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Tag: COVID-19
2 intense years: 211 steps up for Calgary
It’s February 11th, which means it’s time to check in with 211.
Community Impact, COVID-19, Domestic Violence, Mental Health, Social IsolationBlue Monday is fake, but your feelings are real
Seasonal depression is very real, especially when compounded with the pandemic. It’s vital that we...
COVID-19, Mental Health, Social IsolationWhat we’re doing with our half of the 50/50 jackpot
The great thing about 50/50 draws is that half of the jackpot goes to a...
Basic Needs, Community Impact, COVID-19United in Ending Domestic Violence
For over 30 years, Sagesse has been empowering people, organizations, and communities to break the cycle...
Community Impact, COVID-19, Domestic Violence, Mental HealthENMAX increases support to United Way's Basic Needs fund
Recognizing the growing complexities of need due to the pandemic, ENMAX is increasing its ongoing...
Basic Needs, Community Impact, COVID-19Creating pathways of reconciliation in Calgary with Miskanawah
Our 2021 Campaign Co Chairs Michael Crothers and Janet Soles had the opportunity to visit...
Community Impact, COVID-19, Domestic Violence, Intergenerational TraumaShell Canada Country Chair on why giving back is critical
When you've been active in a community for more than 80 years, you have the...
#DoLocalGood, Community Impact, COVID-19Celebrating United Way Month
September is a special month in our city. It is a time to pause and...
Community Impact, COVID-19Seniors and tech: How seniors used technology to feel less lonely
In the wake of the pandemic, the “digital divide” has become even more evident. As...
Basic Needs, Community Impact, COVID-19, Social Isolation2020 Annual Impact Report launched!
For most people, 2020 was the year of the COVID-19 pandemic. For United Way of...
CEO, Community Impact, COVID-19Local agencies step up to help families through a tough year
On May 15, we celebrate the International Day of Families. The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted...
Community Impact, COVID-19, Social IsolationThe untold consequences of COVID-19: Kids mental health
The pandemic has been particularly challenging for youth, especially in relation to their mental health....
Community Impact, COVID-19, Mental HealthIn the spirit of our journey to promote reconciliation, we would like to honour the truth of our shared history and acknowledge Treaty 7 territory and the traditional lands of the Blackfoot Confederacy, that includes the Kainai, Siksika, and Piikani First Nations. We acknowledge the traditional lands of the Tsuut'ina First Nation, and the Stoney Nakoda, including the Chiniki, Bearspaw, and Wesley First Nations. We would also like to recognize the Métis people and the Inuit people who have made their home here in Mohk'insstsis, also known as Calgary.