YWCA WALK[...]
Blog: What Alberta’s minimum wage structure says to women
Labour Day marked an event of significance - yes, the Stamps won the Labour Day Classic - but more importantly, minimum wage in Alberta increased by 25 cents to $10.20 per hour. While $10.20 is[...]
Blog: Walking with Dr. David Swann
With our 9th annual YWCA WALK A MILE IN HER SHOES ® event quickly approaching, we’ve been looking back on some of our longtime participants and admiring their dedication and grace in taking part[...]
August 2014
Blog: Marketing Charitable Giving
Now that our Facebook newsfeeds have returned to profound quotes and cute cat videos, we have the opportunity to reflect on the impact, success, and implications of the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge. As the marketer[...]
Blog: Top 10 reasons to walk a mile
With just under a month until the YWCA WALK A MILE IN HER SHOES® fundraising event on September 18, there is still time to register and form a team. Whether you sign up as an[...]
Blog: An Empowering Career
By: Dakota Kidby Day four as the Communications Coordinator at the YWCA of Calgary and I just have to share my experiences so far. Fresh out of school and bursting with exciting ideas, I am[...]
Blog: Happy Retirement to 11-year YWCA ‘Veteran’
At a time when it seems most people move from job to job, organization to organization every three to five years; it’s noteworthy when a staff member, who has dedicated 11 years to challenging work[...]
July 2014
New Canadians find opportunity with CES program
How many of us have gotten into a taxi, or been assisted in a retail store in Calgary by someone we learn has a university education and years of professional experience? This is becoming more[...]
Step up to end family violence
Help women and their children walk away from family violence – sign up for YWCA WALK A MILE IN HER SHOES® today! Registration is now open for YWCA WALK A MILE IN HER SHOES®, an[...]
Stampede: A breeding ground for sexism?
As the Stampede kicks off, the Calgary Herald reports young women are again flocking to the city to work the many temporary service sector jobs created by bars and night clubs during these 10 days.[...]
YWCA Blog: Client Success Story
Growing up, I had all the luxuries in life. My family and I travelled around the country, lived in big houses and went to the best schools and colleges. After completing my master’s degree I[...]
June 2014
YWCA Blog: Multicultural programming
Last January PLC staff and practicum students built this amazing Chinese New Year dragon for their winter celebration event. Today is Canadian Multiculturalism Day, a day designated by the Government of Canada as[...]
YWCA Blog: One year flood anniversary
Today marks one year since the June floods submerged Calgary and left many of its residents scrambling to find a safe and dry place to sleep. During the crisis, YWCA clients were evacuated and several[...]
VIDEO: YWCA group counselling
YWCA Adult Clinical Services is a healthy relationship program open to anyone. The program is primarily a group counselling program, built to help clients better deal with family violence with peers experiencing similar circumstances. Group[...]
From receptionist to CEO of BOWEN
Guest blog post from YWCA board member Shannon Bowen-Smed, President & CEO of BOWEN. This is an excerpt of her acceptance speech for the Alberta Women Entrepreneur’s 2014 Celebration of Achievement award, given on May[...]
May 2014
YWCA Blog: Triple P Positive Parenting Program
The Triple P – Positive Parenting Program is designed to prevent – as well as treat – behavioural and emotional problems in children and teenagers. Since 2009, YWCA Parent Link Corridor has been providing free[...]