Indigenous perspective on “way of life, parenting, and kinship”
As part of the implementation plan for the Akak’stiman Indigenous Strategy, one of United Way’s key organizational commitments is to identify and co-create learning activities to build the internal capacity of United Way staff and external capacity with our partners. “Time for Ceremony” - Indigenous perspective on “way of life, parenting, and kinship” explores the
Bannock cooking class
United Way of Calgary and Area 600 - 105 12 Ave SE, Calgary, AB, CanadaJoin us in a demonstration of how to cook bannock and then have an opportunity to taste the bannock with tea.
Community Impact Awards
Calgary TELUS Convention Centre 136 8 Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta, CanadaCome to network, listen to impactful speeches and enjoy a three-course meal while we celebrate Calgary’s top companies.
Spirituality/Religion Session
United Way of Calgary and Area 600 - 105 12 Ave SE, Calgary, AB, CanadaJoin Elder Reg Crowshoe to learn teachings and concepts on "spirituality/religion" from an Indigenous perspective.
United She Can: Rising Voices, Building Hope
The Pioneer 117 8 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, CanadaThis inaugural signature event is a celebration of our collective impact as women, and allies, in philanthropy over the past year as well AND an opportunity to create connections with peers to inspire dialogue and collaboration into the future.
Discussion on the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s 94 Calls to Action (10 years later)
United Way of Calgary and Area 600 - 105 12 Ave SE, Calgary, AB, CanadaJoin an Knowledge Keeper to listen to an overview and update on the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action.
“Existing Camp, Old Camp, New Camp” Orientation/Refresher
United Way of Calgary and Area 600 - 105 12 Ave SE, Calgary, AB, CanadaJoin us for the orientation on the Indigenous concept of “Existing camp, Old camp, and New camp”
Annual General Meeting
Virtual EventJoin us as we demonstrate our collective impact in Calgary in 2024, and look ahead to the important difference we can continue to make together in 2025 and beyond.
Book Club “The Knowing”
United Way of Calgary and Area 600 - 105 12 Ave SE, Calgary, AB, Canada“When Berries and Medicines are Ripe” - Book Club “The Knowing” will offer participants an opportunity to read the novel prior to the Book Club gathering, and meet to discuss the themes, learnings, and emotional responses to what they had read.
15th Annual Connect Event
Grey Eagle Resort & Casino 3777 Grey Eagle Dr, Calgary, AB, CanadaThis year’s Connect Event falls on the 10-year anniversary of the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s report.
Sharing Circle 101 (protocols and etiquette)
United Way of Calgary and Area 600 - 105 12 Ave SE, Calgary, AB, Canada“When Berries and Medicines are Ripe” - Sharing Circle 101 will learn about what a sharing circle is; protocols as a participant; and etiquette throughout.
From Empathy to Action: Understanding Poverty in Our Community
Virtual EventJoin us virtually and participate in Make the Month, an interactive activity that will put you in the shoes of an individual living in poverty, as they navigating day-to-day choices on a limited income.
Sage Harvest (in Kananaskis)
Participate in sage picking in Kananaskis while learning the teachings of sage picking and its protocols.
Outdoor Day of Caring at Camp Bonaventure
Camp Bonaventure 1215 50 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, Alberta, CanadaJoin us for an inspiring Day of Caring, and be part of a community-driven initiative where you can make a real difference.