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As Remembrance Day approaches, we honour the courage and sacrifices of those who have served. But beyond the ceremonies and moments of silence, it’s important to recognize the ongoing mental […]
Maria*, a concerned mother, called Distress Centre’s crisis line, her voice trembling with fear. Her 7-year-old son had experienced trauma, leaving her family feeling lost. As a result, she was […]
Read More… from DCC Stories of Hope: Maria and our crisis line
This story is about a man named Jack* who had fallen on hard times. Jack was a rough sleeper, struggling to navigate the complexities of obtaining Income Support. Despite many […]
Did you know about our Housing and Communications Hub? It’s a space where Calgary’s most vulnerable can access technology and assistance to support their housing, health, and wellness goals. Many facing […]
Read More… from DCC’s Housing and Communications Hub: An Essential Service
As we mark World Suicide Prevention Day on September 10th, Christine, one of the responders on the 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline, had this to say: “If you or your loved […]
Meet Jiao, one of our ConnecTeen volunteers! Jiao began volunteering during the pandemic, seeking a meaningful way to use her free time and make an impact on her community. We […]
Wildfire season is in full force here in Western Canada and is impacting the lives of countless Canadians. For those who have been displaced by wildfires, you are likely focused […]
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ENMAX: Committed to Supporting Calgarians As a trusted energy provider, ENMAX helps power the potential of people, businesses and communities. Their commitment to service goes well beyond electricity– ENMAX helps […]
Stampede is in full swing here in Calgary. With its vibrant atmosphere, large crowds, and emphasis on celebrating, it can be overwhelming and triggering for many. We asked our counselling […]
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Rogers Birdies for Kids presented by Altalink is on! Increase your impact for youth in our community by donating and having it matched up to 50%! Your donation through Birdies […]
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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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