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Dive into layers of race and gender discrimination
On March 6, 2025, YW Calgary is honoured to welcome Dr. Kimberlé Crenshaw at the 13th annual YWHISPER Gala – a rare opportunity[...]
Finding Safety and Shelter with Your Furry Companions
It’s been over a year since we’ve opened the doors to YW Calgary’s expanded and fully pet-friendly crisis shelter – and what a[...]
Donating to charity in your Will: The why and the how
Did you know that, as part of your Will, you can set aside money for charity? You may have heard this called planned[...]
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Voted one of Maclean’s Top 100 Charities of 2020,
YW Calgary focuses on enhancing women’s well-being
while advocating for equity.
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