Frequently Asked Questions
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To foster an interest in Canadian history and public affairs by celebrating the Canadian identity and Canadian accomplishments.
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The WCCCalgary is comprised of members with a wealth of knowledge, experience and talent. We have members from Calgary’s business sector, public service and jubilee. It is thanks to our extraordinary members that our Club has survived and thrived for over a century. Though we are The Women’s Canadian Club of Calgary, ALL are welcome to join.
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Annual fee is $60 which includes the season from September through June.
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Luncheon tickets, which includes the speaker, is $55. Tickets are non refundable.
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You may purchase your membership and luncheon tickets either online at www.wcccalgary.com, at the ticket table after luncheon, or by sending in a cheque to our Treasurer. Please be aware of ticket purchase deadlines each month.
PAYMENT ONLINE has a $1.50 web processing fee, plus $2.00 per item, that helps us offset the credit card charges. It covers a portion of the fee.
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You are not committed to attend every luncheon. Should a particular luncheon not work with your schedule, we look forward to seeing you at the next one.
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We welcome everyone to attend a guest luncheon in September, December and June. Should an attendee then wish to become a member for the remainder of the season, a membership can be purchased at that time. Again, ALL are welcome.
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In the Crystal Ballroom at the Palliser Hotel located at 133 9th Avenue SW in downtown Calgary.
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A sherry reception is offered in the hotel lobby starting at 11:15 am. Doors open to the dining room at 11:50 am. Lunch is served at 12 pm and the speaker or entertainment commences at 12:30 pm for approximately 30 minutes. A short business meeting follows the presentation and we are usually finished by 1:15 pm.
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Valet parking is available at the Palliser. Parkade parking is available directly east of the Palliser. The Calgary LRT system is within walking distance as well.
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Yes. There is an elevator on the west side of the front doors of the hotel.
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We endeavor to include speakers from varied disciplines such as education, history, health & medical, business, the arts, entertainment, politics, sports and philanthropy. Speakers are selected for the following season from candidates submitted by our Board members and general membership. We encourage members to submit potential speakers for consideration.
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Yes! We are pleased to share currently active clubs across Canada:
Women's Canadian Club of Hamilton
Women's Canadian Club of London
Women's Canadian Club of Toronto
Women's Canadian Club of Ottawa
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Our board is made up of a dynamic group of volunteer members. If you think this may be of interest to you, please fill out our form at Volunteer or speak to a Board Member.