Old YWCA building in Beltline drawing new attention from non-profit

A Calgary social development charity is interested in reviving the YWCA as a community centre in the Beltline.

The old YWCA building in the Beltline could soon have a new lease on life after being closed since last September.

The Arusha Centre stepped up to make a bid today to see the old Y restored and supported.

The social development charity wants the building to be a community centre.

The building housed the YWCA from 1911 to 1971, after which it housed various non-profit organizations.

The city is now putting $1 million towards restoration.

Supporters say the building is badly needed to help support the surrounding communities.

One hundred and seven community groups were in the building when when it was shut down due to high maintenance costs.