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: Tickets on sale
WHAT: The YWCA WHYWHISPER Fundraising Gala brings the community together for a formal evening to elevate the voices of women. The event features dinner and cocktails, an art and diamond raffle, a live auction and[...]
Media Advisory: Ending family violence is no small “feet”
WHAT: YWCA WALK A MILE IN HER SHOES® raises funds to help the YWCA of Calgary to provide shelter and support to women and their children who are fleeing family violence. This fun and light-hearted[...]
MEDIA RELEASE: MARTIN LUTHER KING III ANNOUNCED AS GALA KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Media Release June 25, 2015 MARTIN LUTHER KING III ANNOUNCED AS GALA KEYNOTE SPEAKER The YWCA of Calgary (YWCA) is thrilled to announce the keynote speaker for the 5th Annual YWCA WHYWHISPER Fundraising Gala will[...]
Media Advisory: YWCA Report to Community
Media Advisory June 24, 2015 YWCA OF CALGARY – 2014-2015 REPORT TO COMMUNITY The YWCA of Calgary (YWCA) supported more than 8,300 women and their families in 2014 and saw the average length of stay[...]
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[...]