Stuff A Bag Sale
2022-06-03 04:00 - 2022-06-04 19:00 (America/Edmonton) | Alberta
Our little boutique is packed to the rafters and we need help clearing some out to ensure our clients get the newest and best inventory. Shop for gently worn or new with tags ladies tops, bottoms, shoes, jackets, bags, jewelry and more!

Join us at our new boutique in Capstone Friday June 3rd from 4:00pm-7:00pm and Saturday June 4th 10am-3pm.

Shop early for best selection!

VIP Preview Shopping Night
2022-06-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Alberta
Shop the new boutique in Capstone FIRST!

Purchase a VIP ticket for the chance to shop our best inventory for just $5 a piece before the public can. Pants, shirts, sweaters, dresses, footwear, scrubs, jewelry – everything for just $5 each.

Wine & door prizes!

Thursday June 2, 6-8pm
Tickets are $20 + SC
CLICK HERE TO BUY!

Thank you for supporting Dress for Success Central Alberta!

Preparing for an Interview with Dress for Success & MCG Careers
2022-08-09 17:00 - 19:00 | Alberta
Join Dress for Success Central Alberta in partnership with MCG Careers for the first free session from our Learning Centre!

Dana Mann, Branch Manager with Scotiabank Red Deer and Shasta Kovach with MCG Careers will be sharing advice on best interview practices including common questions you may be asked, how to formulate a response and tips to bring your best self.

Question period to follow.

This is a free event open to women and non-binary individuals seeking employment. Notepad and pens supplied.
Limited seating – please register by emailing centralalberta@dressforsuccess.org or by calling 403-597-8769

Preparing for an Interview Workshop
2022-09-13 | Alberta
You’re invited to participate in our first free seminar in the Learning Centre at Dress for Success!

Join Dana Mann, Scotiabank Red Deer branch manager, and Shasta Kovach from MCG Careers as they share tips and advice on Preparing for an Interview. They’ll be sharing common questions you may be asked, how to formulate a response and tips to bring your best self. There will be time for questions and one on one conversation with these experts after to help attendees get the most out of this seminar.

Find out how you can take advantage of our interview suiting services and make your next interview the last one! Secure employment in a position you love with the help of Dress for Success.

This seminar is for you if you are currently seeking employment and…
– you’re intimidated by the interview process
– you want to gain more experience & insight into the process
– you are a teen looking for your first job
– you’re an adult re-entering the workforce

RSVP today by emailing centralalberta@dressforsuccess.org or by calling 403-597-8769

Dress for Success Community Sale
2023-08-19 | Alberta
Our community sale is back! Stay tuned for further details.

Runway - A Fundraiser for Dress for Success
2023-09-21 | Alberta
Join us on a journey as we transform Bo’s Bar and Stage into a New York Club with an evening filled with music, aerialists, fashion, food and cocktails.
Your support in attending this event will help us fund and develop our service programs designed to assist women striving for economic empowerment.
In order to keep administrative costs at a minimum, we are selling tickets on an invoice basis. If you are able to join us, please email our Executive Director (erin@dfsca.ca) and we will be happy to arrange invoicing (for either individuals or businesses). Tickets are available in tables of 4, 6 or 8.

Financial Basics & Budgeting Workshop
2024-01-30 18:30 - 20:30 | Alberta
Increase your financial literacy for better day to day financial management.
At Dress for Success Central Alberta we are firm believers that increased financial literacy for women is essential to make wise financial decisions, achieve financial goals and be economically independent. Join us on Tuesday, January 30, 2024 for a free workshop designed to increase your financial literacy and provide strategies to assist with your financial management. Those in attendance will leave with tangible and beneficial tools and systems for budgeting and improving your quality of life, regardless of your financial starting points.
This workshop will be led by Rachel Collin. Rachel has 9 years of experience in the financial services industry with history in both the bank as well as an investment firm. Rachel is a member of the Dress for Success Board of Directors and is passionate about helping women increase their financial literacy and gain financial independence.
There is no cost to attend this workshop but pre-registration is required. If you can, please bring a notebook with you.
Dress for Success Central Alberta is committed to creating an inclusive group that exists to support you, providing a judgement-free safe space in which to ask questions and receive support.
REGISTER HERE

Post Secondary Education & You
2024-03-26 18:30 - 19:30 | Dress For Success Central Alberta, 5571 45 Street, Red Deer, Alberta, T4N 1L2, Canada
Breaking down barriers and answering questions about furthering your education as an adult.
This free workshop is designed for anyone who has ever thought about going back to school but you didn’t know where to start. Spend an hour with a recruitment specialist from Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) and gain a better understanding on how to navigate the post-secondary registration and enrollment process. We will also discuss funding options and explore available programs at RDP.
By the end of the hour, you will feel better equipped to take the next steps towards starting your post-secondary journey.
REGISTER YOUR (FREE) SPOT

Dress for Success Central Alberta Annual General Meeting
2024-03-27 16:00 - 17:00 | Alberta
March 27, 2024 at 4pm
Dress for Success Central Alberta – 5571 45 Street, Red Deer, AB
Everyone is welcome to join us!

STEMS Fundraiser - Celebrating Admin Professionals
2024-03-28 - 2024-04-24 | Alberta
On April 24, we acknowledge the hard work and effort our administrative staff puts in to keep our businesses running smoothly. This year, we hope you will join us in celebrating these individuals by purchasing a Celebrate and Empower arrangement from Stems. 20% of every arrangement purchased will go back to Dress For Success here in our community.
All orders placed before April 15 will be entered to win a dinner for 4 with a cocktail and wine pairing, graciously donated by Bo’s Bar & Stage.
Link to order:
https://www.stemsfloral.ca/product/celebrate-and-empower/

Success Stories Unplugged
2024-05-21 14:30 - 17:30 | Bo’s Bar & Stage, 2310 50 Ave, Red Deer, Alberta, T4R 1C5, Canada
A fundraiser & community builder for Dress For Success Central Alberta
The event will include a keynote address and panel discussion centered around success, mentorship and building a community that champions each other. The occasion would not be complete without cocktails, whiskey tasting and appetizers.
About our Speaker: Emma May is the Founder of the digitally native fashion brand SophieGrace.ca She is a corporate lawyer and real estate brokerage founder. Emma practiced entertainment law and was Executive Director of the Office of the Premier in Southern Alberta to former Alberta Premier Jim Prentice. Emma will share insights in start up leadership and the value of mentorship. She will also speak about her experience in founding and building ventures as well as what it takes for communities to grow and thrive. S UCCESS STORIES: Unplugged
About our Panel:
Moderated by RDP President Stuart Cullum, we are pleased to host on the panel: Shazma Charania, John Donald, Mark Jones, Emma May and Lyn Radford.This impressive group of community leaders will have an open discussion on the importance of community building, mentorship and the role each of us can play in making a difference.

Tickets: $75 each (includes speaker, panel discussion, cocktail, whisky tasting and appetizers) Reserve tables of 4 | 6 | 8 |10 available. Individual tickets will be seated on a first come first serve basis
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE
Dress for Success Central Alberta offers long-lasting solutions that enable women to break the cycle of poverty and create economic independence. We empower women into the workforce by providing them with professional attire, career services and skill development programs.

Professional Services Pathways and Insights
2024-05-29 10:00 - 14:00 | Alberta
In partnership with Deloitte, please join us on Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 10 am MT for this free virtual workshop “Professional Services Pathways and Insights”.
This workshop is designed to engage and support women and non-binary individuals, helping them to strengthen their skills and gather insights into career pathways in the professional services industry.
This workshop will include a conversation with three diverse panelists from Deloitte who will speak to:

Navigating a career in the professional services space
Unique insights based on their own careers
Overcoming career challenges and barriers
Building professional relationships and mentorship

There will also be an opportunity to enter smaller breakout rooms to network and gather general advice from Deloitte employees on topics such as interview advice for professional services, skill building, navigating hiring processes in Canada/or at large organizations.
ABOUT DELOITTE…
Deloitte provides audit and assurance, consulting, financial advisory, risk advisory, tax, and related services to public and private clients spanning multiple industries. Deloitte serves four out of five Fortune Global 500® companies through a globally connected network of member firms in more than 150 countries and territories bringing world-class capabilities, insights, and service to address clients’ most complex business challenges.
NOTE: This workshop will not be recorded and will be presented in English only.
REGISTRATION Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_6iqvZBkdTQOl2r8mpQw-vw

VIP Sip & Shop
2024-06-13 17:00 - 20:00 | Dress For Success Central Alberta, 5571 45 Street, Red Deer, Alberta, T4N 1L2, Canada
Back by popular demand! The Dress for Success Central Alberta VIP Sip & Shop will include refreshments, fitting room access and the opportunity to be the first to shop a curated collection of high end attire, designer pieces and vintage gems.
Please note this is a ticketed event.
Prices of VIP items will range from $20 – $40. Cash and cards accepted for payments.
Get your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vip-sip-shop-dress-for-success-central-alberta-tickets-914890892287?aff=erelexpmlt
Every purchase directly supports our career services and dressing programs, helping women on their journey to economic independence.
Tell your friends, we can’t wait to see you all here!

Community Clothing Sale
2024-06-14 13:00 - 19:00 | Dress For Success Central Alberta, 5571 45 Street, Red Deer, Alberta, T4N 1L2, Canada
Friday will be our Community Clothing Sale from 1pm – 7pm! Shop a selection of quality women’s work wear and casual pieces (including shoes and purses) with most items priced at $5. Cash and cards accepted for payments.
Please note the Community Clothing Sale is open to anyone and everyone with no ticket required!
Every purchase directly supports our career services and dressing programs, helping women on their journey to economic independence.
Tell your friends, we can’t wait to see you all here!

Community Clothing Sale
2024-10-19 10:00 - 14:00 | Dress For Success Central Alberta, 5571 45 Street, Red Deer, Alberta, T4N 1L2, Canada
Join us on Saturday, October 19, 2024 for our Fall Community Clothing Sale! Shop a selection of quality women’s work wear and casual pieces (including shoes and purses) with most items priced at $2. We will also be offering a quality selection of jackets and winter wear. Cash and cards accepted for payments.
Please note the Community Clothing Sale is open to anyone and everyone with no ticket required!
Community Clothing Sale
Saturday, October 19, 2024
10am – 2pm
DFS Boutique – 5571 45 Street Red Deer

Stock will be replenished throughout the sale. Every purchase directly supports our career services and dressing programs, helping women on their journey to economic independence.
Tell your friends, we can’t wait to see you all here!

Career Services Workshop
2025-01-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Dress For Success Central Alberta, 5571 45 Street, Red Deer, Alberta, T4N 1L2, Canada
Are you currently looking for work or considering a career change? Register today for our upcoming Career Services Workshop!
The workshop will be delivered in person on Tuesday, January 21st, at 6:00 pm at the Dress for Success Central Alberta boutique. The workshop will focus on career guidance, aligning skills and experience to suitable career paths, and the importance of finding your passion. The workshop will be delivered by Reena Ragbir-Guness and Tosin Adetayo. Reena and Tosin both have extensive experience in human resources management and have a passion for supporting women in our community.
There is no cost to attend but pre-registration is required. Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/SZaBsJxaWm
Everyone is welcome, we can’t wait to see you!

Women's Mechanic Workshop
2025-02-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Red Deer Mechanics, 5016 58 Street, Red Deer, Alberta, T4N 6A8, Canada
Dress for Success Central Alberta will be offering an in-person Women’s Mechanic workshop on Tuesday, February 25th, 2025, from 6:00pm to 8:00pm, which will be held offsite at Red Deer Mechanics (5016 – 58 Street Red Deer, AB). The workshop will be delivered by Ryan Weatherley, RSE and owner of Red Deer Mechanics. Come and learn basic vehicle maintenance skills, including information and tips on keeping you safe on the road.
This will be an exciting and interactive workshop, and we look forward to seeing you there! Space is limited to 15 participants, so act now by registering through the link below.
REGISTER FOR FREE HERE
We look forward to seeing you!

SOLD OUT: Power Lunch
2025-03-07 11:30 - 13:30 | Alberta
Celebrate the power of women and learn how a community centric model can create a movement that will help the people in our community who need it most.

Enjoy a thoughtful keynote address from Nicole Gibson, Founder & CEO of inTruth Technologies, a globally recognized pioneer in emotional health innovation. Through the use of data and innovative technology, inTruth is reshaping how individuals and organizations approach emotional intelligence and well-being.
Community is a key component to our health and identity. Creating a platform to discuss community centric solutions to create meaningful change will benefit us all.
Celebrate International Women’s Day with local social impact organizations that are working together to serve women in Central Alberta, We can all challenge gender stereotypes, call out discrimination, draw attention to bias, and seek out positive action.
Lets be strong advocates for the women in our community together!
Thank you! This event is now sold out. Email meghan@dfsca.ca for more information.
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE

Menopause Conversations: Navigating the Change Together
2025-04-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Dress For Success Central Alberta, 5571 45 Street, Red Deer, Alberta, T4N 1L2, Canada
We are thrilled to share our next in-person workshop opportunity on Thursday, April 3, 2025! There is no cost to attend, although registration is required.
Join us for “Menopause Conversations: Navigating the Change Together” – an interactive workshop designed for women to share, learn, and ask questions about menopause. Led by a menopause specialist, this workshop aims to create a safe space for open dialogue, addressing common concerns, myths, and strategies for a healthy transition. Bring your questions, and let’s embark on this journey together!
Dr. Esnielle Brooks MBChB, CCFP, MSCP
www.mymenopauseclinic.ca
Date: Thursday, April 3rd, 2025
Time: 6:00-8:00pm
Where: 5, 5571 45 Street, Red Deer, AB (Dress for Success Central Alberta)
Link to registration: https://forms.office.com/r/TJM1HFchLC

Save the date: Spring Community Clothing Sale!
2025-04-05 10:00 - 14:00 | Dress For Success Central Alberta, 5571 45 Street, Red Deer, Alberta, T4N 1L2, Canada
Save the date!
We are having our annual spring community clothing sale
Saturday, April 5 from 10am – 2pm at the Dress for Success Central Alberta boutique
Items will be $4 each or 3 for $10 with a select VIP items priced at $10 per item.
Inventory will include women’s work and casual wear as well as shoes and handbags.
Everyone is welcome and encouraged to come shop!

Success Stories
2025-05-20 13:45 - 16:30 | Bo’s Bar & Stage, 2310 50 Ave, Red Deer, Alberta, T4R 1C5, Canada
After a hugely successful inaugural event in 2024 we are excited to report this event will be back in 2025! Join us as we gather a panel of local community and business leaders to share their experiences and insights around leadership, growth and why giving back matters.
Success Stories’ mission is to create a vibrant and supportive community that thrives on mentorship and collaboration. Together, we can lay the foundation for a city that truly champions each other.
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE

Bower Sale
2025-10-03 16:00 - 2025-10-04 10:00 | BOWER PLACE, 4900 Molly Banister Dr, Red Deer, Alberta, T4R 1N9, Canada
We’re thrilled to announce the dates for our Fall COMMUNITY CLOTHING SALE, and it’s going to be our biggest one yet!
Friday, October 3 | 4PM – 8PM
Saturday, October 4 | 10AM – 4PM
BOWER PLACE – The Great Indoors Pop-Up
(Located near Marshalls Entrance / Northeast Doors)
Shop a wide selection of women’s work and casual wear (including shoes, dresses, handbags, skirts, pants, outer wear and tops)!
Cash & cards accepted
Everyone welcome — it’s called a *community* sale for a reason!
Come shop, connect, and support a great cause. We can’t wait to see you there!

How to be Cyber Safe in Daily Life
2025-10-09 17:00 - 18:00 | Alberta
KPMG in Canada National Workshop Details (How to be Cyber Safe in Daily Life)
“How to be Cyber Safe in Daily Life” Presented in collaboration with Dress for Success Canada Foundation and KPMG in Canada – Thursday, October 9, 2025 – 7pm to 8pm (Eastern Time).
In collaboration with KPMG in Canada, please join us on Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 7pm ET for this free virtual workshop “How to be Cyber Safe in Daily Life”.
The world we live in today is as much about our digital presence as it is about our physical presence. This means cybersecurity is for everyone, not just for companies and institutions that may seem beyond our grasp. In this webinar, cybersecurity professional Frances MacTaggart will outline how cybersecurity concepts and mechanisms can be applied to your daily life, both physically and digitally. This will include:

Know your own level of risk tolerance
Learning scam identifiers to safeguard your accounts
Practicing resilience with your digital habits
Tips and tools to aid with your personal cybersecurity and job searching

Our speaker, Frances MacTaggart is a Manager within KPMG’s Cyber Resilience, Strategy and Governance practice and is skilled in multiple areas of cyber security, which includes information security governance and strategy, third party risk management, security training, and more. Frances’ expertise involves combining sociocultural and emergency management considerations to create and implement methodologies that could be used to predict, prepare and mitigate against cyber threats. Additionally, she provides her business continuity expertise within KPMG nationally as part of KPMG in Canada’s Business Continuity Team. She uses her background in crisis management to provide insights about adversary and organisational decision making, standard operating procedures, tactics, techniques, and likely responses to cyber events. Frances has applied her expertise in Canada, Switzerland, Poland, Italy and the U.S.
About KPMG in Canada
KPMG LLP, a limited liability partnership, is a full-service Audit, Tax and Advisory firm owned and operated by Canadians. For over 150 years, our professionals have provided consulting, accounting, auditing, and tax services to Canadians, inspiring confidence, empowering change, and driving innovation. Guided by our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Courage, Together, For Better, KPMG employs more than 10,000 people in over 40 locations across Canada, serving private- and public-sector clients. KPMG is consistently ranked one of Canada’s top employers and one of the best places to work in the country.
The firm is established under the laws of Ontario and is a member of KPMG’s global organization of independent member firms affiliated with KPMG International, a private English company limited by guarantee. Each KPMG firm is a legally distinct and separate entity and describes itself as such. For more information, see kpmg.com/ca.
NOTE: This workshop will not be recorded and will be presented in English only
To register, visit https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_bff9w2BVR06WWz2438jiaQ
Space is limited for this free workshop.

DFSCA AGM
2025-12-03 12:00 - 13:00 | Dress For Success Central Alberta, 5571 45 Street, Red Deer, Alberta, T4N 1L2, Canada

Appreciation Project Gratitude Grams
2026-03-06 | Dress For Success Central Alberta, 5571 45 Street, Red Deer, Alberta, T4N 1L2, Canada
Celebrate International Women’s Day with purpose!
This International Women’s Day, honour a woman who inspires you with a Gratitude Gram—a heartfelt note and curated gift delivered to her on March 6th as part of Dress for Success Central Alberta’s Appreciation Project.
Gratitude Grams are a simple, meaningful way to say:
I see you. I appreciate you. Your impact matters.
Whether it’s a mentor, a colleague, a friend, a role model, an ally or someone who quietly makes your world better, your message will brighten her day and remind her how valued she truly is.
How It Works

Choose your curated gift option.
Write your message to a woman you admire.
We deliver it on March 6th as part of our International Women’s Day celebration.

Together, we can multiply generosity and strengthen our community, one heartfelt message at a time.
Your Purchase Makes a Difference
Every Gratitude Gram supports the mission of Dress for Success Central Alberta, helping women in our community build economic independence through professional attire, career tools, and a network of unwavering support and helps fuel Mia’s Closet.
Mia’s Closet is a community-driven program providing essential clothing to women and children facing challenging times—extending dignity, comfort, and confidence when it’s needed most. Currently operating on a referral basis through Dress for Success Central Alberta and the Central Alberta Child Advocacy Centre. Mia’s Closet is a trademark of the Breaking the Mould Foundation. All rights reserved. Learn more about Mia’s Closet.
When you send a Gratitude Gram, you’re not only celebrating an incredible woman in your life — you’re uplifting many more across Central Alberta.

Orders open February 17 – March 5 for March 6, 2026 delivery.
Order here: DFS Gratitude Grams
