Blog Posts from 2019

Friday, December 20, 2019 - 11:16

The Joy of Giving Back - Roberta's Story

For Roberta Beiser, the desire to give back to her community began at a young age. In high school, she became involved with the Hi-Y Club, a former...
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Wednesday, December 18, 2019 - 11:44

Canada’s First Second-Stage Transition House Turns 40 – Mira’s Story

Social Change
This year marks the 40th anniversary of YWCA Munroe House, Canada’s first second-stage transition house. While “it’s complicated to ‘celebrate’ four...
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Wednesday, December 11, 2019 - 10:00

How Climate Change Impacts Women Disproportionately

Social Change
There are many worthwhile moments to highlight in this past year’s global calls for climate action. Here in Canada, the House of Common declared a...
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Monday, December 2, 2019 - 15:17

Grand Opening: YWCA Pacific Spirit Terrace and Fire Hall No. 5

YWCA News & Events
Families and Fire Trucks: Fire Hall and Housing for Single Mothers and Their Children Open in Innovative Building Vancouver Fire Rescue Services (...
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Monday, November 25, 2019 - 08:40

How to Show Support, Stand in Solidarity this December 6th

Community, Social Change, YWCA News & Events
National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women December 6, 2019 marks 30 years since 14 women were murdered at L’Ecole...
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Thursday, November 14, 2019 - 10:46

YWCA Music Programs

Community
Moms make melodies and memories with their babies Music has the ability to transform lives and connect people. “Music can change the world,”...
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Thursday, November 14, 2019 - 10:13

Reframing the Approach to FASD Prevention and Treatment

Community, YWCA News & Events
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is the leading cause of preventable developmental disability among Canadian children. 1 The result of prenatal...
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Thursday, November 14, 2019 - 09:55

YWCA Housing Update | Fall 2019

YWCA News & Events
Celebrating 40 years, a grand opening & a new housing community YWCA Metro Vancouver continues to seek partnerships to provide more housing for...
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Friday, November 8, 2019 - 11:47

Giving Teens the Tools They Need to Date Safe

Community, YWCA News & Events
Did you know that 54% of girls between ages 15 and 19 experience sexual coercion in dating relationships 1 or that youth experiencing violence,...
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Thursday, November 7, 2019 - 10:18

New YWCA Employment Programs Address the Unique Needs of Diverse Communities

Community, YWCA News & Events
Canada’s unemployment rate has fluctuated between 5.4 and 5.8% in 2019, with record-breaking employment gain in the spring. While these numbers are...
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