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Volunteering in Calgary: Connection in Action
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 out to another for support, empathy, and hope. That same spirit fuels...
Hope in Every Action: Your Q2 Impact
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 seeking shelter, food, mental health care, and other essential...
Bridging Gaps for Better Outcomes: The Community Information Exchange is Coming Soon
Imagine you’re in a vulnerable state, and your world has just turned upside down. You need help from one of Calgary’s services, but instead of getting help right away, you’re forced to tell your personal story over and over again to different...
How to Support a Friend who is in Crisis
Talking about mental health and mental illness has become an important way to break the stigma and encourage people to reach out for help. But when someone you care about, like a friend, co-worker, or family member, opens up about their struggles or tells you they're...
Help Empower Youth with ConnecTeen through Rogers Birdies for Kids
We’re excited to share that the Rogers Birdies for Kids presented by AltaLink campaign is officially underway! This incredible initiative offers a powerful way to amplify your support for youth in our community—with your donation being matched up to 50%! When...
2024 Annual Report is Available Now
Distress Centre Calgary is here for you during life's toughest moments. We provide immediate support to help-de-escalate crises and improve your situation, while guiding you towards long-term well-being. In 2024, we responded to 164,780 contact. Each contact...
Board Member Spotlight: Stacey
Meet Stacey, one of our passionate and dedicated board members at Distress Centre Calgary! Stacey’s journey with DCC began two years ago when he was inspired by the impact our staff and volunteers make every day. He knew he wanted to contribute in his own way by...
Volunteer Spotlight: Stephen
Meet Stephen, a volunteer on our 24-Hour Crisis Line! Stephen's path to volunteering was deeply personal. Having experienced his own moments of crisis, he understands the transformative impact of having someone to talk to. Inspired by the support he received, Stephen...
You Made a Difference: Q1 Impact Report
As we reflect on the first quarter of the year, one thing is clear—none of this would be possible without you. Thanks to your generosity, dedication, and belief in our mission, we’ve already made meaningful strides in creating lasting change in our community. From...
Volunteer Spotlight: Kyra
Meet Kyra, a volunteer on our 24-Hour Crisis Line! After facing her own mental health challenges, Kyra was inspired to join our volunteer team seven months ago to ensure no one has to face their struggles alone. “I have struggled with mental health myself, and...
Volunteer Spotlight: Tania
Meet Tania, a volunteer-in-training for our 24-Hour Crisis Line! Before anyone takes soloshifts on Distress Centre Calgary’s crisis line, they receive extensive classroom and onlineself-paced training, to ensure they are prepared for the role. Even before completing...
The Power of Volunteers: Changing Lives, One Call at a Time
Every day, people in crisis reach out to Distress Centre Calgary (DCC) looking for support, reassurance, and a compassionate ear. Behind most answered calls, texts, and chats is a dedicated volunteer—someone who has committed their time to being there for others in...
