Women's Centre of Calgary

The Women’s Centre of Calgary is a grassroots community organization offering women opportunities to both receive and provide support, connect with others and build community through a variety of programs. Our trust-based work, supported by more than 550 active volunteers, is centered on a philosophy of women helping women.

At the Women’s Centre, we believe in the potential of every woman, and that women are strong and capable. All of our work is done within our unique Community Capacity Building Peer Model. One of the strengths of our Peer Model is that it fosters flexibility for women to give back in whatever ways they can, and starting from where they are at. All women can contribute differently and equitably at the Centre. Our approach welcomes and encourages a full diversity of culture, experience and skills.

We work to provide a safe community space for women to connect with others and learn new things. Every year, we offer more than 200 free, volunteer-delivered workshops and groups and severalcommunity building events. While the Centre is open to all women, more than 90% of the women who access our services are living in poverty. In response, we offer a variety of free drop-in resources, including assistance with basic needs. We also advocate for systemic and policy changes aimed at addressing the root causes of women’s issues through our work for change.

Our Mission: To be every woman’s place for support, connections and community.

Our Vision: Women supporting communities, communities supporting women.