As part of the oldest and largest women’s social service organization in Canada, the YWCA Edmonton has been serving the capital region since its founding in 1907. We are a women’s organization that advances the wellness and growth of women, girls, and families.
Since founding in 1907, YWCA Edmonton has grown and evolved with Edmontonians, responding to the ever-changing issues and needs of a growing population.
Today, we’re proud to support 9,000 women and families through counselling, leadership programs, outdoor education, and disability services.
83% of Counselling Services clients have a better understanding of the issues they face and how to cope with them.
Board service is an excellent opportunity to contribute to an organization. It can also be a great way to enhance personal and professional skills and expertise. Serving on a board helps you to learn about different leadership styles, corporate cultures and business models while also expanding your peer, professional and community networks. Volunteering on a
This holiday season, you can give the gift of empowerment and equity for women and girls in our community. There’s no denying it: this pandemic has been difficult. But difficult times call for determination, perseverance and teamwork. As Edmonton’s largest and oldest women’s organization, we are no stranger to hard work. And so we continue
Ongoing settler colonialism and a continuation of genocidal acts towards Indigenous people has resulted in an epidemic of Missing and Murdered Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQ+. The multigenerational effects of colonial violence against Indigenous people are known and well-documented in Canada, including legislation in the Indian Act, which was used as a significant tool of
When you support YWCA Edmonton, you transform the lives of thousands of women and families in need.
YWCA Edmonton Office
Empire Building
#400, 10080 Jasper Ave
Edmonton, Alberta T5J 1V9
Treaty 6 Territory
P. 780-423-YWCA (9922)
F. 780-488-6077
E. info@ywcaedm.org
Charitable Registration Number: 10822 7935 RR0001
Board service is an excellent opportunity to contribute to an organization. It can also be a great way to enhance personal and professional skills and expertise. Serving on a board helps you to learn about different leadership styles, corporate cultures and business models while also expanding your peer, professional and community networks. Volunteering on a nonprofit board has been shown in studies to improve people’s appreciation for others from diverse backgrounds and understanding of the
Mon 8:30 am – 5 pm
Tues 8:30 am – 5 pm*
Wed 8:30 am – 5 pm
Thur 8:30 am – 5 pm*
Fri 8:30 am – 5 pm
Sat – Sun Closed
*Tues & Thur evenings
By Appointment Only
5 – 8pm
