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YWCA Edmonton events are powerful catalysts for connection and change – bringing people together, building stronger communities, and advancing equity, opportunity, and choice for all.

Unfinished Business: Accountability and Action on Gender Equity in Canada Panel Discussion

May 15, 2025 | 5:00 – 6:00 pm

YWCA Edmonton | 10402 124 Street

Doors open at 4:30 p.m., with online attendance available

Join us for a powerful, forward-looking panel unpacking Canada’s commitments at the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) — and what comes next. With the recent Canadian election behind us, now is the time to ask: how do we hold our country accountable for real, measurable gender equity progress?

This timely conversation will spotlight where Canada stands, where we fall short, and how civil society, youth leaders, and advocates can push for meaningful action. Focusing on accountability mechanisms for UN commitments, the panel brings together diverse voices ready to challenge complacency and push for change.

Featured Panelists:
– Erin Davis
– Lisa Feehan
– Francesca Ghossein
– Mabintou Ouattara

Moderated by: Katherine O’Neill

Hosted in partnership by YWCA and Business and Professional Women’s Club (BPW), this event is more than a discussion — it’s a rallying point for anyone committed to advancing gender equity in Canada.

Women of Distinction Awards Luncheon

May 1, 2025

YWCA Edmonton’s Women of Distinction Awards celebrate the outstanding contributions of women and gender-diverse individuals who embody the mission and values of YWCA Edmonton. Each nominee demonstrates dedication, innovation, and community leadership, inspiring others and driving meaningful impact across diverse fields.

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The Rose Campaign

November 25–December 11, 2025

The Rose Campaign runs from November 25 to December 10, spanning the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. The signature event during the campaign is the Rose Breakfast on December 5. As the major annual fundraiser, the campaign seeks to raise critical funds for our violence prevention and recovery programs – support that hundreds depend on every day.