CONNECTIONS
JUNE 2022
Shaw Birdies for Kids
Each year, the Shaw Charity Classic crowns one golf champion and over 200 charity winners. Support our girls’ program today and have your donations matched by up to 50%.
The Women’s Centre is a participating Shaw Birdies for Kids presented by AltaLink charity partner. All donations made through the link below will be matched and will support the Girls' Programs.
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR SUPPORT!!!
UPDATES IN AND AROUND OUR COMMUNITY
Social Issues Readings




We use our social issues readings section to share articles on current events and analysis on a variety of topics. Sign up for our Social Issues Readings newsletter for more!

Join us for a discussion on educating, busting myths about Indigenous-focused movements, and calling on non-Indigenous folks to join in the fight to “Taking Real Action.” This event will bring the public focus to this significant movement and how community solidarity can end the exploitation of Indigenous people.

To register, please email RSVP@womenscentrecalgary.org or call us at (403) 264-1155
Did You Know That The Women's Centre is Now a Food Bank Depot?

Women can pick up their Food bank hampers on Mondays or Tuesdays at the Women’s Centre (39 - 4 Street NE). Please call (403) 264-1155 or stop by the Centre for details and to make a referral.
Tax Clinics

Women’s Centre volunteers can prepare taxes for low-income women. While doing the taxes, volunteers provide information on how to access associated benefits such as:

  1. GST rebate
  2. Canada child tax benefits
  3. provincial child health benefits
  4. assistance with other forms

For more information and drop-in information this June, call us at (403) 264-1155 or stop by the Centre.

Want to know what’s under your car hood? Come and learn some basic mechanic skills, including training and tips to keep you safe on the road. This event is open to all who identify as women.

To register, please email RSVP@womenscentrecalgary.org or call us at (403) 264-1155

Join us for an Employment Skills Workshop focusing on writing a resume. This employment workshop is the second of three workshops supporting women with employment, the third of which will cover interview skills. Computers will be available to participants at a limited capacity. This event is open to all who identify as women. 

To register, please email RSVP@womenscentrecalgary.org or call us at (403) 264-1155
Indigenous History Month
June is National Indigenous History Month, a time dedicated to honouring the unique achievements and the history of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit communities across Canada.

Meet us at 11 A.M. on Monday, June 20 in front of the Women's Centre, and we will walk as a group to attend the 2022 Aboriginal Awareness Week Opening Ceremonies at the Calgary Stampede Elbow River Camp to celebrate the diversity and rich history of the Indigenous people of Canada. RSVP here.

For more ways to celebrate Indigenous history and culture this month, please visit the Aboriginal Awareness Week Calgary website for a full calendar of events.
Book Club (In-Person)
Join us this summer for book clubs at the Women’s Centre! We will enjoy refreshments, chat, learn and share our thoughts on the books “A Mind Spread Out on the Ground” by Alicia Elliott and “If I Go Missing” by Brianna Jonnie. Drop-ins are welcome!

Book summaries will be provided each week to support our reading and discussions!

To register, please email RSVP@womenscentrecalgary.org or call us at (403) 264-1155
Artist in Residence Finale Celebration (In-Person)
Join us in-person on Wednesday, June 29, 6:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. at the Women’s Centre as we celebrate the Artists in Residence that have joined us from September - June. Food and drinks will be provided! There will be time to chat with artists and explore their artwork, as well as the workshops they have done at the Women’s Centre!

To register, please email RSVP@womenscentrecalgary.org or call us at (403) 264-1155
Girls Summer Programs
This summer, the Women's Centre is offering FREE girls leadership programs for girls going into grades 5-9. There are online and in-person program options. All supplies are provided, and there are free lunch meals and bus tickets for in-person programs.

To save your spot now and sign up, email Era@womencentrecalgary.org or call us at (403) 264-1155
Girls Lead YYC
If you are a high-school student looking to get involved in community projects, this program is for you! For 7 weeks, once a week, join us at the Women’s Centre to learn how to get involved with leadership and activism in the community. 

To sign up, email Era@womencentrecalgary.org or call us at (403) 264-1155
JUNE WORKSHOPS SPOTLIGHT
June Workshops
For a full list of upcoming and ongoing workshops, and to register, view our calendar here.

Join us for a two-part beading workshop. Spots are limited.

Join us weekly to learn about the practice of Qi Gong meditation using breathing, visualization, simple body movements and sound to help balance energy.

This gentle moving meditation is a grounding practise that promotes focus, calmness and peace of mind. This practice is easy to learn and can be done by everyone at any age and fitness level. It can be practiced standing, seated or even lying down.

Chat about what matters to you! Join us in-person to talk about issues you care about, connect with women and enjoy coffee and snacks! These gatherings are open to all who identify as women

We are excited to be bringing back Creative Women Power to the Women’s Centre! Join us every 4th Wednesday of the month to get creative.

All supplies will be provided. This workshop is open to all who identify as women.
For more information on these workshops and events, please email RSVP@womenscentrecalgary.org or call us at (403) 264-1155
OPERATING HOURS
The Women's Centre will be open 9:30 A.M. - 8:00 P.M., Monday - Thursday,
and Friday 9:30 A.M. - 1:00 P.M.
Women's Centre of Calgary www.womenscentrecalgary.org