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Do you help others in Canada or out of the country? Here are some non-profit(非盈利的) organizations in Calgary, Canada, through which you can do something for others.
Calgary Reads
Calgary Reads helps struggling readers in Grade One and Two twice a week. Trained adult volunteers carry out one-to-one reading teaching in the children’s school during school hours. Volunteers are trained to use a proven effective lesson framework(框架). Time is spent coaching readers while providing a strong role model in each child’s life.
Address: 105, 12th Ave SE
Telephone: 1 403 777-8254
Ukrainian Mission Canada
This organization helps children in need in Ukraine, a country in Eastern Europe. You can donate(捐赠) money or things to help one of the children in need.
Address: 3806 44 Ave NE
Telephone: 1 403 451-6991
Calgary Doula Association
This organization is formed to provide information about services related to birth and child care for the general public and worried professionals. Monthly meetings provide a networking opportunity and exchange of information for individuals interested in birth and child care, couples who are to be parents, and health care providers.
Address: 124 Cresthaven Place SW
Telephone: 1 403 750-2033
Rainbow Society of Alberta
Rainbow Society of Alberta helps to fulfill wishes of Alberta children with long-term or life-threatening illnesses. Founded in Winnipeg in 1983, Rainbow Society was the first children’s organization of its kind in Canada. Its Alberta chapter(分部) was created in 1986 by a handful of caring volunteers who saw a need to bring such a strong support system to children in Alberta.
Address: PO Box 1153, Station M
Telephone: 1 403 252-3891
21. What does Calgary Reads mainly aim to do?
A. To help all children do better at school.
B. To provide role models for young children.
C. To help little struggling readers read better.
D. To encourage children in Canada to read more.
22. To learn more about helping children in need in Ukraine, which number should you call?
A. 1 403 451-6991
B. 1 403 777-8254
C. 1 403 750-2033
D. 1 403 252-3891
23. What do you know about Rainbow Society of Alberta?
A. It helps children with long-term illnesses worldwide.
B. It was founded in Winnipeg in 1983.
C. It is the first children’s organization in Canada.
D. It was organized by some volunteers in 1986.
