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When Distress Centre Calgary first opened its doors in 1970, it was not the large, multi-service crisis organization it is today. It was a small room, a handful of volunteers, […]
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For more than a decade, SORCe has been a place where people experiencing or at risk of homelessness could walk in, be welcomed without judgment, and receive the support they […]
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Thanks to supporters like you, teens like Ava* have someone to turn to when they feel alone. Teens often find the most comfort in one another, as they know other teens understand what it feels like […]
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As the holiday season approaches, we’re reminded of how powerful human connection can be. Because of people like you, Distress Centre Calgary remains a place where anyone can find understanding, compassion, and hope, day or night, every day […]
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Aditya* had just left his doctor’s office, clutching a handful of notes and referrals that were meant to help with his mental health, but only left him feeling heavier than […]
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This fall, more than 39,000 contacts were made across all our programs, a clear sign of the growing need for support as we approach the holiday season. Because of you, […]
Artificial intelligence (AI) is everywhere. From creative tools to customer service, it seems like there’s an AI app for everything, including mental health support. People struggling are turning to chatbots […]
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Talking about suicide is never easy, and because it’s so difficult, myths and misunderstandings have taken hold. These myths can feel convincing on the surface, but they are harmful. They […]
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At Distress Centre Calgary, connection is the foundation of everything we do. Whether it’s a phone call, text, or face-to-face interaction, every service we provide begins with one human reaching […]
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This past spring, your generosity made hope tangible for thousands of people. From April through June 2025, your support helped more than 10,000 people connect to vital services through 211—people […]
In the spirit of respect, reciprocity and truth, Distress Centre Calgary would like to honour and acknowledge Moh’kinsstis, and the traditional Treaty 7 territory and oral practices of the Blackfoot confederacy: Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, as well as the Îyâxe Nakoda and Tsuut’ina nations. We acknowledge that this territory is home to the Otipemisiwak Métis Government of the Métis Nation within Alberta Districts 5 and 6. Finally, we acknowledge all Nations – Indigenous and non – who live, work and play on this land, and who honour and celebrate this territory.
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