By Nick Falvo, Ph.D, Director, Research and Data, Calgary Homeless Foundation A recent news article serves as a reminder of the crucial role that can be played by the federal government in ending homelessness. The article in question discusses a scenario in which a Calgary man who’d been living for five years at the Calgary […]
Bylaw Community Peace Officers Share Knowledge on Encampment Sites — Written by Madison Smith, CHF Project Coordinator The skies were clear the morning Bylaw Community Police Officers, Jody St. Pierre and Melanie Thomas graciously opened their vehicle doors for two “observers” to take a look into their daily encounters with homeless encampment sites and individuals who […]
To be involved with an Organization such as Vibrant Communities Calgary and the ‘Enough for All Strategy’ has meant many things on many levels to me both in a personal level and in a professional capacity. I have lived in Poverty for many years and at that time I did not realize the implications of […]
This past June, Colborne’s Forces, a community program launched by Calgary Flames forward Joe Colborne in November 2014, produced its first Benefit Concert to support Alberta veterans. Portions of the money raised went to benefit the unique needs of past members of Canada’s Armed Forces and to support military museums around the province. This is not the first […]
It’ll be a dinner extravaganza with meaning and a touch of intrigue. We want to take you back to the rise of jazz and swing, sinuous dress and art deco in our brand new fundraiser: Calgary Homeless Foundation Pop Up Party. The fun launches this October 15th. We’ll have some live entertainment, a dinner […]
By: Nick Falvo, Ph.D., Director, Research and Data, CHF From time to time, voluntary sector leaders—and advocates in general—come up with ideas for new spending and new social programs. When they do this, they often focus too much on influencing elected officials, and too little on influencing senior public servants. What’s more, it’s important that […]
First Annual Canadian Homelessness Data Sharing Initiative By: Nick Falvo On May 4, 2016, approximately 40 people attended the First Annual Canadian Homelessness Data Sharing Initiative, sponsored in Calgary by the Calgary Homeless Foundation and the University of Calgary’s School of Public Policy. Those attending included government officials, researchers and students. Here are 10 things to […]
CHANGE IN SCHEDULE: Party with a Purpose is one day only! Tuesday, July 12. Purchase tickets now Purchase tickets now If you haven’t purchased your ticket yet, they are still available on Ticketyfly or at the door. Tickets are $29, doors open at 7am with a pancake breakfast and the first musical act at […]
It was a full house at the key exchange for Stepping Stone Manor on Tuesday, June 28th. Stepping Stone is set to become home to 30 individuals with long-term lived experience of homelessness. Under contract with Calgary John Howard Society, the individuals taking up residence will be provided housing, supports and the opportunity to be part […]
A Call for Feedback To identify gaps in affordability and accessibility of housing in the province, the Government of Alberta is asking Albertans to provide feedback that will assist in the development of a Provincial Affordable Housing Strategy. Every Albertan is encouraged to respond to the survey. Your input will help inform the development of […]
