Help Us Light the Way Home This Holiday Season
December 16, 2024
Our Manager of Fund Development, Cindy Ngo appeared on Global Morning News to discuss an important topic affecting our fundraising efforts this giving season – the ongoing postal strike. With traditional mail services disrupted, many of our fundraising initiatives that rely on mailed donations and communication have faced significant challenges.
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Help Us Light the Way Home This Holiday Season
December 16, 2024
Our Manager of Fund Development on Global Morning News
December 13, 2024
Our Manager of Fund Development on Global Morning News
December 13, 2024
Our Manager of Fund Development, Cindy Ngo appeared on Global Morning News to discuss an important topic affecting our fundraising efforts this giving season – the ongoing postal strike. With traditional mail services disrupted, many of our fundraising initiatives that rely on mailed donations and communication have faced significant challenges.
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Reflecting on 50 Years of Addiction Awareness in Alberta: Progress, Challenges, and the Path Forward
November 25, 2024
Addiction is a complex and multifaceted issue that has affected individuals, families, and communities across Alberta for decades. As we reflect on the past 50 years, it is essential to recognize both the progress made in addiction awareness and the challenges that remain. This journey has been marked by evolving societal attitudes, changes in treatment approaches, and a growing understanding of the underlying factors contributing to addiction.
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National Housing Day: A Call to Action for Our Community
November 21, 2024
As we recognize National Housing Day, it’s essential to reflect on the critical role that housing plays in the well-being of individuals and families in our community. As we reflect on the past 50 years, it is essential to recognize both the progress made in addiction awareness and the challenges that remain. Today, we want to celebrate the incredible work being done at our shelter and express our gratitude to those who make this work possible, especially our dedicated Housing Team and the landlords who partner with us.
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National Philanthropy Day: Celebrating Generosity and Impact
November 14, 2024
National Philanthropy Day is a special occasion to recognize and celebrate the profound impact that charitable giving and volunteerism have on our communities. It’s a day dedicated to honoring individuals, organizations, and foundations that make a difference through their generosity, time, and resources. This celebration reminds us of the power of giving and the collective effort required to create lasting change.
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From Shelter to Home: Why we embraced a housing-focused approach to support our community.
October 31, 2024
Several years ago, our current President and CEO, Sandra Clarkson, attended a talk by Iain De Jong of OrgCode Consulting, where he spoke passionately about how shelters could be a driving force in ending homelessness. His message was clear: by adopting a housing-focused approach, shelters can transform into a process rather than just a destination. This ignited a spark in Sandra, leading to a new, bold vision for the Calgary Drop-In Centre (the DI) to transition to a housing-focused shelter.
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Addressing Canada’s Housing Crisis: How You Can Help Through Federal Advocacy
October 28, 2024
At the DI, we witness the housing crisis in Calgary every day. The impact of housing instability is immediate, severe, and widespread. Unfortunately, this crisis is not isolated to Calgary; […]
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National Truth and Reconciliation Day: Shelter guests share messages of hope, truth, and learning
September 27, 2024
September 30 marks National Truth and Reconciliation Day, also known as Orange Shirt Day. Today, we wear orange to acknowledge that for more than a century, thousands of Indigenous children […]
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Bundling Up for Good: Join Our Winter Donation Drive
September 23, 2024
Despite the forecast for the week ahead, winter is coming and here at the DI we’re preparing for a busy season ahead.
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Embracing Diversity: Continually supporting the Calgary Pride Festival
August 28, 2024
At the DI, we believe in creating safer and inclusive spaces for all individuals, regardless of their background or identity. As an organization dedicated to providing support and care to […]
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