Share your Experience, Become a Mentor

Are you a professional woman with an interest in building a strong and healthy community? YWCA Vancouver operates two unique mentorship programs that are looking for women to become mentors. As a mentor you can share your passion and wisdom; inspire another woman to follow her dreams; make a new friend; learn something new about yourself and develop a deeper connection with your community.

A safe place to call home

Without a stable place to live, it is hard to move forward in life. YWCA Vancouver is moving forward with plans for Como Lake Gardens, a Coquitlam housing community for single moms and their children.

New housing development for Surrey announced

YWCA Vancouver’s model of safe, affordable housing for single mothers will be extended to Surrey with the announcement that the Province and the City of Surrey plan to create up to 172 new supportive housing units on four Surrey sites.

25 years of Women of Distinction

This year, YWCA Vancouver is celebrating the 25th anniversary of its Women of Distinction Awards. Recognized as one of the most prestigious awards for women, the Women of Distinction program honours exceptional women whose outstanding activities and achievements contribute to the health and future of the community.