The Women’s Centre of Calgary (El Centro de Mujeres de Calgary) está buscando voluntarias que hablen inglés y español para el puesto de “Peer Support Volunteer.” En los últimos meses hemos estado recibiendo más y más mujeres que sólo hablan español y vienen al Centro porque necesitan nuestro apoyo con información, referencias para otras agencias …
We are currently recruiting volunteers for an upcoming Casino fundraiser. Volunteer with a friend and have a great night supporting women in your community. It’s a great way to get involved for busy people with full schedules or retirees with some extra time. Food and coffee are provided. No previous experience necessary. This year we …
It’s the beginning of a new football season for the Calgary Stampeders and we are excited because we get to work with an amazing group of volunteers. To us, ushering at the games is not just a great way to raise funds for our programs but it gives us an opportunity to work with our incredible …
At the Women’s Centre, we believe that all women must have their basic needs met. Join us on June 1 for the Calgary Marathon to help us reach our goal of raising $20,000 for our Basic Needs program. Race options include a 5km walk or run, 10km, half marathon or full marathon. Everyone is welcome! Leading …
Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo says: “The power of one, if fearless and focused, is formidable, but the power of many working together is better.” The Women’s Centre could not run without the many helpers who lend their time, hearts and resources, and our upcoming move is no exception! Throughout the next few weeks, we are in need of …
To the more than 200 dedicated individuals who helped us survive another football season – a sincere and heartfelt thank you to each and every one of you. Your support continues to makes a huge difference in the lives of many women in our city. Ushers play an important role at football games. They help …
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Congratulations to Women’s Centre volunteer, Deb Lee! Deb was recently recognized by the Canada Sports Hall of Fame as the 2013 Everyday Sports Hero™ for her volunteer work in the Bridgeland-Riverside community. The Everyday Sports Hero™ Program is “a national program that promotes, recognizes, and celebrates the grassroots community leaders that make participation and leadership …
Our baking pick-up volunteers make sure fresh bread and baking is delivered to the Women’s Centre every Wednesday. Because of their hard work and dedication, we are able to include bread as an option for women who access our Thursday food program and fresh baked goods for women and children who visit the Centre. Meet …
Jaime Emond, volunteer workshop facilitator at the Women’s Centre, has found a way to blend her love for dance with her passion for giving back to the community. According to Jaime, belly dancing is a great way to bring people together and break down barriers in how we view our bodies. “It is an unfortunate …
Fifteen years ago the Women’s Centre opened its doors with the help of 74 volunteers from the community. Today, more than 500 extraordinary people donate their time, skills, and hearts to support the Women’s Centre’s work. Volunteers enable more than 160 women to receive support each and every day at the Women’s Centre. At our …