This month we are celebrating a very special occasion. January 2024 marks the 30 year anniversary for Crisis Line Volunteer, Laura! […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Laura
Category: News
2023 in review
Before we dive completely into the new year, let’s take a moment to reflect on 2023. In 2023, we responded to over 144,000 contacts, including: At the heart of these […]
Not so Merry Christmas
During Christmastime, you may feel like every aspect of your life should feel merry and bright, from your attitude to your home décor, But the holiday season also comes with a lot of stress, and doesn’t feel jolly for everyone. […]
988 launches in Canada! Distress Centre is a 988 partner
The 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline has launched as of November 30th, 2023. 9-8-8 is a new national three-digit helpline that provides urgent, live support by phone and text for anyone who is thinking about suicide. […]
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Volunteer Spotlight: Altamish
While fleeting thoughts about suicide can cross anyone’s mind, more frequent or persistent thoughts may be cause for concern. It’s vital to acknowledge suicidal thoughts and take action, as they can indicate significant emotional distress and the need for support. […]
Summer Self-Care
Summer Self-Care July 24th is International Self-Care Day, a day to nurture yourself and respect your needs. Any activity we intentionally do to care for our physical, mental, and emotional […]
SORCe celebrates it’s 10 year anniversary!
SORCe is ten years old! SORCe (Safe Communities Opportunity and Resource Centre) opened its doors on June 18th, 2013, with the goal of creating one location where multiple agencies work […]
Reflecting on the ten year anniversary of the Alberta floods
Reflecting on the ten year anniversary of the Alberta floods Image: Riverfront Avenue in Calgary after the 2013 flood. Photo by Ryan Quan. This June marks the ten year anniversary of […]
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Listen Up Calgary 2023
Listen Up Calgary In support of Distress Centre Calgary That’s right folks, Listen Up Calgary presented by X92.9 is back again for 2023! We are so grateful to be selected […]
Get to Know Distress Centre’s CEO, Robyn Romano
Get to Know Distress Centre’s CEO, Robyn Romano Watch: Please note that answers have been edited for clarity and length. Q: What was your journey to becoming CEO like? How […]
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