CEO
YWCA Edmonton Announces Rachel Foley as Chief Executive Officer
YWCA Edmonton is pleased to announce the appointment of Rachel Foley as the organization’s next Chief Executive Officer, beginning April 20, 2026.
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Author: Andi Sweet
Disability Services
Alberta Masons presenting the cheque to YWCA Edmonton at Ye Olde Craft Lodge No. 196
Posted on behalf of the Masonic Foundation of Alberta On November 8th, members of Ye Olde Craft Lodge No. 196 and visiting Brethren from across the jurisdiction presented a $2,000
November 12, 2025
Week Without Violence
Rising for Peace: Week Without Violence at YWCA Edmonton
This week, YWCA Edmonton joins YWCA Canada and more than 90 countries around the world in marking the Week Without Violence, a global campaign led by World YWCA. For decades,
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Truth and Reconciliation
Honouring the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation: Resources for Learning and Reflection
On September 30, National Day for Truth & Reconciliation (Orange Shirt Day), we pause to honour Survivors, their families, and the children who never returned home from residential schools. It
September 26, 2025
Celebrating the Legacy of YWCA Edmonton CEO Katherine O’Neill
This October, YWCA Edmonton will say farewell to our CEO, Katherine O’Neill, who will conclude her leadership with us on October 10. Since joining YWCA Edmonton in 2020, Katherine has
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Thirty five years after the Montreal massacre, I find myself afraid
I was 15 when the Montreal massacre happened. It changed how I see the world. – Jana G. Pruden Jana G. Pruden is a feature writer for The Globe and
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Donate
The Power of Monthly Giving: Building Stronger, Safer Futures with YWCA Edmonton
Building safer, stronger communities requires a dedicated community to make the work possible, and YWCA Edmonton is incredibly fortunate to have just that. We are especially grateful to our monthly
September 4, 2024
2SLGBTQ+
Pride Month: Decades of Resistance, Acceptance, and Celebration
Pride Month in Edmonton is more than just a series of events—it’s a testament to everything we have worked towards and all the work we still need to do. As
June 7, 2024
Celebrating Indigenous History Month: Honouring Resilience, Culture, and Contributions
As we enter June, we are reminded of the rich tapestry of history, culture, and contributions of Indigenous peoples across Canada. Indigenous History Month is a time to reflect, learn,
May 31, 2024
Advocacy
Working Together for a Violence-Free Future
As we conclude this Week Without Violence, it’s a crucial moment to reflect on our collective commitment to building a better, violence-free world. While this week served as a powerful
October 20, 2023
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