Research organizations for IWD GIVING

YWCA Banff

YWCA Banff is shaping a safe and inclusive Bow Valley that empowers women and their community for a better future. Our critical programs and services, including emergency shelter, transitional and affordable housing, counselling and violence prevention education, work to make the Bow Valley a thriving, equitable community... more

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Women's Centre of York Region

WCYR supports women and their children to break barriers, overcome challenges of trauma and abuse, and build brighter futures. Through group education, workshops, counselling services, peer support, and case management, we support women and their families with employment, mental health support, housing, and other needs. Each year, WCYR empowers more than 900 women on their journey to independence... more

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Ornaments of Grace and Virtue

OGAV is passionate about promoting and advancing underprivileged and racialized girls' education. Our mission is to advance girls’ education to bridge the digital gender equity gap in education. We create inclusion and opportunity for girls, and equip them with the knowledge, skills, and resources they need to thrive in the 21st-century global economy. We nurture and empower girls using a holistic approach through character building and mentorship to become responsible and productive leading young women of society and positively impacting the community... more

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PearlSpace Support Services Society

PearlSpace promotes equality and empowerment of women, Two Spirit, gender-diverse, non-binary, trans people, and children/youth. By responding to and working for change, we honour the diversity of lives impacted by gender-based violence and help to meet the evolving needs of communities throughout the Sea to Sky Corridor and Stl’atl’imx regions. PearlSpace provides emergency housing programs, 24-hour response services, accessible drop-in centres, outreach services, referrals, and advocacy... more

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Canadian Physicians for Aid and Relief (CPAR)

Founded in 1984, CPAR is a women-led organization dedicated to strengthening health systems in low-resourced regions. With extensive experience in sexual and reproductive health, rights, and maternal care, we empower communities through sustainable, evidence-based solutions. Our programs improve healthcare access, enhance maternal well-being, and support gender equity... more

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Courage in Action

Courage in Action is a national charity providing mentoring, education and bursaries for women so they can build courageous lives. Our support helps our members live free from violence, poverty and trauma and create a sustainable path forward. Our events and programs are free to members of Courage in Action... more

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Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support Centre

Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support Centre is based in Calgary, Alberta, and serves the loss community worldwide. Our mission is to support and connect individuals who have experienced the trauma around miscarriage, stillbirth, Termination For Medical Reasons (TFMR), abortion, neonatal loss, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), or infertility... more

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Shelter Movers

Operating for a decade, Shelter Movers provides free moving services and storage solutions for individuals, primarily women and their children, who are escaping abuse and violence in their homes. The dedicated energy of volunteers and kind donors fuel our mission so survivors can retain their cherished and rightful belongings on their respective journeys free from violence. #GiveSafety #MovingInSolidarity.. more

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Habitat for Humanity Greater Ottawa

Habitat for Humanity Greater Ottawa brings people together to build homes, communities and hope. By building affordable pathways to homeownership and through Women Build initiatives, we advance gender equity by partnering with women as homeowners, leaders, volunteers, and changemakers in our community... more

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Radiance Family Society (formerly Sonshine Community Services)

Radiance is a leading social service organization with more than 40 years of experience supporting women and children impacted by family violence in Calgary and surrounding area. Our purpose is to help heal the human spirit by empowering families, fostering positive change, and promoting freedom from violence. Through a combination of prevention and intervention programs, we aim to break the cycle of abuse, nurture healthy relationships, and build stronger, more resilient communities... more

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Tanzania Education and Micro-Business Opportunity

TEMBO is a registered Canadian charity working to help transform lives in Longido District, Tanzania. We support our local partners to break down barriers and create real, lasting change — giving girls access to education, and equipping women with the skills and tools to create economic opportunities. Together, we’ are helping to build a future where every girl can go to school, every woman can support her family, and both have a fair chance to thrive... more

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