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Wednesday, September 5, 2018 - 14:31

Building Lasting Connections Through Mentorship

Every year the YWCA High School Mentorship Program matches grade 11 and 12 girls with professional female mentors in their prospective career field...
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Wednesday, September 5, 2018 - 11:16

Deb Bryant Named Incoming CEO of YWCA Metro Vancouver

YWCA News & Events
VANCOUVER, BC (September 5, 2018) — YWCA Metro Vancouver announced today the appointment of a new Chief Executive Officer. Deb Bryant, CEO with the...
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Monday, August 27, 2018 - 14:02

YWCA Thrift Shop: 5 Tips for a Successful Thrift

Community
You might know about the YWCA Thrift Shop, one of the three social enterprises that help fund YWCA programs and services. Visiting the YWCA Thrift...
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Monday, August 13, 2018 - 15:04

We're Making a Bold Statement Against Sexualization

Social Change
NSFW. Not Safe For Work – if an email lands in your inbox during your work or school day containing this warning in the subject line, open with...
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Friday, August 10, 2018 - 12:44

Who Inspires You? Nominations for the 36th Annual Women of Distinction Awards Open Soon

YWCA News & Events
For 35 years, the YWCA Women of Distinction Awards has recognized and honoured extraordinary women leaders, while raising much-needed funds for YWCA...
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Wednesday, August 1, 2018 - 10:26

Pride 2018 Events in Vancouver

Community
Vancouver is home to a large and diverse LGBTQ2+ community. This past May, Vancouver City Council declared 2018 “The Year of the Queer” in Vancouver...
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Tuesday, July 31, 2018 - 09:53

Free or Low-Cost Summer Activities for Families in Metro Vancouver

Community
Metro Vancouver is the best place to be when the sun is shining. Unfortunately, summer around here goes by fast. Before you know it, the kids are...
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Wednesday, July 25, 2018 - 11:47

Single Parent Employment Initiative Removes Barriers to Meaningful Employment

Social Change
In British Columbia, there are 17,000 single parents with 26,000 children on income and disability assistance. For most of these parents, being on...
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Monday, July 23, 2018 - 09:05

It's Never Too Late to Learn How to Swim

Health + Fitness Centre
When running began to impact her joints, Meera Bawa knew it was time for a new exercise routine. By chance, she ran into her elementary school...
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Tuesday, July 17, 2018 - 11:01

Our Shared Role in Reconciliation

Community, Social Change
Advancing Reconciliation is critical to breaking down barriers to equality and building resilient, sustainable communities. We recognize the ongoing...
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