United Way of Calgary and Area

Congratulations to ARC Resources Ltd. for receiving the Quantum Leap < 250 Award! ARC Resources’ campaign was made possible by a small but mighty planning committee, who worked tirelessly to engage employees in events, facilitated education activities, Day of Caring opportunities, and more. Backed by leadership support, employees were empowered to participate in volunteerism and learn about United Way’s partner agencies over the course of this expanded campaign.... Learn more about their campaign below: https://calgaryunitedway.org/community-impact-awards/ #BeUnited

We are thrilled by City of Calgary Your Local Government Council's support of the Mental Health and Addictions Strategy today! Mental health is a universal issue, and this community-led strategy will establish a coordinated network of mental health and addiction services for those in need. Looking forward to continuing this work with the additional support! #ConnectTheDotsYYC

Don't forget! Do you need help filing your taxes? Check out some free resources below to help those living on a low-income file taxes, courtesy of our partners Momentum, Vibrant Communities Calgary - VCC, and City of Calgary Your Local Government! https://enoughforall.ca/action/tax-filing-help... #TaxFiling2020 #File4FreeYYC

Our 2020 Community Impact Awards continue! Congratulations to Pembina Pipeline Corporation for receiving the Award of Excellence > 250 employees! Pembina stopped at nothing to ensure an engaging experience for employees, all while transitioning to a virtual campaign. ... They offered employees the opportunity to learn about social issues, participate in volunteering through our Community Hubs, contribute to collection drives, and try their luck at a 50/50 draw. Pembina also raised funds through a silent auction, wine raffle, record-setting cheese bun sales, and an exciting wrap-up event at Zoolights. Pembina matched 100% of the money raised at special events to bolster the success of the campaign. Thank you, Pembina, for your dedication to our communities and Calgary! Don't forget to see all the award nominees and recipients on our website: https://calgaryunitedway.org/community-impact-awards/ #BeUnited

Stress and anxiety is increasing as the pandemic continues. We sat down with Karen Gallagher-Burt, Director of Community Engagement at Canadian Mental Health Association - Calgary Region to chat about how the pandemic is impacting our mental health, and tips to support ourselves and our communities. Learn more on the website: https://calgaryunitedway.org//practicing-self-compassion-/

211 is a free, confidential Canada-wide service that connects you with social programs and services near you! Help raise awareness and celebrate 211 Day by using #HelpStartsHere and #211DayCanada.

Today is National Send A Card to A Friend Day, A.K.A. the perfect opportunity to send a little love to a physically-distanced coworker, friend or special someone! #CardsForAll at London Drugs are back! Designed to help more people share their love for each other, the cards also feature art from local Canadian artists and illustrators. Check out the full line up of cards in-store and online today, and show someone just how much you care: www.londondrugs.com/cards-for-all

We're hiring! There are three positions currently open for a Corporate Account Manager, a Community Impact Strategist, and a Community Hubs Liaison. Learn and apply on the website! https://calgaryunitedway.org/about-us/careers/

Join The Social Impact Lab for their next zoomcast on January 20 at 2pm, to explore the changing role employers have to support well-being in the workplace, especially during these challenging times. Guest speakers will include Connie Jakab, Senior Manager of Wellness, Wellness Innovate; Jason Gotwalt, Director, sales and Partnerships, headversity; and Terry Sydoryk, CEO, Chaordix. RSVP today!

If you have a couple of hours to spare, the Calgary Seniors' Resource Society can help you fill themthey're currently recruiting volunteers! Read more via @CBCNews: https://www.cbc.ca//senior-transportation-volunteer-vaccin And, a special thank you to our donors. You investment supports work like this in #yyc! ... #BeUnited

#CardsForAll at London Drugs are back! Designed to help more people share their love for each other, the cards also feature art from local Canadian artists and illustrators. So, whether you want to show a coworker, friend or that special someone that you care, you're covered in more than 5 languages! 100% of all proceeds will also support United Way's COVID-19 Community Response Fund to support initiatives in the communities where we serve. ... Check out the full line up of cards in-store and online today: www.londondrugs.com!

January can feel a little tougher than other months as we settle into a new year. It's the perfect time to be kind to each other, and ourselves. If you or someone you know needs support, dial 2-1-1 to be connected to supports available in your community. #UnitedApart

Throwback to March last year, when community mental health advocate, Karen McPherson, shared her story around mental health. Mental health is an issue that affects everyone, whether directly or indirectly, and a mental health issue shouldn’t be what stands between you and your dreams. Read her full story:

Meet our next Founding Ambassador! Rachel Wade pushes the boundaries of inclusion and diversity in corporate Calgary through her company, Including You Consulting. She is also currently the Manager of Global Diversity & Inclusion, Culture & Engagement for Parkland Fuel. Learn more about why she chose to be an Ambassador below!

ICYMI: Here are 10 ways you can give back and make a difference in 2021! Take a look! #UnitedApart

This year was full of surprises and challenges, but we will always remember 2020 for the way our community showed their local lovewith compassion and kindness. Watch the video, and be inspired for the chance we all have to end this year with compassion and kindness. #UnitedApart

2020 will always be the year that we stood united, apart. It's the year that challenged us to keep each other safe through physical distancing, while highlighting just how important social connection is for all of us. 2021 is a year to build on the incredible outpouring of care, connection and compassion we've seen over the last 365 days! Happy New Year, Calgary!... #UnitedApart

Vibrant Communities Calgary - VCC has released Calgary's 2020 Poverty Snapshot for more on how 2020 has affected the most vulnerable among us!

The clock is ticking! Help improve lives right hereacross our communitiesnext year by beating the tax deadline tonight! #BeUnited. Give today: https://www.gifttool.com/donations/Donate?ID=1833&AID=888

With today being National Child Day, you might be wondering how you can make a difference for the youth in your life? Making sure kids have natural supports and trusting relationships in their lives is critical. Learn how you can build your natural support skills with this tool from The Social Impact Lab. #BeUnited

The moments of connection and compassion that define us a community are more important than ever. Even though we can’t gather physically at the moment, we can still stand #UnitedApart to support vulnerable Calgarians: www.unitedapart.ca

ICYMI: The needs across our communities are great, and the social agencies that serve people in need have had to adapt to meet high demand. Learn from Jeff Dyer, CEO of Trellis, about how they're moving forward. United, we make the biggest difference! ... #BeUnited

ICYMI: As we get closer to wrapping up this year, Calgarians are being asked to rally behind their community at a time when their support is needed most. Here are 6 tips to maximizing the impact of your charitable giving! #BeUnited

In case you missed it! People that have never had to turn to social services for help are reaching out for the first time. Learn how the agencies on the frontlines of service delivery are responding, and why united, we make the biggest difference. #BeUnited

Special thanks to Shell Canada's Country Chair Michael Crothers for nominating our COO Beth Gignac to share her #3Things4Neighbours, supporting her neighbours, community, and city. Small acts of kindness have ripples of positive impact that swell to waves of change across our communities; and we're excited to tag David Stewart of Swish Salon, John Vardalos of J5 Design, and Tim McKay of Canadian Natural to share their 3 things 4 neighbours! #BeUnited

"Since March, 211 Calgary and Area has had more than 73,000 contacts from people seeking help for issues ranging from mental health challenges to lack of food." That's a 34% increase over the same period in 2019. Rob Yager, President and CEO of United Way of the Alberta Capital Region, and Karen Young, President and CEO of United Way of Calgary and Area, shared their thoughts on using the lessons of COVID-19 to rebuild our communities.... Read the full piece in the Calgary Herald:

Today is National Philanthropy Day, celebrating the philanthropic spirit, giving, volunteering and charitable engagement that makes it possible for us to build stronger, more resilient communities where everyone thrives. Be part of something bigger than ourselves, and create ripples of positive impact across our local communitiesgive today: www.calgaryunitedway.org/be-united... #BeUnited

This year has been especially difficult for many people in Calgary and area who have been struggling. On National Philanthropy Day, we're sending a very special thank you to those who give when they can to improve local lives. United, we make the biggest difference! ... www.calgaryunitedway.org/be-united/ #BeUnited

Next week is the Annual Métis Week, and in celebration, we're hosting three sessions on November 18th to celebrate! Each of these sessions are designed to educate and explore different aspects of the Métis culture and identity. Register for one or all of them, here: