Upcoming Events

On November 13, BPW Calgary will observe the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women to raise public awareness of one of the most widespread human rights abuses in all countries.

Dinner Speaker and Blanket Drive

Suzanne Shust, Manager of Shelter Services at YWCA, of Calgary will share firsthand how local agencies are assisting woman who are exploited, made vulnerable and feel marginalized in our city.

We will be collecting new blankets for HUGS (Hope Uplifts Giving Strength) to make a difference in the lives of women and children who need to feel warmth,comfort, and security, while they go through a difficult time and strive to lead lives free of violence and abuse.

RSVP by Wednesday, November 6, 2013 by emailing [email_info] to reserve your spot or for immediate confirmation REGISTER ONLINE using the form to the right. Also note our dinner location and cancellation policy in the sidebar.

On October 9, BPW Calgary will be marking the World’s Second International Day of the Girl with keynote speaker Alison Springer, Founder of Young Women of Power.  Learn more about YWOP at http://www.ywop.ca/about-ywop/.

We will also be conducting our AGM that evening.

RSVP by Wednesday, October 2, 2013 by emailing [email_info] to reserve your spot or for immediate confirmation REGISTER ONLINE using the form to the right. Also note our dinner location and cancellation policy in the sidebar.

To raise awareness of this significant day, spread the word by sending a postcard. You can also click here to view Minister Rona Ambrose’s message to BPW Calgary for the World’s First International Day of the Girl last year.

BPW Calgary is pleased to announce that Janice Ashcroft, Senior Legal Counsel from the Alberta Human Rights Commission, will be the keynote speaker as we ring in the new club year.

Our top notch mentorship program will also be launched that evening.  Visit the Mentorship page to access the mentorship program application package.

RSVP by Wednesday, September 4, 2013 by emailing [email_info] to reserve your spot or for immediate confirmation REGISTER ONLINE using the form to the right. Also note our dinner location and cancellation policy in the sidebar.

Registered members of the Business and Professional Women’s Club of Calgary are invited to participate in the National Virtual AGM.

In Calgary, we will meet as a group on Saturday, July 27 from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at 250-200 Quarry Park Blvd SE.

Please note that you need to be a member of BPW to register for the national AGM.  To apply for or to renew your membership with BPW Calgary now, please visit the Membership Application page.

To submit your RSVP for the National Virtual AGM, please email [email_info].

Connect with high-potential emerging leaders, business and professional women who uphold profound relationships and a compassionate network.

Members and non-members can unite in our year-end celebration over appetizers and silent auction as we showcase the graduates of BPW Calgary’s Mentorship Program.

This core program was nominated for the Best Practices Award at the Institute of Canadian Citizenship in 2010.  In the final submission, the program was applauded for its unique approach to relationship building and hands-on approach.  Our members were recognized as leaders who open the door to share their knowledge, expertise, leadership experiences, support and friendship.  This attitude is necessary for active and responsible citizenship.

Guests are welcome to join us for this social evening.

5:30pm  Networking
6:00pm  Welcome
6:10pm  Keynote address
6:20pm  Mentorship graduation
6:40pm  Appetizers, cash bar, mingling, and silent auction

RSVP by Wednesday, June 5, 2013 by emailing [email_info] to reserve your spot or for immediate confirmation REGISTER ONLINE using the form to the right. Also note our dinner location and cancellation policy in the sidebar.