Media Releases
For over a century, we’ve provided a range of services for women and their families struggling with poverty, homelessness, domestic abuse and isolation. As part of our supportive role, we also speak out in ways that educate the community about the oppression, inequity and constrained choices that women experience.
Here, you’ll find our latest press releases and media advisories. For media interviews or to request photos or videos, please contact our communications team.
MEDIA ADVISORY: KEEP A ROOF OVER THEIR HEADS
Media Advisory May 5, 2015 YWCA KEEP A ROOF OVER THEIR HEADS® EVENT On May 7, 2015, the YWCA of Calgary is hosting its 8th annual YWCA KEEP A ROOF OVER THEIR HEADS® fundraising event,[...]
PRESS RELEASE: YWCA PARENT LINK CORRIDOR JOINS THE CELEBRATION
CALGARY, February 20, 2015 - YWCA Parent Link Corridor will join in the celebration of the ten year anniversary of Alberta’s provincial network of Parent Link Centres. More than 50 YWCA Parent Link families will gather[...]
Press Release: YWCA OF CALGARY LIGHTS THE NIGHT TO END VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN
Recognizing the 25th anniversary of gender-based massacre CALGARY, Wednesday, December 3, 2014 – Nationally, YWCAs across Canada are calling for dramatic action to end violence against women and girls. YWCA Canada, the nation’s oldest and[...]
Press Release: Erin Brockovich
CALGARY, November 20, 2014 –The 4th annual YWCA WHYWHISPER Fundraising Gala will be held this evening with keynote speaker Erin Brockovich. Millions watched her story portrayed on the big screen, but few know the real[...]
PRESS RELEASE – ERIN BROCKOVICH
For Immediate Release June 19, 2014 Calgary, Alberta – The YWCA of Calgary (YWCA) proudly announced that Erin Brockovich will be the keynote speaker at the 4th Annual YWCA WHYWHISPER Fundraising Gala held on November[...]
MEDIA ADVISORY: BRASSO BBQ
Brasso Nissan is celebrating 45 years in Calgary by giving back to the community and supporting vulnerable women fleeing family violence. Family violence is a preventable, yet pervasive issue that can affect anyone, of any[...]
YWCA of Calgary seeks partner for downtown development opportunity
Calgary, AB – April 7, 2014 - YWCA of Calgary seeks partner for downtown development opportunity The YWCA of Calgary this morning issued a request for an Expression of Interest (EOI) seeking submissions from property[...]
Press Release: Off the Streets
Coreen*, a YWCA of Calgary client who struggled with homelessness and addiction, is speaking up in support of the YWCA Winter Emergency Response (WER) program. “When I arrived at the YWCA, I was at my[...]
Provincial shelter statistics supported by YWCA shelter data
For immediate release Calgary, AB – Shelters for women fleeing family violence remain consistently full and women are staying longer according to data released today by a provincial association of shelters and the YWCA of[...]
Opinions: support of Calgarians more critical than ever
For Immediate Release... Calgary, AB - During the hustle and bustle of the holiday season it’s easy to forget there are people on the front lines still supporting those reeling from the aftermath of the[...]
Media Advisory: All Our Sisters
National initiative provides voice to women experiencing homelessness Women experiencing poverty and homelessness usually don’t have a voice, even though women comprise 25 per cent of the visible homeless population in Calgary. To unite voices[...]
3rd annual YWCA WHYWHISPER Fundraising Gala a Success!
Special guest speaker Naomi Judd shared inspiration and hope while speaking up and speaking out for vulnerable women in Calgary. Calgary, Alberta – November 18, 2013 – The YWCA of Calgary (YWCA) once again encouraged Calgarians[...]