Greetings, {{Constituent Last Name}}

I hope this email finds you well. Today is E-Day - don't forget to get out and vote if you haven't already! The party that forms government will be making significant policy choices that impact our everyday lives. They will make policy to address the growing housing and homelessness crisis, decide the future of the national child care plan, develop Canada's response to the US tariffs, and so much more that directly impacts each and every one of us. If you follow our socials, you'll know we're signatories of the Demand Better campaign, a national campaign aimed at highlighting the policies we want to see prioritized by the next government.

And, while so much is going on across the country, in our province, and even in our Region, there is also, as always, lots going on at YWCA Cambridge. Read on for this month's latest updates.

Sincerely, 

Kim Decker, CEO

Upcoming Events

Bring your gal pals, and shop new and nearly new expertly curated clothing, accessories, and homewares, all gathered from Lynn and her friends who are cleaning out their closets!

We hope to see you there, and remember: every purchase you make helps fuel the work of YWCA Cambridge. Who doesn't love knowing their purchase is supporting an important cause? At our last garage sale, many of you came out and helped us raise more than $5,000 - let's do that again!

Congratulations to the 2025 Women of Distinction Award Nominees!

This year, we received 24 complete nomination packages for the Women of Distinction Awards. Please join us in congratulating them!

Come celebrate and be inspired, all while helping YWCA Cambridge raise critical funds for our new women's emergency homeless shelter.

She Talks is the kind of event we like to refer to as "friendraising." By the end of the night, everyone in the room felt connected and inspired - we know because attendees told us! Thank you to our speakers for sharing their stories, attendees for joining us, and to our incredible photographer Em Rowsell for capturing the magic of the night. Thank you also to our event partners 91.5 The Beat and 107.5 Dave Rocks.

Did you miss the night, but want a taste? Check out Em's gorgeous photos here!

Women's Shelter Updates

Our incredible Food Services Coordinator, Ola,  put on a full roast chicken dinner for staff and residents, and staff had the shelter all decked out to celebrate the holiday. We're grateful to our community for continuing to support our efforts to create pathways out of homelessness for women in Cambridge. We can't do it without you!

Child Care and Summer Camp Updates

Parents do not need to be newcomers or attending LINC programming in order to have their children attend this half-day preschool program. To apply for a space, visit the One List as you would a normal child care program.

The W: Women's and Youth Program Updates

A Special Message to Winter 2025 Small Steps to Success Graduates

We are excited to share that Small Steps to Success has successfully graduated 5 incredible women from our Winter 2025 session! This cohort has shown remarkable determination and growth throughout their journey.

The program celebrates two participants who have secured positions through their placement agencies, one individual who is pursuing further education by enrolling in the ConnectHER Electrical program at Conestoga College and another participant who has chosen to stay on and volunteer with their placement agency, giving back to the community.

These achievements highlight the hard work and dedication of our graduates, and we are thrilled to support them as they take their next steps. Please join us in congratulating all of them on their success!

Youth Program Updates