CDA 2024/2025 New/Renewal Member Application:
Membership
Whether you are just starting out as a new doula, have been a doula in another location or would just like to join a supportive network of like-minded doulas -- we would like to welcome you to the Calgary Doula Association!
The Calgary Doula Association requires that all of our members abide by and adhere to the Association's Bylaws, a strict Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice as well as our Internet Policy. Click below for more information.
Option 1: General Membership with the CDA is $50/year
Option 2: Associate Membership is $20/year (Associate members do not receive subsidized rates on trainings, cannot be listed on the referral list and do not receive voting rights).
If you are interested in membership with the CDA please click the button below to complete our Application.
Why Join the CDA?
Supportive community of like-minded doulas who encourage you on your path to becoming, and during your career as a doula
Continuing Education opportunities that are organized and often subsidized by the Calgary Doula Association
Invitation to join the Calgary Doula Association private Facebook Group for CDA Members only
Becoming a "Blue Shirt Doula"; a brand which is recognized and highly respected by hospitals and midwives as well-trained and trustworthy doulas
The CDA subsidizes the purchase of your first "blue shirt"
Referral List - The Calgary Doula Association maintains a “Find a Doula” link on our website which connects prospective clients to your Doula Match bio through our designated group profile. We may also receive special requests for doulas and will pass your name along to prospective clients if you choose to be on our referral list. Approved doula training bodies include: BeboMia, Doula Training Canada, Pro Doula, Pacific Rim College, Birth Arts International, Indigenous Birthworkers, Experiential Doulas, DONA, and CAPPA are accepted to our Referral List.
The opportunity to meet with couples who are looking for birth and postpartum doulas at our popular "Meet Your Doula" events
Backup support for those times when you might not be available
Professional Presentation is important. Each member of the Calgary Doula Association signs a Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics document annually. This is important to clients and shows your commitment to providing a professional service that is within the scope of a doula.
General Membership Meetings:
Our meetings are held from September - May each year on the second Wednesday every alternating month from 6:00-8:00 pm, and the second Thursday from 7:00-9:00pm the opposite month. Look under our "Events" tab for more information. Feel free to drop in as a guest if you would like more information before signing up!