United Way of Calgary and Area
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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.
Free
Sage Harvest (in Kananaskis)
Participate in sage picking in Kananaskis while learning the teachings of sage picking and its protocols.
Free
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.
Free
Sandwiches of Support: A Day of Caring with USAY
United Way of Calgary and Area 600 - 105 12 Ave SE, Calgary, AB, CanadaAs part of this Day of Caring, volunteers will prepare and package sandwiches to support youth participating in USAY's programs.
$20
Drum/Rattle Making Class
United Way of Calgary and Area 600 - 105 12 Ave SE, Calgary, AB, CanadaJoin us for an opportunity to make your own drum or rattle and learn teachings of the Indigenous drum and rattle.
Free
World Mental Health Day: Support Can Start With You
Virtual EventThis World Mental Health Day, we invite you to join us virtually during your lunch break, and understand the crucial impact that support can have on our mental health and well-being, and how you can support your peers.
Free
Supporting Women and Girls: A Day of Caring with WINS
WINS Manchester Store 105J 58 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, CanadaOctober 11 is the International Day of the Girl! Learn how our partner agency, Women In Need Society, is supporting women and girls in the community to overcome challenges, thrive, and build resilient families.
Free
Film Screening and Debrief Circle of “Bones of Crows”
United Way of Calgary and Area 600 - 105 12 Ave SE, Calgary, AB, CanadaJoin us for a film screening and debrief circle for “Bones of Crows”.
Free
Threads of the Métis People-a Free Learning Event
In honour of Metis Week, join us for a learning session with a Metis Elder, Metis speakers, and Metis artists.
Free
November Community Event – Make the Month
Virtual EventJoin us in-person and participate in Make the Month, an interactive activity that will put you in the shoes of a senior citizen, Frances, navigating tough choices on a limited income.
Free
United Way at Southcentre Mall
Southcentre Mall 100 Anderson Rd SE, Calgary, Alberta, CanadaUnited Way and Southcentre invites you to explore See the Need — an immersive installation created with United Way of Calgary and Area for Giving Tuesday. Step up to a life-sized home façade and open a digital door to reveal the hidden challenges many Calgarians face — from financial strain to mental health and domestic struggles.
Free
Blackfoot Model of Governance Teaching
United Way of Calgary and Area 600 - 105 12 Ave SE, Calgary, AB, CanadaJoin Elder Reg Crowshoe to learn teachings and concepts on "Blackfoot Model of Governance" from an Indigenous perspective.
Free
Spread the Cheer: A Holiday Day of Caring
United Way of Calgary and Area 600 - 105 12 Ave SE, Calgary, AB, CanadaJoin us for a heartwarming holiday activity where we’ll be crafting cheerful kits or cards to brighten the season for seniors and families in the community.
$20
Community Impact Awards
Percheron Ballroom, BMO Centre Calgary 1912 Flores Ladue Parade SE, Calgary, Alberta, CanadaJoin us on March 12, 2026 for United Way of Calgary and Area’s Community Impact Awards; an evening that lifts the curtain on the impact workplaces and community leaders are making across Calgary and area.
$100
Day of Caring – Donation Sorting with WINS
WINS Donation Centre Bay 22, 137, 7007 54th St SE, Calgary, Alberta, CanadaJoin us for a Day of Caring supporting Women in Need Society (WINS) by sorting donations at their distribution centre!
Free