April 29, 2024
In 2010, a Metis artist based in Winnipeg, Manitoba hung hundreds of empty red dresses in public places to represent the missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and two-spirit people (MMIWG2S). Her aim was to bring awareness and confront the violence this population experiences.
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The days are getting longer, and Spring is peeking around the corner. This time of year, many Calgarians who are fortunate enough to have a home to call their own are cleaning house and letting go of old items.
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Author: Inam Teja, Policy & Advocacy Specialist, Calgary Drop-In Centre Calgary’s housing shortage is being experienced most painfully by the most vulnerable in our society. The Calgary Drop-In Centre is […]
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Author: Anda Fabrig, DEI Liaison On March 8th across the globe, we recognize this day for the accomplishments and achievements of women—it’s also a time to raise awareness for the […]
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As Random Acts of Kindness Week ends, let’s not forget that we can carry the kindness forward all year long! Learn how you can make a #RippleEffect in your community! […]
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By Alexis H., Executive Assistant | Calgary Drop-In Centre We are pleased to open a Request for Proposals for consolidated legal services. The Calgary Drop-In Centre (the DI) is looking […]
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By Kate D., Senior Manager of Housing Programs | Calgary Drop-In Centre We are in the middle of a housing crisis and housing inequity is increasing. We are sounding alarms, […]
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By Cindy N., Manager, Fund Development & Community Engagement | Calgary Drop-In Centre World Kindness Day is celebrated on November 13th as a reminder of the incredible power of empathy, […]
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By Erin N., Senior Coordinator for Affordable Housing at the Calgary Drop-In Centre Located at one of the DI’s residential housing units in Northwest Calgary, Greenview Rise Community Garden is […]
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By Inam T., Policy & Advocacy Specialist Calgary Drop-In Centre At the Calgary Drop-In Centre (DI) we see the impact of the housing crisis every day. We provide emergency shelter […]
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