BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//FearIsNotLove - ECPv6.15.15//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://fearisnotlove.ca X-WR-CALDESC:Events for FearIsNotLove REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240207 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240605 DTSTAMP:20260407T201620 CREATED:20240215T190903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T191040Z UID:7942-1707264000-1717545599@fearisnotlove.ca SUMMARY:Community Fundraiser: CRAFT Beer Market & Eighty Eight Brewing DESCRIPTION:CRAFT Beer Market and Eighty-Eight Brewing have partnered to support FearIsNotLove. \nFrom February 7th – June 4th\, 2024 $1 from each Community Tap beer will be donated to FearIsNotLove. \nAvailable at two Calgary locations:\nSouthcentre Mall: 273 – 100 Anderson Rd SE\nDowntown: 345 10th Ave SW URL:https://fearisnotlove.ca/event/community-fundraiser-craft-beer-market/ LOCATION:AB END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240321T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240321T233000 DTSTAMP:20260407T201620 CREATED:20240215T191743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T191743Z UID:7943-1711047600-1711063800@fearisnotlove.ca SUMMARY:Community Fundraiser: Born Brewing Co. Bingo Night DESCRIPTION:Born Brewing Co. has chosen to team up with FearIsNotLove to raise funds though their Bingo night! \nJoin host Bingo Daddy for a fun night with delicious drinks and fun prizes. \nEntry is by a minimum $5 donation\, all donations go to FearIsNotLove! \nEmail reservations@bornbrewing.co to reserve your spot! URL:https://fearisnotlove.ca/event/community-fundraiser-born-brewing-co-bingo-night/ LOCATION:AB END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240413 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240415 DTSTAMP:20260407T201620 CREATED:20240215T184924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T184924Z UID:7940-1712966400-1713139199@fearisnotlove.ca SUMMARY:Community Booth: National Women's Show DESCRIPTION:Visit our booth at the National Women’s Show! Enjoy shopping\, entertainment and more\, as well as learn about some great agencies helping women around the city. \nSaturday April 13\, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm\nSunday April 14\, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm URL:https://fearisnotlove.ca/event/community-booth-national-womens-show/ LOCATION:AB END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240425T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240425T220000 DTSTAMP:20260407T201620 CREATED:20230810T201932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T160753Z UID:7796-1714068000-1714082400@fearisnotlove.ca SUMMARY:Turning Points 2024 Fundraising Gala DESCRIPTION:Turning Points 2024 Fundraising GalaCelebrating 50 Years in the Community\nThursday\, April 25\, 2024Calgary Telus Convention Centre6:00 PM\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you for joining us for Turning Points 2024\,\nCelebrating 50 Years in the Community \nYour contribution helped us raise more than $650\,000 in support of individuals and families in our community striving to live without fear\, and free of domestic violence and abuse. \nThank you for celebrating this milestone event with us. As we reflect over the last 50 years\, we look back at what we have accomplished to date\, but also take this opportunity to look ahead at the work that still needs to be done. Without the commitment of our supporters\, we would not be able to continue to serve those in need. \nBy supporting our gala and agency\, you are making a positive change and making a difference in the lives of the more than 20\,000 individuals we serve each year. \nTogether we can change the conversation about domestic violence and abuse\, and work to end it. \nEvery human has the right to feel safe\, respected\, supported\, and loved. \nWe hope to see you next year at Turning Points 2025! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For mor information about Turning Points or FearIsNotLove please contact us at turningpoints@fearisnotloveca-3e5bba.ingress-florina.ewp.live \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Special Thanks to our Turning Points 2024 Sponsors and Supporters:\n \n \n \n \n \n Platinum Sponsors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gold Sponsors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Silver Sponsors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bronze Sponsors\nJason and Theresa Baba\nCassels Brock & Blackwell LLP\nDelta Calgary South\nEmerson Clarke Printing\nExcel Homes\nFish Creek Nissan\nJaguar Land Rover Calgary\nKaizen Automotive Group\nLen T. Wong Associates Real Estate\nMcLennan Ross LLP\nMercedes-Benz Downtown Calgary\nMontgomery Chiropractic Plus\nPatricia Moore\nMorrison Homes\nNexusV\nNuVista Energy\nPacific Wine & Spirits\nPinder Wealth Management/Raymond James\nPrecision Plumbing Ltd.\nProfessional Excavators & Construction Inc\nRBC\nRBC Foundation\nSifton Petroleum Inc.\nUKG\nWerklund Foundation\nThe David & Rose Zivot Family Foundation\n\nDonor\nScott Haggins\n  \nEvent Partners and Supporters\nAlberta Diamond Exchange\nBeParty\nBill Marsh Photography\nCalgary Co-op\nCalgary TELUS Convention Centre\nCalgary Marriott Downtown Hotel\nChair Flair\nDave Kelly\nEncore\nespy\nFrank Hall\nKelly Brothers Productions\nMosaic Jewellery\nOrange Frog Productions\nPartridge Wine Imports\nRemix: Powered by Revv52 URL:https://fearisnotlove.ca/event/turning-points-2024-fundraising-gala/ LOCATION:Calgary TELUS Convention Centre\, 136 8 Ave SE\, \,\, Calgary\, AB\, T2P 0K6\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240514 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240901 DTSTAMP:20260407T201620 CREATED:20240514T205005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T205724Z UID:8024-1715644800-1725148799@fearisnotlove.ca SUMMARY:Rogers Birdies for Kids DESCRIPTION:By donating through Rogers Birdies for Kids we will receive 100% of all donations. Donate now until August 31st\, 2024. Donations in support of our programs and services for children and youth impacted by domestic violence and abuse will be matched up to 50% through Rogers Birdies for Kids presented by AltaLink. For more information or to make a donation\, please visit: https://rogerscharityclassic.com/fear-is-not-love/ URL:https://fearisnotlove.ca/event/rogers-birdies-for-kids/ LOCATION:AB END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250408 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250410 DTSTAMP:20260407T201620 CREATED:20240311T212407Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T225246Z UID:7960-1744070400-1744243199@fearisnotlove.ca SUMMARY:Safety and Repair with Men: A Workshop with Tod Augusta-Scott DESCRIPTION:Safety and Repair – a 3-phase approach to address gender-based violence \nThe training introduces individual practitioners and organizations to a process to address gender based violence which seeks to repair harm without creating more harm. The approach often involves two practitioners\, one assisting each person involved through the 3-Phase process. \nPractitioners will learn about the principles and tools used in Narrative Therapy\, Trauma Work and Restorative Justice. As practioners learn how to navigate through the 3-Phase process which makes safety and repair possible. The focus is on repairing harm and not necessarily on restoring an intimate relationship. \nAt each phase\, practitioners address how gender expectations and ideas that stem from trauma can foster abuse and impair people’s ability to repair harm\, both when they are hurt and when they have hurt others\, blending restorative processes that seek to repair harm and narrative practices such as: re-authoring identity; externalizing conversations; statement of position maps; outsider-witnessing; and re-membering practices. \nTod Augusta Scott is known internationally for his work with gender-based violence\, narrative therapy and restorative justice. He has worked as the lead therapist and Executive Director of Bridges – a domestic violence counselling agency since 1993. He developed the Safety and Repair approach to addressing gender-based violence in community and employment settings. He has presented his work internationally as well as in every province in Canada. He is widely published in the field and the co-editor and author for two critically acclaimed books. His work has been heighted in the documentary A Better Man (NFB\, 2017). For his work in the field\, he received recognition awards from the Canadian Social Work Association and the Department of National Defence (Canada). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets and More Info URL:https://fearisnotlove.ca/event/safety-and-repair-with-men-a-workshop-with-tod-augusta-scott/ LOCATION:University of Calgary Downtown Campus\, 906 8 Avenue Southwest\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2P 1H9\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250508T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250508T210000 DTSTAMP:20260407T201620 CREATED:20240916T172516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T175347Z UID:8087-1746725400-1746738000@fearisnotlove.ca SUMMARY:Turning Points 2025 DESCRIPTION:Turning Points 2025 Fundraising Gala\n \n \n \n \n \n Thursday\, May 8\, 2025\nBMO Event Centre at Stampede ParkChampion Ballroom\n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A heartfelt thank you to everyone who came out to our Turning Points Gala 2025! \nThe evening was filled with inspiration\, memorable moments\, and meaningful conversations. Together\, we’ve helped create safety and hope for those impacted by domestic violence and abuse in our community\, and your generosity will make a lasting impact. \nA special thank you to all of our incredible sponsors\, donors\, volunteers\, partners and attendees who made the night unforgettable. We are so grateful for your unwavering support in our mission. \nClick here for photos from the event \nFor more information:turningpoints@fearisnotloveca-3e5bba.ingress-florina.ewp.live403-290-1552 Ext. 410 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our Turning Points 2025 Sponsors and Supporters! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Platinum Sponsors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gold Sponsors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Silver Sponsors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bronze Sponsors\nCedarglen Living \nCosmo Creative \nDelta Hotels by Marriott Calgary South \nEmerson Clarke Printing \nExcel Homes \nHumanis Talent Acquisition & Advisory \nJaguar Land Rover Calgary \nJason Baba\, Portfolio Manager RBC Dominion Securities \nKaizen Automotive Group \nLen T. Wong & Associates Real Estate \nMcLennan Ross \nMercedes-Benz Downtown Calgary \nNexusV \nPatricia Moore \nPinder Wealth Management / Raymond James \nQV Investors Inc. \nRBC \nSifton Petroleum \nTrico Homes \n\nEvents Partners\nBMO Event Centre at Stampede Park \nChair Flair \nDave Kelly \nEncore \nKelly Brothers Productions \n \nMedia Sponsor\nCTV Calgary URL:https://fearisnotlove.ca/event/turning-points-2025/ LOCATION:BMO Event Centre at Stampede Park\, 20 Round Up Way SE\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2G 2W1\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250622T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250622T150000 DTSTAMP:20260407T201620 CREATED:20250529T190442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T200011Z UID:8251-1750593600-1750604400@fearisnotlove.ca SUMMARY:Summer Solstice BBQ DESCRIPTION:Royal LePage Solutions invites you to their Summer Solstice Charity BBQ on June 22 at Big Sky BBQ in Okotoks for a family friendly afternoon with live music\, tasty food\, games\, face painting\, bounce castle\, and plenty of community spirit. Proceeds support FearIsNotLove and Rowan House Society. \nFirst 60 attendees get a free swag bag! \nClick here for tickets and more information.  URL:https://fearisnotlove.ca/event/summer-solstice-bbq/ LOCATION:Big Sky BBQ\, 306016 15 Street East Foothills\, Okotoks\, AB\, T1S 7A7\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250726T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250726T150000 DTSTAMP:20260407T201620 CREATED:20250529T203112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T203125Z UID:8256-1753520400-1753542000@fearisnotlove.ca SUMMARY:South Calgary Show 'n Shine DESCRIPTION:Check out the Annual South Calgary Show ‘n Shine on July 26 at Southview Alliance Church. Enjoy the car show and some BBQ treats\, as well as games and events for the kids! Donations support FearIsNotLove and Hope Mission.  \nClick here for registration and more information.  URL:https://fearisnotlove.ca/event/south-calgary-show-n-shine/ LOCATION:Southview Alliance Church\, 20200 Walden Blvd SE\, Calgary\, AB\, T2X 0N4\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250906 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251004 DTSTAMP:20260407T201620 CREATED:20250904T215732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T220220Z UID:8313-1757116800-1759535999@fearisnotlove.ca SUMMARY:Shoppers Drug Mart - Giving Shelter Campaign DESCRIPTION:Shoppers Drug Mart is raising money for shelter agencies from September 6th to October 3rd. \nShoppers Foundation for Women’s HealthTM believes that all women should have access to the care and support they need to be healthy and safe. But with more than 2 in 5 women experiencing some form of intimate partner violence in their lifetime\, many women in Canada are suffering. Violence against women has a direct and negative impact on the health of women and their families. \nFearIsNotLove is being supported by 40+ Shoppers Locations. Donate in store. \n  URL:https://fearisnotlove.ca/event/shoppers-drug-mart-giving-shelter-campaign/ LOCATION:AB END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T220000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251031T020000 DTSTAMP:20260407T201620 CREATED:20251009T222123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T222537Z UID:8338-1761861600-1761876000@fearisnotlove.ca SUMMARY:Girls Night Out Halloween Party DESCRIPTION:Girls Who Like To Do Things is hosting a Halloween party for women and gender-diverse individuals at BLEU Calgary. Featuring a costume contest\, a dance\, and a photo booth\, this event will also raise awareness for domestic violence and donate $10 from every ticket to FearIsNotLove. \nTickets and more info: https://luma.com/2rc3f0wl URL:https://fearisnotlove.ca/event/girls-night-out-halloween-party/ LOCATION:BLEU Calgary\, 111 7 Ave SW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2P 0W5\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251112 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260125 DTSTAMP:20260407T201620 CREATED:20221110T182549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T160741Z UID:703-1762905600-1769299199@fearisnotlove.ca SUMMARY:CTV Calgary’s Toy Mountain DESCRIPTION:We are grateful for the overwhelming support from our community – THANK YOU! CTV’s Toy Mountain campaign was a tremendous success\, collecting financial donations\, toys\, and essential items to support our clients during the holiday season and throughout the year. \nThanks to this incredible generosity\, this year’s Toy Mountain raised a record-breaking $1\,184\,682 in cash\, toys and essentials\, with a total of items 16\,751 items collected! \nThese contributions will make a meaningful difference for individuals and families impacted by domestic violence and abuse in our community. \nFor more info\, visit: CTV Calgary Toy Mountain Website\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our Toy Mountain Partners\, Sponsors and Supporters: \nCTV Calgary \nCJAY 92 \n98.5 Virgin Radio \nPresenting Sponsor \nTrail Appliances \nSponsors: \nAction Furnace \nCountry Hills Toyota and South Pointe Toyota \nLux Windows and Doors  \nSentinel Storage  \nSupporters: \nAMJ Campbell \nBankers Hall \nBrookfield Place \nFifth Avenue Place \nSky Castle \nSuncor Energy Centre URL:https://fearisnotlove.ca/event/ctv-calgarys-toy-mountain/ LOCATION:AB END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260101 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260501 DTSTAMP:20260407T201620 CREATED:20250609T184748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T211240Z UID:8284-1767225600-1777593599@fearisnotlove.ca SUMMARY:Melanie's Ascent DESCRIPTION:In January 2026\, a team of hikers will summit Mt. Kilimanjaro to honour the memory and spirit of Melanie\, who was taken from us by domestic violence. Through Melanie’s Ascent Melanie’s brother\, friends and neighbours plan to raise awareness about domestic violence and raise $300\,000 to support the creation of a new program\, to be administered by FearIsNotLove\, that will provide critical safety tools\, including home security systems and personal safety devices to women fleeing domestic violence.  \nWe at FearIsNotLove are deeply moved by the group’s courage and commitment to build something meaningful out of tragedy. Through this initiative\, not only will the group honour Melanie’s legacy\, but they will also create a strong\, more connected community. \nPlease support the climb at: www.melaniesascent.ca. URL:https://fearisnotlove.ca/event/melanies-ascent/ LOCATION:AB END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260313 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260901 DTSTAMP:20260407T201620 CREATED:20250401T182708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T210349Z UID:8226-1773360000-1788220799@fearisnotlove.ca SUMMARY:Rogers Birdies for Kids presented by AltaLink DESCRIPTION:Rogers Birdies for Kids presented by AltaLink is a non-profit program under the Calgary Shaw Charity Classic Foundation. This program is designed to help raise new funds for local charities\, engage the community in the tournament\, and provide matching funds for each charity involved. \n\nYou can donate online or by cheque until August 31\nDonations can be made to the Shaw Charity Classic Foundation matching pool or directly to a participating charity\nDonations directed to a participating charity are matched up to 50% using the Foundation matching pool\nAll administrative costs are covered by the tournament\, meaning 100% of all donations will go directly to the charity selected.\n\n \n Donate to FearIsNotLove and have it matched!\n \n \n \n \n \n When you donate to FearIsNotLove you are making an impact on those living in fear within thier close relationships. Help us Change the Conversation and create communities that are free from domestic violence and abuse.  URL:https://fearisnotlove.ca/event/rogers-birdies-for-kids-presented-by-altalink/ LOCATION:AB END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T160000 DTSTAMP:20260407T201620 CREATED:20260319T212640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T175449Z UID:8586-1776933000-1776960000@fearisnotlove.ca SUMMARY:Moving Ahead: A Cross-Sectoral Workshop on Recognizing and Responding to Brain Injury from Intimate Partner Violence DESCRIPTION:Many survivors of physical intimate partner violence are also living with the lasting effects of brain injury caused by concussion or strangulation. This workshop is designed to equip frontline professionals with practical knowledge and tools to better recognize and respond to this often hidden public health issue. \nParticipants will leave with practical tools to recognize signs of brain injury\, apply trauma-informed approaches\, and confidently respond to and support victims\, including using adapted screening tools. \nJoin us for this free\, interactive day of learning and collaboration with professionals from gender-based violence services\, health care\, legal\, policing\, and other sectors. \nFeaturing expert presenters from SOAR: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Karen Mason\n Co-founder and Executive Director \n Karen Mason is co-founder and executive director for SOAR (Supporting Survivors of Abuse and Brain Injury through Research)\, and former executive director of Third Space Charity and Kelowna Women’s Shelter in Kelowna\, British Columbia\, Canada. A seasoned and passionate non-profit leader\, communicator\, and community collaborator\, Karen brings 30+ years of career experience in the private\, public\, and non-profit sectors to her work advocating for survivors of intimate partner violence\, conducting knowledge translation and mobilization activities\, and supporting research\, development\, and dissemination of promising practices. Karen is a dynamic and compelling presenter who has training in trauma informed practice and advanced strangulation prevention\, and is a member of the Pink Concussions Partner-Inflicted Brain Injury Task Force\, the Women’s Health Research Cluster at University of British Columbia\, and the ENIGMA International Consortium Working Group on Brain Injury in Intimate Partner Violence. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr. Paul van Donkelaar\n Co-founder and Scientific Advisor \n Dr. Paul van Donkelaar is co-founder and scientific advisor for SOAR (Supporting Survivors of Abuse and Brain Injury through Research). He is also a professor in the School of Health and Exercise Sciences at the University of British Columbia’s Okanagan campus in Kelowna\, B.C. Dr. van Donkelaar’s research focuses on the basic mechanisms of sensorimotor control and the cerebrovascular\, neurocognitive\, and sensorimotor aspects of brain dysfunction resulting from traumatic brain injuries. Since 2016\, his work has focused almost exclusively on better understanding brain dysfunction in women who have experienced intimate partner violence-caused brain injury. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Don’t miss this opportunity to build your knowledge\, strengthen cross-sector connections\, and enhance your ability to support those impacted by intimate partner violence. \nSpace is limited\, and a light lunch will be provided. \nRegister by April 17th: Eventbrite \nThis workshop is offered in partnership with SOAR and FearIsNotLove. URL:https://fearisnotlove.ca/event/moving-ahead-2026/ LOCATION:FearIsNotLove Administration Office\, 1509 Centre Street SW\, CALGARY\, AB\, T2G 2E6\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T213000 DTSTAMP:20260407T201620 CREATED:20250915T211929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T164944Z UID:8321-1777570200-1777584600@fearisnotlove.ca SUMMARY:Turning Points Gala 2026 DESCRIPTION:BMO Event Centre at Stampede ParkChampion Ballroom \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nJoin Us in Changing Lives \nTickets on Sale Now! \nThe Turning Points Gala is a powerful and inspiring social event that honours the strength of individuals and families impacted by domestic violence and abuse in our community. Each year\, we support approximately 20\,000 individuals on their journey toward safety\, healing\, and healthier relationships. This evening celebrates their courage and the life-changing work of FearIsNotLove. \nThe event brings together compassionate individuals and community leaders who believe in creating lasting change. It is more than just a night to remember\, it is an opportunity to connect\, reflect\, and invite your guests to learn more about a meaningful cause\, while supporting our programs and resources that transform lives. \nEveryone has the right to feel safe\, respected\, supported and loved. \nTogether\, we can create a safer and healthier community. Your contribution will ensure that those impacted by domestic violence and abuse receive support in their time of need\, and the continued innovative work of FearIsNotLove. \nSpecial Guests Announced!We’re thrilled to be joined by host\, Dave Kelly with performances by special guests\, Calgary born and award-winning artist\, Lindsay Ell and the Russell Broom Memorial Orchestra. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dave Kelly\n Emcee \n Dave Kelly is an award-winning host\, writer\, and interviewer who creates intelligent and deeply human moments for events and keynote conversations around the world. He is the host of Dave Kelly Live – Canada’s own talk variety show. From his beginnings as a TV Host\, Dave has spent decades leading conversations with business and political leaders across North America and beyond\, from Stanford School of Business in California to Amman\, Jordan and everywhere in between. Dave is the co- founder of Kelly Brothers Productions\, an award-winning video and entertainment company. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lindsay Ell \n Special Guest Performance presented by Entertainment Sponsor- Craig Senyk Initiatives \n Lindsay Ell’s decade-long career as an artist and songwriter includes three #1 hits\, a Platinum single\, and over 400 million streams. A CCMA Award winner with nominations from the CMA\, ACM\, CMT\, and JUNO Awards\, she’s also earned more than 20 CCMA nominations. \nThe Calgary-born\, Nashville-based artist channels her resilience into empowering and advocating for others through her work with the Make You Movement\, a charitable fund she launched in 2020 after coming forward as a sexual assault survivor. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Russell Broom Memorial Orchestra\n Special Guest Performers \n The Russell Broom Memorial Orchestra consists of Calgary musicians Lisa Jacobs\, Adam Dowling and Russell Broom\, who have worked with artists such as Jann Arden\, Ian Tyson\, Kyle McKearney\, George Canyon\, Robbie Williams\, Jill Barber\, Josh Groban\, Art Bergmann\, Terri Clark\, Ashley MacIsaac and many more. \n \n \n \n Purchase Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n Sponsorship Opportunities Available \nFor more information about Turning Points 2026:turningpoints@fearisnotlove.ca403.290.1552 Ext. 410 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Special Thanks to our Turning Points 2026 sponsors and supporters:\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Platinum Sponsors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gold Sponsor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Silver Sponsors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bronze Sponsors\n \n \n \n \n \n Amrop Rosin \nCorryton Burge \nCosmo Creative \nEmerson Clarke Printing \nExcel Homes \nLen T. Wong & Associates \nNexusV \nPatricia Moore \nPeloton \nPinder Mastel Wealth Management | Raymond James \nRBC \nSifton Petroleum \nTrico Communities \nWerklund Foundation \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Partners\n \n \n \n \n \n BMO Event Centre at Stampede Park \nChair Flair \nDave Kelly \nEncore \nKelly Brothers Productions \n \n \n \n \n \n Media Sponsor\n \n \n \n \n \n CTV Calgary \n \n \n \n \n \n Entertainment Sponsor\n \n \n \n \n \n Craig Senyk Initiatives presenting Lindsay Ell  \n \n \n \n \n \n Donors\n \n \n \n \n \n Scott Haggins \nSuzan & Alex Hauszner URL:https://fearisnotlove.ca/event/turning-points-gala-2026/ LOCATION:BMO Event Centre at Stampede Park\, 20 Round Up Way SE\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2G 2W1\, Canada END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR