– #YWGAMECHANGER – LEVEL THE PLAYING FIELD – EQUITY FOR WOMEN IN SPORTS – #YWGAMECHANGER – LEVEL THE PLAYING FIELD – EQUITY FOR WOMEN IN SPORTS
ADVANCING EQUITY IN WOMEN’S SPORTS
Sport has the power to change lives — but only if everyone has the chance to play.
This year, YWHISPER 2026 takes the stage with a bold theme: #YWGAMECHANGER is a call to action to challenge inequities, celebrate progress, and champion a future where every woman and girl athlete has equal access to opportunity, recognition, and support.
Featuring Christine Sinclair, legendary Canadian soccer player and advocate for gender equity, the evening will explore how we can all be a #YWGAMECHANGER by creating inclusive systems that empower women and girls to thrive on and off the field.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER:
CHRISTINE SINCLAIR
A Legend. A Leader.
A Game Changer.
A Game Changer.
“When I was growing up, you didn’t know there was a women’s national team. Now girls grow up dreaming of playing for Canada”
– Christine Sinclair
Christine Sinclair is the all-time leading goal scorer in international soccer — a record-breaking captain who redefined what’s possible for women in sport. A three-time Olympic medalist, she’s as respected for her leadership and resilience as for her achievements on the field.
Off the pitch, Christine uses her platform to advocate for equity in sport and inspire the next generation to take up space, push boundaries, and change the game for good.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Be a #YWGAMECHANGER.
When you sponsor the YWHISPER Gala, you’re standing with women and girls across our community.
Your partnership fuels programs that help women build safety, confidence, and opportunity while aligning your brand with community, leadership, and lasting social impact.
Why partner with us?
- Visibility with an engaged audience committed towards a thriving community.
- Credibility through alignment with Calgary’s longest-serving women’s organization.
- Local impact you can see, your sponsorship changes lives here at home.
To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, contact Jill Richardson at jrichardson@ywcalgary.ca
WATCH THE EXPERIENCE
2026 EVENT LEADERSHIP COMMITTEE
Honourary Chair: Jane McCaig
Chair: Megan Luu
Manhar Cheema
Pritma Dhillon-Chattha
Meghan Harris-Ngae
Micaela Hartslief
Morgan Hendy
Joanne Hunt
Heather McDermid
Margo Neiles
Judith Sparkes
Molly Tonken
WHY IT MATTERS
Since 2011, the YWHISPER Gala has raised nearly $6 million to support YW Calgary’s mission of empowering women and families to thrive safely and equitably.
Your ticket helps fund programs that:
- Prevent domestic violence and trauma
- Support mental wellness and financial resilience
- Create opportunities for women and their families to thrive
When we invest in equity, we all win.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: March 4, 2026 | Location: BMO Centre
Be part of the movement. Be a #YWGAMECHANGER
