Calgary Homelessness

• More than 400 people experiencing homelessness died on Calgary streets so far this year

  Their names were read one-by-one at the ninth annual Longest Night of the Year memorial, which aims to bring them dignity by recognizing and remembering those who died this year.

  Canada

  Dec 21, 2023
  
• Additional supports for vulnerable people in effect as part of Calgary’s cold weather response

  The Coordinated Community Extreme Weather Response, a partnership between the city and Calgary Homeless Foundation, was launched on Dec. 1.

  Canada

  Dec 11, 2023
  
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• Calgary designates sites along CTrain lines for future housing for families at risk of homelessness

  Two city-owned sites available to non-profit organizations for future housing projects, but one councillor says the plan doesn’t address the immediacy of the crisis.

  Economy

  Dec 7, 2023
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• Calgary’s housing crisis: Those left behind share their stories

  According to the Calgary Homeless Foundation, there are more than 1,900 people on the waitlist for placement in affordable housing in the city.

  Canada

  Oct 25, 2023
• Alberta woman calls for support for vulnerable renters caught in hot market

  An Alberta woman is calling for more supports for vulnerable renters in the province adding the challenges are insurmountable for some of them.

  Economy

  Apr 25, 2023
• Calgary warming centres see close to 10,000 visits since Dec. 1

  The City of Calgary has activated its emergency shelter shuttle service to help those experiencing homelessness access a warm place to stay.

  Weather

  Feb 22, 2023
• Calgary announces $13.7M for affordable housing initiatives amid surging demand

  A total of $14.1 million is earmarked for the three initiatives with combined funding from the City of Calgary, the United Way and the Calgary Homeless Foundation.

  Canada

  Feb 16, 2023
• Pop-up care village aims to help Calgary’s vulnerable population

  The Pop-up Care Village, which was set up at the Kerby Centre Tuesday, is designed to support the community by offering basic and necessary services — all under one roof.

  Canada

  Jan 24, 2023
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• Homeless supports anticipating increased demand during Calgary cold snap

  Calgary homeless advocates and those who serve the city’s vulnerable population are concerned about the effects of staying outside in -20 C weather.

  Canada

  Nov 29, 2022
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• Calgary conducts first count of homelessness in 4 years

  Tuesday night, a small army of people combed Calgary to collect a better picture of homelessness in the city.

  Canada

  Sep 28, 2022