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United Way of the Alberta Capital Region’s President & CEO, Rob Yager, shares his gratitude for our supporters who step up to make a difference and introduce some of the people you’ve helped.
The latest news and stories about United Way of the Alberta Capital Region and how we are changing lives in our community, together.
United Way of the Alberta Capital Region’s President & CEO, Rob Yager, shares his gratitude for our supporters who step up to make a difference and introduce some of the people you’ve helped.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, United Way partnered with the Edmonton Public Schools Foundation to distribute Chromebooks to keep students learning and connected, ensuring digital equity for all students.
Discrimination against 2SLGBTQIA+ people is still a reality in 2023, impacting people’s mental health and wellness. Learn how Brite Line is bridging the gap and making a difference through this dedicated support line for 2SLGBTQIA+ people.
When Emily moved out on her own as a teen, she felt like she had to drop out of high school too. Then, she learned how All in for Youth staff and resources could support her so she could focus on graduating.
By leveraging collaborations with experts, United Way is helping improve navigation and access to mental health resources.
From building cabins to providing financial empowerment workshops, more than 1,500 United Way volunteers rolled up their sleeves last year to strengthen the fabric of our community.
This year, three innovative Make your Mark projects supporting veterans, vulnerable 2SLGBTQ+ youth, and houseless community members were celebrated at Red Tie Gala.
Synthetic modelling hints that higher graduation rates could significantly grow employment and GDP in the Alberta Capital Region, and reduce strain on social sector
Let’s dive into some of the compounding factors that women experiencing poverty face, and how programs supported by United Way addresses those barriers to level the playing field.
Thanks to synthetic modelling, we can better understand how wraparound supports in schools can help students, families, and the Edmonton community thrive in 2044.
In 2022, as inflation exacerbated existing economic strain, causing increased needs for food access and security, higher energy costs, and decreased housing affordability, United Way’s 211 helpline became more vital than ever to connect people to the services they need.
The Community Services Recovery Fund is a historic one-time investment of $400 million
The affordability crisis is putting pressure on non-profits too. Learn more how United Way is collaborating with frontline agencies, all levels of government, and passionate changemakers to build a stronger social sector.
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We are all Treaty people. United Way acknowledges our connection to one another, here on Treaty 6 Territory and Métis Nation of Alberta North Saskatchewan River Territory. The diverse Indigenous Peoples of this land include the nêhiyawak, Blackfoot, Dene, Anishinaabe, Nakota Sioux, Inuit, and Métis. Many of our staff are settlers living and working in this Territory. We all have a responsibility to uphold the spirit and intent of the original treaties and build relationships, trust, and understanding. We are grateful for the resources, knowledge, and culture Indigenous people share with us as we walk the path towards reconciliation together. We honour and respect Indigenous contributions supporting our work to ensure no one in our community is left behind.
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