As we wind down the last week of school, find out how Ash's relationship with an All In for Youth Success Coach gave her the strength to reach for her goals: calgaryunitedway.org/lives-changed/
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Check out this blog from our archives on how we can be strong allies for the LGBTQI2S community year round, not just during Pride Month. It holds just as true today as it did then! 🌈
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If you're looking to chat with your kids about what it means to be an ally to the Indigenous Community, check out this insightful article on CBC Kids News that provides valuable guidance.
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Celebrate Aboriginal Awareness Week's Family Day Festival & Powwow on June 24 at Calgary Stampede-Elbow River Camp! Experience Canada's Indigenous culture with a Powwow, Handgames, pancake breakfast, and more.
More info: aawc.ca/public-event/n
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Our panel discussion explored the topic of legacy in philanthropy and the impact that establishing philanthropic legacy can have on the community to create lasting social change!
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On Tuesday, we hosted our ‘Twentea’ event, celebrating donors that have been giving to United Way of Calgary and Area for 20 years! A big shout out to our event sponsor, Sagium, for the incredible event.
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We want to extend our gratitude to our Indigenous staff, volunteers and community members for sharing their unique knowledge and ways of knowing to help foster a deeper understanding of Indigenous perspectives.
Learn more about our Indigenous Strategy:
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For generations, many Indigenous Peoples and communities have celebrated their culture and heritage on or near the summer solstice. On #NIPD2023 , it's important to remember our recognition should extend beyond a month, week or day, ensuring continuous support throughout the year
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Register here:
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Join and our friends from with your banners, signs, and flags as they walk from the Harry Hays Building to Fort Calgary tomorrow morning at 8AM. The walk is followed by a vibrant outdoor gathering featuring drummers, dancers, and speeches.
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In honour of #NationalIndigenousPeoplesDay, the Walk for Reconciliation brings people together to reflect on the painful history of residential schools, to honour the resilience of survivors, and to take steps towards healing and unity.
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Our President and CEO was front and centre during the 2013 floods. Learn about how we are staying prepared for the future:
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The week-long celebration empowers the next generation to reclaim their identity and legacy through language and culture by being positive role models in the community.
We’ll be sharing resources and events throughout the week, come and help us celebrate!
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This week is Aboriginal Awareness Week in Calgary and the theme ‘Keeping the Circle Strong’ shines a light on the pride of the First Nations, Metis, and Inuit communities.
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Today is the 10th anniversary of the 2013 Alberta Floods. Join us as we take a look back at how our community came together to help our neighbours recover from the devastating natural disaster.
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We encourage everyone to take a moment this weekend to celebrate Neighbour Day and remember the spirit that lifted our communities when we needed it the most!
We are approaching the 10th anniversary of the 2013 Alberta floods. It was a time when so many of us reached out to help and support our neighbours in the face of adversity, creating friendships that last to this day.
#yycNeighbourDay
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Recently representatives from Planet Youth Calgary joined the President of Iceland, Dr. Guðni Th. Jóhannesson alongside Planet Youth members from Iceland for a roundtable discussion in Ottawa. Learn more about how Calgary's Indigenous parallels caused great excitement
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A massive congratulations to Elders Dr. Reg and Rose Crowshoe on receiving the City of Calgary Community Achievement Award: Grant MacEwan Lifetime Achievement!
Read more about their incredible work: calgary.ca/awards/calgary
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