Bridges Calgary Association was created to build understanding, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful allyship across communities.

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Our Mission

To combat antisemitism by creating meaningful opportunities for Jewish and non–Jewish communities to build understanding, strengthen relationships, and stand together in allyship.

Our Values

A Calgary where Jewish people feel seen, supported, and safe and where people of all backgrounds have the knowledge, courage, and relationships needed to stand against antisemitism.

The Founders

Michelle Mather: Co-founder

Kim Kitai: Co-founder

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Michelle is a business and community

leader with a strong commitment to

meaningful change. Her energy spans

not-for-profit, communications, and

Chamber of Arts and Theatre of Bridges, she believes in the power of connection to create stronger, safer communities.


Through Bridges, Michelle helps create

opportunities for Jewish–non–Jewish community members to listen, connect, and become more active allies.

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Kim brings decades of experience in media,

communications, and non-profit leadership

at events, granting, effective advocacy and

Calgary’s vibrant community. She is deeply

committed to creating opportunities to

promote connection and builds a

sense of community through it all.


Through Bridges, Kim helps drive meaningful

change with empathy, energy, and grounded

in honest conversation.