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In prosperous Calgary, every student should walk the stage
June is a wonderful time for educators – there’s always closure. One group of students gets ready to move on to the next teacher, the next school and the next phase in their lives. In high school, it’s...
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Let’s show leadership on affordable housing
A year after the flood, I’m reflecting on the ongoing impact on families and communities — particularly in the area of housing. Adequate housing is easy to take for granted when you have it but can be...
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The power of partnerships
On June 30th, Heather MacDonald, United Way’s Chief Operating Officer, retired after 27 years of service. Heather has been a wonderful partner who was passionate and knowledgeable about the social...
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It’s not a “donation.” It’s an investment.
Dr. Lucy Miller, President & CEO of United Way of Calgary and Area was one of eight speakers at The Walrus Talks Philanthropy, which took place in Calgary on September 17th. Speakers included Craig...
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How will you change the world for girls?
Malala Yousafzai is working to change the world for girls. She was shot by a Taliban gunman in 2012 and survived. She was targeted because she was advocating for girls’ education. Just this month, at...
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Doing Good in December
There truly are Do Gooders all around us. In 2013, we recognized everyday superheroes in our city who gave so much, in a year when so much was lost during the flood. This year, we asked ourselves,...
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It's Getting Harder to Make the Month in Calgary
November is Financial Literacy Month in Canada. According to the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada, “Financial literacy means having the knowledge, skills and confidence to make responsible financial...
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Lucy Miller: Calgary do-gooders break United Way campaign record
I continue to be awed by our city. $59.7 million dollars is the largest amount of money ever raised during a United Way of Calgary and Area annual campaign. Thank you for dreaming big, stepping up and...
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Miller: Celebrating the spirit of Calgary
Every February, I look forward to our annual Spirits of Gold award ceremony. It’s a chance for us to recognize and thank the companies, agencies and individuals who rallied with us throughout our...
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Calgary philanthropists win worldwide recognition
The Alexis de Tocqueville Award is the highest recognition given out by United Way Worldwide. The list of past winners includes notable American philanthropists such as Bob Hope, the Gates Family and...
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Miller: Get involved and show your passion
To say this is a rousing time in Alberta would be an understatement. The Flames are in the playoffs (Go Flames Go!), the Province released a highly anticipated budget, and a provincial election is...
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Miller: Building a great city for all, one dress at a time.
Calgary is gorgeous in spring, don’t you think? Temperatures are rising, patio season has officially arrived and the food trucks are out. It must be June. This month gives us the perfect chance to...
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Miller: On being thankful yet facing the unforgiving truths
Thanksgiving is a perfect time to pause and reflect. This year in particular I feel humbled and honoured to live in our great city. I am in awe of how strong and optimistic Calgarians are, especially...
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Miller: What can you do to start a local movement to do good in our city?
This year, we dared Calgarians to do good in our city. And what a response we’ve seen. 2015 has been a tough year, but that hasn’t hampered Calgary’s spirit or our ability to band together and support...
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Miller: All it takes is one person to make a difference for young people
There is no denying that 2015 was a tough year. Sometimes it feels like we can’t fix all of the problems in front of us, but we’ve faced adversity together before Calgary, and I’ve seen what we’re...
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You Define our Unique and Wonderful City
Spring is one of my favourite times of the year. I love how the city landscape changes entirely. The snow melts, trees and plants blossom and there’s this tremendous sense of rejuvenation. It inspired...
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