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The power of partnerships
On June 30th, Heather MacDonald, United Way’s Chief Operating Officer, retired after 27 years of service. Heather has been a wonderful partner who was passionate and knowledgeable about the social...
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Reinforcing an Old Paradigm: The Walrus Talks Philanthropy
I had the wonderful opportunity and privilege to attend The Walrus Talks – Philanthropy in Calgary. It was a packed house at Theatre Junction Grand bringing out well-known philanthropists, corporate...
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It’s not a “donation.” It’s an investment.
Dr. Lucy Miller, President & CEO of United Way of Calgary and Area was one of eight speakers at The Walrus Talks Philanthropy, which took place in Calgary on September 17th. Speakers included Craig...
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Former newspaper publisher releases book on timeless practices for good...
CALGARY – Former newspaper publisher Dan Gaynor has been working on the manuscript of a new book on leadership for about the past 10 years. Over that decade, he’s developed timeless principles and...
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Nordstrom gives back to community at store opening
It’s been quite some time since the city has seen the likes of the Nordstrom at Chinook Centre Opening Gala held Sept. 17. The sold-out gala — held in the stunning, new 140,000-square-foot store — was...
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United Way celebrates record-breaking campaign and worries about impact of...
With a spectacular view of the city and mountains to the west, the United Way of Calgary took to the top of the Bow Tower on Tuesday to announce a record-breaking $59.7 million raised in 2014, its 75th...
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It's one for the record books for the United Way
United Way of Calgary took to the top of the Bow Tower on Tuesday to announce a record-breaking $59.7 million raised in 2014 even as it looks toward an uncertain future in what could be one of their...
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YYC Connects online
The United Way Teams up with Corporate Calgary to Support Identified Needs in the Community with a new website called YYC Connects.
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Yedlin: United Way, corporate Calgary team up to help in hard times
A new website went live at 5:30 a.m. Monday in Calgary. YYCConnects.com is a volunteer portal launched by the United Way to connect corporate Calgary with the growing needs of not-for-profit agencies...
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Vital Signs: Calgarians resilient despite recent downturn
Calgary has weathered tough economic times — and there may be more ahead — but an annual survey of citizens released Tuesday shows many people are facing the challenges with a degree of optimism....
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Province invites payday loan stakeholders to participate in online survey
As it looks to revamp payday loan regulations by next spring, the province is asking Albertans to share their experiences and opinions of the industry through an online survey. Flanked by advocacy...
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Miller: All it takes is one person to make a difference for young people
There is no denying that 2015 was a tough year. Sometimes it feels like we can’t fix all of the problems in front of us, but we’ve faced adversity together before Calgary, and I’ve seen what we’re...
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Calgarians step up to raise $55.2M in 2015 United Way campaign
Despite a year that saw a large rise in need for local support services, those who could give, did — a lot. The United Way announced Wednesday its 2015 fundraising campaign raised $55.2 million in the...
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You Define our Unique and Wonderful City
Spring is one of my favourite times of the year. I love how the city landscape changes entirely. The snow melts, trees and plants blossom and there’s this tremendous sense of rejuvenation. It inspired...
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Calgary United Way announces new president and CEO
The new CEO and president of the United Way of Calgary and Area will bring with her more than a quarter century of experience working with the city’s communities and empowering them to be their own...
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Enough for all: Calgarians urged to take stand against poverty
One in 10 Calgarians live in poverty and an ambitious new community-driven strategy aims to change that by reducing poverty in Calgary by 50 per cent by the year 2023. Through videos and speeches,...
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