ART SMITH AWARDS
The Art Smith Awards were created in the name of the founder of CHF. The awards recognize and honour front-line staff and projects that provide housing with support to those at risk of or experiencing homelessness in Calgary.
2022 AWARD WINNERS
FRONT-LINE
PROJECT AWARD
FRONT-LINE
EMPLOYEE AWARD
LEADERSHIP AWARD
Neoma
Homespace and Inn from the Cold
Jodie Aebly
The SHARP Foundation
Kathy Christiansen
Alpha House Society Calgary
AWARD CATEGORIES
FRONT-LINE
PROJECT AWARD
The nominated project demonstrates:
- A strong commitment to fighting homelessness.
- Innovation in project design and delivery.
- Collaboration with other programs, agencies, or sectors to support people experiencing homelessness.
- A desire and willingness to share knowledge and resources with other programs and agencies.
The project must be complete, or if ongoing, have clear annual outcomes reported.
FRONT-LINE
EMPLOYEE AWARD
The nominee demonstrates:
- A strong commitment to fighting homelessness.
- Collaboration within the system of care to support clients towards independence.
- Through interaction with people experiencing homelessness an unconditional regard and respect for clients.
- Leadership within their team and/or organization.
LEADERSHIP AWARD
The nominee demonstrates:
- Impact in the homeless serving sector of care because of their expertise and leadership.
- Advocacy in support of individuals experiencing homelessness.
- Encouragement and motivation given to others to take leadership roles in the CHSSC.
- Support for the nominee, demonstrating qualifications for award eligibility.
For questions, please contact fundraising@calgaryhomeless.com.