Beta Sigma Phi – Calgary

email: calgarybetasigmaphi@gmail.com

Consists of 13 chapters with 175 members.
Alpha, our first chapter, received its charter in 1938.
Chapters meet twice a month, either in members' homes or at a hall. Each meeting is dedicated to business matters and/or cultural programs.
We publish a newsletter, The Yellow Rose, for our members.
Citywide functions include:
Fall Reception - November
Founder's Day Banquet - April
Progression - May
Socials include: theme parties, potluck dinners, getaway weekends, movie nights, and more
Mixed Socials include: game night, bowling, Theatre nights, Murder Mystery Night, Barbeques and more
Some chapter outings might include: Theatre, Millarville Market, Home Show, Craft shows, Saskatoon Berry Farm, Museum of the Regiment, Fire Hall/Police Station tours, Chocolate Factory etc.
Each year, Calgary Beta Sigma Phi awards the following:
Scholarship at the Kiwanis Music Festival
Louise Dean Scholarship
Dr Aileen Fish Memorial Bursary
Mrs Ruth Walker Scholarship
Dr. Leona Paterson Scholarship
Mrs Norreen Baker Scholarship
Ms. Phyllis Davis Donation
Ms. Susan Costello Donation
Past Donations have gone to: Red Cross equipment lending program, Louise Dean Day Care, Brain Injury, Discovery House, Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra, payment for half the cost of purchasing a Handi Bus, ALS, Canadian Transplant Association, and Wings of Hope.

Although not a service organization, our members can be found volunteering at the Mustard Seed, manning kettles for the Salvation Army, participating in the run/walk for a cure, and participating in many other service projects and fundraisers throughout the city.
Membership provides opportunities to contribute to your community, develop lifelong friendships and develop leadership skills.
As an international organization, Beta Sigma Phi offers transfer to any chapter and provides a wonderful support system wherever one might move.
To learn more about Beta Sigma Phi in the Calgary area, please contact our Organization.