Building a Stronger Calgary
April 28, 2026

The Calgary Drop-In Centre helps people address and overcome the barriers they face to acquiring a home of their own: 1) Lack of affordable and deeply affordable rentals, 2) Financial Strain, and 3) Limited Access to Household Furnishings.

The good news is, if we work together, we can build a stronger Calgary.

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Recent Posts

More than a Pantry

August 21, 2026

Behind the Music of “I Want To Come Home”
February 10, 2026

Finding the Words and the Way Home When we set out to create I Want To Come Home, we knew the story needed more than visuals. It needed a heartbeat, […]

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Making News: Raising Awareness About Homelessness and Recovery Through Film
January 23, 2026

Our new educational film, “I Want to Come Home” weaves together themes of economic pressures, housing scarcity, mental health, and family bonds, showing that recovery and reconnection are possible even in the toughest circumstances.

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The DI Featured in Calgary Herald
December 11, 2025

We had the opportunity to meet with the Calgary Herald to speak about our mission and the impact we’re making across North America.

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New Short Film: “I Want to Come Home”
December 9, 2025

Calgary Drop-In Centre Launches Raw Video Campaign, “I Want to Come Home” to Spread Awareness About Homelessness, Addiction, and Going Home for the Holidays

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National Housing Day: Housing Ends Homelessness
November 21, 2025

Today is National Housing Day: a time to reflect on the state of our housing crisis. We partnered with Alpha House to share why housing is the solution to homelessness.  […]

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Walking Beside Someone’s Recovery
November 20, 2025

This week marks National Addictions Awareness Week, a time when communities across Canada come together to deepen their understanding of addiction, recovery, and the humanity behind the statistics. At the Calgary Drop-In […]

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Podcast: Leading Through Compassion Fatigue & the Housing Crisis with Sandra Clarkson
November 18, 2025

Calgary Drop-In Centre CEO, Sandra Clarkson, recently spoke with host Angela Nguyen on the Leader Within Podcast. From the Leader Within Podcast: How do today’s leaders stay grounded while facing […]

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A Day for Philanthropy, and a Moment to Celebrate One of Our Own
November 14, 2025

Today, we celebrate the incredible impact that generosity, compassion, and community spirit can have on people’s lives. National Philanthropy Day is a beautiful reminder that when philanthropists, fundraisers, and community […]

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World Homeless Day: Turning Progress Into Possibility
October 10, 2025

Today is World Homeless Day — a time to reflect, raise awareness, and take action for those experiencing homelessness in our communities. At the Calgary Drop-In Centre, this day carries […]

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