BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//United Way of Calgary and Area - ECPv6.18.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:United Way of Calgary and Area X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://calgaryunitedway.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for United Way of Calgary and Area REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Edmonton BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20240310T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20241103T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20250309T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20251102T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20260308T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20261101T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20270314T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20271107T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260917T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260917T203000 DTSTAMP:20260820T200810Z CREATED:20260811T200442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T200810Z UID:10000393-1789666200-1789677000@calgaryunitedway.org SUMMARY:GenNEXT: Beyond Small Talk DESCRIPTION:The best conversations aren’t always the easiest to start. \nThat’s why we’ve created an experience that makes genuine conversations feel effortless. \nOn September 17\, join GenNEXT for an interactive evening where curiosity meets thoughtfully designed prompts\, turning simple questions into lasting impressions. \nAll of that over good food\, drinks and even better company. \n\n Get tickets \n\n \n\n What to expect: \nIn a group\, you’ll rotate through four themed conversation stations\, exploring topics that shape how we live\, work and connect with one another. \n📚 Socioeconomic Well-being\nExplore opportunity\, financial stability and the experiences that shape everyday life. \n🧠 Mental Health\nReflect on resilience\, wellbeing and the ways people navigate life’s ups and downs. \n🤝 Healthy Relationships\nDiscuss trust\, communication and the connections that help people thrive. \n🧩 Social Inclusion\nDive into belonging\, identity and the experiences that bring people together. \n***\nGreat conversations don’t happen because we have the same perspectives.\nThey happen because we’re curious about different ones.\n*** \nBring your curiosity\, discover new perspectives and leave with conversations worth remembering! \n\n \n\n Agenda \n🍴 5:30 pm | Doors Open\nArrive\, grab a drink\, enjoy light refreshments and settle in before the conversations begin. \n👋 6:15 pm | Welcome\nWe’ll introduce GenNEXT\, walk through the evening and share a few simple guidelines to create a welcoming\, respectful and judgment free space. \n🔄 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm | Beyond Small Talk\nRotate through four conversation stations inspired by United Way’s focus areas. \nEach station features engaging prompts designed to spark thoughtful conversations\, challenge assumptions and help you see familiar issues through new perspectives. \n☕ 8:00 pm to 8:30 pm | Stay & Connect\nIf it feels right\, stick around and continue conversations or meet someone you didn’t get a chance to chat with earlier. \n\n \n\n Frequently Asked Questions \nWho is this event for?\nYoung professionals and community minded people in their 20s and 30s looking to meet peers\, broaden their perspective and build meaningful connections. \nWhat food and drinks are included?\nYour ticket includes light refreshments and a selection of alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages. \nWhere can I park?\nStreet parking is available and free after 6:00 pm. \nHow do I get into the building?\nEnter ATCO’s East Tower (909) from the corner of 8 Street and 11 Avenue. We’ll greet you there and guide you to The 9 Building Lounge. \nWhat is The 9 Lounge?\nThe 9 is a private lounge-style event space with a mix of comfortable seating\, tables and gathering areas that we’ll use throughout the evening. \nCan I come alone?\nYes! Many attendees come on their own. The evening is intentionally designed to make meeting new people feel natural and comfortable. \nCan I be seated with someone I know in my rotation group?\nOf course! While we encourage you to embrace the opportunity to meet new people\, we’ll do our best to accommodate your request. \nWhat if I’m more of a listener than a talker?\nListening is just as valuable as sharing. Participate in whatever way feels most comfortable. Every perspective adds to the conversation. \nWhat if meeting new people doesn’t come naturally to me?\nYou’re not alone. Thoughtfully designed prompts help take the pressure off starting conversations\, making it easy to connect from the moment you sit down. \nDo I need to prepare?\nNope. Simply bring your curiosity and an open mind. \nHow will the conversation be guided?\nEach conversation is guided by thoughtfully designed prompts and grounded in curiosity\, respect and open mindedness. There are no right answers\, only an opportunity to learn from different perspectives in a welcoming\, judgment free environment. \nHow personal do the conversations get?\nEvery prompt is an invitation\, not an expectation. Share what feels comfortable to you and feel free to simply listen. The conversations are designed to encourage curiosity and connection\, not to put anyone on the spot. \n\n \n\n We thank our GenNEXT sponsor – ARC Financial Corp. URL:https://calgaryunitedway.org/event/gennext-beyond-small-talk-260917/ LOCATION:The 9 Lounge\, ATCO Towers\, 919 - 11th Ave SW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2R 1P3\, Canada CATEGORIES:GenNEXT Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://calgaryunitedway.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/gennext-beyond-small-talk-event-banner-01.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="GenNEXT":MAILTO:gennext@calgaryunitedway.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260618T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260618T203000 DTSTAMP:20260519T182058Z CREATED:20260519T182058Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T182058Z UID:10000387-1781803800-1781814600@calgaryunitedway.org SUMMARY:Day of Caring with GenNEXT DESCRIPTION:Join Calgary changemakers in their 20s and 30s for an evening of community impact and connection. \nGenNEXT is an affinity group that engages young changemakers in their 20s and 30s who are passionate about creating lasting social change. It offers a unique space for emerging leaders to grow personally and professionally while giving back to their community. \nWe are excited to invite you to our Day of Caring in support of United Way’s partner agency Families Matter. \nJoin us as we come together to build personal care kits focused on baby essentials that will directly support families in our community. Along the way\, you will also learn more about the impact of United Way\, GenNEXT and Families Matter\, and the important work being done locally to support basic needs in Calgary. \nWhether you are looking to give back\, learn about local community needs or connect with likeminded changemakers\, this is an opportunity for you. \nLight refreshments and drinks are provided. \nBest part? Meaningful contribution and connection are completely free of charge! \nSpots are limited\, secure your ticket today! \nWe thank our corporate partners\, ARC Financial Corp for their continued sponsorship of GenNEXT\, and BD&P for helping bring this event to life. \n[vc_raw_html css=””]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[/vc_raw_html] URL:https://calgaryunitedway.org/event/gennext-day-of-caring-260618/ LOCATION:2400\, 525 8 Avenue SW\, 2400\, 525 8 Ave SW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2P 1G2\, Canada CATEGORIES:GenNEXT Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://calgaryunitedway.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/gennext-day-of-caring-260618.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="GenNEXT":MAILTO:gennext@calgaryunitedway.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260326T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260326T210000 DTSTAMP:20260226T225659Z CREATED:20260226T224819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T225659Z UID:10000384-1774548000-1774558800@calgaryunitedway.org SUMMARY:2026 GenNEXT Bowling Connect DESCRIPTION:The wait is over. GenNEXT is kicking off 2026 with our first social of the year and you are invited! \nThis is not your typical networking event where conversations can occasionally feel awkward or forced. We are intentionally creating spaces where meaningful community engagement happens naturally\, grounded in shared values and purpose…all while keeping the energy fun and relaxed. \nThis event will bring together a room full of peers who are shaping the future of Calgary’s community. The evening will feature a friendly bowling competition\, thoughtfully facilitated activations to spark connections\, and contests with fun prizes. Our GenNEXT Cabinet members will also share about who we are and how you can get involved\, all while hosting you with care. \nYour ticket includes one complimentary drink\, a buffet of light appetizers\, bowling and shoe rental. All of that for only $15 with early bird pricing until March 3. Tickets are priced at $20 afterward. \nSpots are limited so grab yours before they are gone! \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n Buy ticket \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n GenNEXT is United Way’s affinity group that engages young changemakers in their 20s and 30s who are passionate about creating lasting social change. It offers a unique space for emerging leaders to grow personally and professionally while giving back to their community. \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n We thank our GenNEXT sponsor – ARC Financial Corp. URL:https://calgaryunitedway.org/event/2026-gennext-bowling-connect/ LOCATION:National on 10th\, 341 10 Ave SW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2R 0A5\, Canada CATEGORIES:GenNEXT Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://calgaryunitedway.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2026-gennext-bowling-connect-banner-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="GenNEXT":MAILTO:gennext@calgaryunitedway.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251113T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251113T220000 DTSTAMP:20251003T201343Z CREATED:20251003T201343Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T201343Z UID:10000378-1763056800-1763071200@calgaryunitedway.org SUMMARY:Trivia Night: Young Leaders Unite DESCRIPTION:Join us for a high-energy evening of general-knowledge trivia\, team building\, and community spirit. \nTrivia pro or first-timer\, you’ll share your evening learning and connecting with young professionals who care about community impact. \nAgenda:\n6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. – Registration & Pregame Mingle\n7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Trivia Night\n9:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. – Postgame Social \nWhat to Expect:\n✓ Win brag-worthy prizes throughout the night\n✓ Enjoy a complimentary drink and tasty appetizers\n✓ Play in teams of up to six: grab your friends or meet new ones!* \nSpaces are filling up fast! Grab your ticket now and get ready to unite with other young changemakers! \n\n Buy tickets \n\n *NOTE: All tickets purchased in a single order will be grouped as one team. If you’d like to join an existing team or specify seating arrangements\, please email sofiya.ihnatyshyn@calgaryunitedway.org. \nGenNEXT is United Way’s affinity group that engages young professionals in their 20s and 30s who are passionate about creating lasting social change. It offers a unique space for emerging leaders to grow personally and professionally while giving back to their community. \n\n We thank our GenNEXT sponsor – ARC Financial Corp.\n  URL:https://calgaryunitedway.org/event/trivia-night-young-leaders-unite/ LOCATION:Best of Kin\, 1059 14 Street SW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T3C 3T5\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://calgaryunitedway.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/GENNEXT-Trivia_Social-1750x750-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="GenNEXT":MAILTO:gennext@calgaryunitedway.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR