YWCA BRITISH COLUMBIA

We boldly envision a just and equitable world for women, families and allies.

YWCA BC is a registered charity committed to advancing gender equity through our programs, advocacy and revenue-generating social enterprises. Guided by the needs of the people we serve, we empower and strengthen communities in our province through housing, child care, employment services, mentorship and more.

Our programs and services have expanded well beyond Vancouver to communities across the province. To recognize and celebrate this growth, our name has evolved over time. In 2011, we became YWCA Metro Vancouver, and in 2025, we legally changed our name to YWCA British Columbia to better reflect the scope and impact of our work today.

The YWCA today is not a religious or faith-based organization. We are a secular organization, and we welcome people of all ages, genders, religions and backgrounds. We are committed to inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility (IDEA); gender inclusion; anti-racism; truth and reconciliation and decolonization; and participant-centred approaches that ensure our programs and services are shaped by the voices and lived experiences of the communities we serve.

While we continue to evolve to meet the changing needs of our communities, we remain guided by our overarching vision: a just and equitable world for women, families, and allies.

Charity Reg. No: 108227943RR0001