Making Changes Association (Calgary)

There’s just a few days left to apply to our eight week Employment and Life Skills Program starting on Jan 29 at our North location and Jan 30 at our South location! 📓
The program is open for immigrant women in Calgary looking for employment opportunities. Learn about job searching, interviews, resume writing, networking and how to use LinkedIn. To apply, please contact Elaine: 587-329-9592 or employmentlifeskills@makingchangesas sociation.ca 📚
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Here’s a little sunshine to brighten your day if you’re feeling the #bluemonday gloom 🌞
#mentalhealthmatters #yyc #motivationalmonday #yycliving #winterblues #winter #inspirationalquote #wordstoliveby #inspiringwords #empowerwomen #selfcare

A big thank you to this returning group of retired women who call themselves 'Helping Hands.' You can find members of this lovely group taking part in activities for charities all around YYC. 💐
We are always grateful when they request a volunteer time slot with Making Changes. Yesterday, they helped us sort bags, steam clothing and tag bras.
It's amazing what we can accomplish with so many extra hands. Thanks ladies! ❤️
... #yyc #yycvolunteers #dolocalgood #womensupportingwomen #volunteerappreciation #supportlocal #empowerwomen #charity #yycnonprofit #volunteerism #yycliving #womensorganization
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We say stand out and express your individuality! When women visit the Walk-In Closet to build the foundation of their professional business attire wardrobe, our volunteer Image Consultants help find looks that are appropriate for our business culture, while incorporating personalized elements to reflect the client’s unique background and personal style. 👗
#yyc #yycliving #fashion #style #annawintour #charity #womensorganization #womensupportingwomen #standout #fashionyyc #canadianfashion #dolocalgood #supportlocal #individuality #uniquestyle #vogue #motivationalquote #inspiration #wordstoliveby

It’s our turn to join in on the #10yearchallenge fun! Does anyone remember our old location? Here’s a little #throwbackthursday for you... the Walk-In Closet a decade ago.
Since then, Making Changes has accomplished so many milestones (including expanding to a new location) as we continually work towards our goal of creating futures for women in our community.
Thank you, #yyc, for your support of our organization the past ten years and beyond.
... 📷: Wild Heart Photography
#yyc #yycliving #womensorganization #charity #empowerwomen #womensupportingwomen #yycnow #dolocalgood #supportlocal #throwback #tbt #nowandthen
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These wonderful folks from Benevity stopped by My Best Friend’s Closet to volunteer last week! Thank you for your ongoing support to #dolocalgood in our community. 😀
#supportlocal #yyc #yycliving #yycnow #volunteer #yycvolunteer #yycnonprofit #womensorganization #teenprogram #mbfc #charity #empowerteens #volunteerappreciation

Talk about winter chic! ❄️ Amarichi, a client of our Walk-In Closet found this elegant ensemble during her recent appointment.
We love the pop of red on a classic print. She looks so radiant and ready to take on all that 2019 holds for her. Good luck, Amarichi! 💐
#yyc #yycliving #ootd #wiw #charity #empowerwomen #womensorganization #yycnonprofit #donations #yycfashion #canadianfashion #buildconfidence #winterstyle #winteroutfit #dolocalgood

Beautiful plants, delicious food and laughs with friends! 😍 We celebrated our amazing volunteers at My Best Friend’s Closet with a terrarium building party this weekend.🌿
Thank you to all of these incredible girls (and those who couldn’t join us too) for the time and leadership you gave to Making Changes last year to help your peers in the community. ❤️
#yyc #yycnow #yycliving #volunteeryyc #volunteerappreciation #empowerteens #teenprogram #dolocalgood #supportlocal #teenssupportingteens

Thanks TELUS Friendly Future Foundation for supporting our youth empowerment program, My Best Friend’s Closet. Your donation will provide teen girls from low-income households with clothing and accessories for the school year and help them build confidence to participate more fully in our community.💐
We are tremendously grateful for your support and commitment, alongside TELUS philanthropic leadership, to giving #YYC youth a brighter future 😊
#GiveWhereWeLive ... #yyc #yycliving #charity #yycnonprofit #youthempowerment #donation #dolocalgood #supportlocal #womenempowerment #teengirls #corporatephilanthropy
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We have an exciting career opportunity at Making Changes Association (Calgary)
Our Executive Director, Cathy, is retiring. She is off to spend time with family, friends and enjoy all her bucket list adventures.
As we wish her goodbye, we are seeking a new Executive Director to lead our team.
... The Executive Director is the leader of Making Changes and is responsible for ensuring the organization’s vision and mission is achieved.
Working with an outstanding team of 8 employees and over 250 volunteers, the Executive Director holds primary responsible for strategic and operational planning, fund development, talent management and marketing.
Please see the full job description here: http://makingchangesassociation.ca
To apply, please send your cover letter and resume to: execdirector@Makingchangesassociatio n.ca
Closing date for applications is Wednesday, January 23, 2019.
We thank all applicants who are interested in this position; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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We love this casual and cute Mickey Mouse #ootd at My Best Friend’s Closet! Because who doesn’t need a little care-free magic and fun once and a while? ❤️
#yyc #teenstyle #mbfc #mickeymouse #mickey90 #wiw #disneystyle #empowerteens #donations #winterfashion #womensorganization #yycliving #teenfashion #fashioncanadians #casualstyle #teengirls #youthprogramyyc

“Clothes mean nothing until someone lives in them.” — Marc Jacobs, Fashion Designer
We couldn’t agree more! At Making Changes, we offer women and teen girls clothing, shoes and accessories to live in.
Whether it’s for working, volunteering or going to school, our goal is to style our participants in ensembles that build their confidence to participate more fully in the community. 👗
... #motivationalquote #yyc #yycliving #instaquote #wordstoliveby #motivation #fashionquote #marcjacobs #empowerwomen #charity #yycnonprofit #womensfashion #womensorganization #canadianfashion #buildconfidence
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Our stylish Walk-In Closet volunteer, Betty, is preparing for her afternoon of helping clients find the perfect pieces for their business attire wardrobes.
Note her fabulous outfit; Betty is a vintage aficionado and loves sharing her talent for styling unique items with our clients. We are so grateful for our amazing volunteers! 😍
#volunteeryyc #yyc #yycfashion #fashioncalgary #ootd #wiw #fashionstylist #vintage #donations #volunteerappreciation #winterfashion #womensorganization #womensupportingwomen

It’s a new year & your potential is endless! Did you know Making Changes is currently recruiting students for two of our training programs?
Our 8 week, part-time Employment and Life Skills Program offers immigrant women confidence and skills to prepare for your future employment in Canada. Our next program starts January 29th. 📓
We are also looking for immigrant or Indigenous women to join our 6 month, full-time Women in Technology Program starting in the Spring of 2019 to b...uild your skills and pursue a career in the IT sector. 🖥
Visit makingchangesassociation.ca/our-programs/ for more info and to apply.
#yyc #yyctraining #yycnewcomers #newcomerstocanada #indigenouswomen #indigenouswomenyyc #yycaboriginaltraining #womenintech #immigrantwomenyyc #immigranttrainingprogram #calgarynewcomers #ittraining #yycworkexperience #skillstrainingcalgary #thefutureisfemale #immigrationmatters #womenintechnology #canadianworkexperience #canadianbusinessculture
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How cool are these locally made hoodies from Alberta Apparel? This amazing Canadian brand generously donated a variety of new clothing to My Best Friend’s Closet for teen girls. Thank you! ❤️
#yycnonprofit #yyc #yycnow #donation #albertaapparel #shoplocal #canadianfashion #yycfashion #teenprogram #empowerteens #grateful #charity #dolocalgood #supportlocal #canadiandesigner #teenstyle

We are so honored for our #YYCChic gala to be featured in the next episode of Style in the City on January 5th! Tune in to Global Calgary at noon on Saturday to catch the highlights from our fall event.
Thank you to our talented friend and show Producer/Creator/Host, Shiva Jahanshah, for your ongoing support of Making Changes Association (Calgary) ❤️
#styleinthecity #yyc #yycevents #yycfashion #yycstyle #yycliving #canadianfashion #womenempowerment #dolocalgood #charity #fashionshow #winterfashion #womensupportingwomen #yycfashionshow #fundraiser

Did you know we offer makeup & toiletries to our clients as the special finishing touch to their Image Consulting appointment?
We are always in need of unopened cosmetics and toiletries! Makeup, body care, personal hygiene, hair products/accessories, nail polish, dental and grooming tools are all welcome as donations to Making Changes.
If you received something over the holidays that just isn’t your shade/scent, but would be beautiful for someone else or you’d like to purcha...se a few items as a donation, please drop-off to our office Monday to Thursday and select Saturdays from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm (more info on our website). Thank you!
#yyc #yycliving #yycnow #yycdonations #beauty #cosmetics #makeup #charity #dolocalgood #supportlocal #womensorganization #womensupportingwomen #empowerwomen #confidence #yycfashion #canadianfashion
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We’re back at the Making Changes Association (Calgary) office after the holiday season & ready to accept your gently used clothing, shoes and accessories for women & teen girls.
Our regular donation hours are Mon-Thurs from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm & select Sat. We’re located at 6516 1A Street SW.
Visit our website for more info on what types of items we are currently accepting. http://makingchangesassociation.ca/…/do nate-clothing-and-a…/
... Thank you for your generosity! 👗
#yyc #yycnow #yycliving #yycdonations #donatecalgary #womenempowerment #womensorganization #charity #generosity #dolocalgood #supportlocal #womensfashion #yycfashion #fashioncalgary #gentlyusedclothing #reusereducerecycle
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Thanks Making changes for helping me esp to mention Ms.Rhonda she is a good stylist,helpful and very dedicated person. Thank you soo much much love �

It is a great association for women . i attend only 7 classes every Monday. I learnt many things that i didn't now. All things will help me . Making Change Association ' staff members are very punctual, organized, hardworking ,and kind. They taught us in very comfortable environment.

Had a walkin wardrobe session with one of very helpful ,kind and friendly lady named Marilee.



I had an outstanding experience here. I really appreciate the time and help all volunteers and association is providing for betterment of society.



Very friendly atmosphere. It motivated me to deliver more to society than expecting from society.



Amaizing place and people.