Domestic violence is everyone’s problem — and needs everyone’s solution.

The Alberta Council of Women’s Shelters (ACWS) and the Calgary Stampeders are proud to stand together against domestic violence. This partnership is rooted in a shared belief that safety, dignity, and respect should be non-negotiable — at home, in our communities, and in sport.

For more than a decade, the Stampeders have used their voice to raise awareness, challenge harmful norms, and model what strength really looks like — in action.

About the Partnership

Each season, the Stampeders team up with ACWS and member shelters to:
● Utilize Stampeders games as an opportunity to raise awareness to the realities of domestic violence and how to be part of the solution.
● Feature players as advocates in video campaigns and public messaging that reject violence and promote healthy masculinity.
● Encourage fans to learn more about bystander intervention, community support resources, and how to talk with loved ones about abuse.
● Raise vital funds and visibility for shelters supporting women, children, and gender-diverse people fleeing violence.

Why it matters?

Domestic violence doesn’t stay behind closed doors. It affects teammates, coworkers, neighbours, and fans. By breaking the silence — and backing shelters across Alberta — this partnership helps shift culture and offer real support to those who need it.

Who is ACWS?

ACWS is the provincial voice of women’s shelters in Alberta. With a network of member shelters, ACWS works to end domestic violence through:
● Advocacy and systems change
● Training and capacity-building
● Public education and partnerships
● Supporting shelter operations with data, resources, and research

We believe every person has the right to live free from violence — and that real change takes all of us, working together.