Canada’s homelessness data sharing conference
Data That Makes A Difference conference
Calgary Homeless Foundation (CHF) and The School of Public Policy at the University of Calgary host this annual national conference that brings together data professionals, service delivery partners, and researchers to exchange insights and learnings about the data-driven innovations that are transforming the homeless-serving system of care.

Join us for the 8th Annual
Data That Makes a
Difference Conference
Wednesday
May 28 2025
–
Thursday
May 29 2025
University of Calgary
Downtown Campus
906 8 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 1H9
Registration
Early bird
March 5–31, 2025
$250
(plus processing fees)
Limit of 10 tickets per organization
General
April 1–May 7, 2025
$300
(plus processing fees)
Limit of 10 tickets per organization
How does data inform the work of service and program providers in the homeless-serving sector?

Impactful data
Practical applications and sector insights
Exploring how specific data has been effectively applied and made a tangible difference across the homeless-serving sector.

Current trends
Emerging research and data connections
Highlighting the latest advancements, trends, and newly identified connections in data that are driving change.

Data gaps
What’s needed for progress?
Identifying the critical data we still need, and the important questions we should be asking to unlock new opportunities for impact.
Bursary for people with lived experience
Are you a person with lived experience of homelessness and would like to attend the Data That Makes a Difference conference, but cost is a barrier? Please fill out the form, and we will reach out to you with accessible options for attendance.
Apply for a bursary
Questions?
We’re here to help you make the most of this unique learning opportunity. Whether you have questions about sessions, networking, or how to get involved, don’t hesitate to reach out.