EMERGENCY HOTLINES

Emergency: 911

Distress Centre: 211 or text INFO to 211

City Information/Bylaw: 311

Distress Centre: 403-266-4357

Crisis Text Line: Text CONNECT to 741741

Suicide Crisis Helpline: 988

Health Link for free nurse advice and general health information: 811:

Transit Watch: 403-262-1000 or text 74100

Talk Suicide Canada: 1-833-456-4566, text – 45645.

Immigration and Employments

The Immigrant Education Society (TIES): Offers a range of employment support programs, including career counseling, job search assistance, and skills development. Specialized programs are available for youth, women, and other groups. www.immigrant-education.ca

Calgary Catholic Immigration Society (CCIS): Provides employment workshops, mentorship programs, job placement assistance, and career development support tailored for newcomers. www.ccisab.ca

Centre for Newcomers: Supports immigrants and refugees with career training programs, job search strategies, and professional mentorships in various field. www.centrefornewcomers.ca

Food Support

Calgary Food Bank: offers food hampers to those in need. It partners with other agencies and provides specific hampers based on dietary needs and family size. www.calgaryfoodbank.com

Brown Bagging for Calgary’s Kids: Provides free lunches to children in need at schools and other local organizations. bb4ck.org

Alberta Food Banks: Alberta’s network of food banks supports the Calgary area, connecting clients to food support options based on eligibility. www.albertafoodbanks.org

Meals on Wheels: Delivers nutritious, affordable meals to individuals and families in need.

Shelter and Housing Services

Calgary Housing Company (CHC): Offers affordable housing programs for low-income families and individuals in Calgary. www.calgaryhousingcompany.org

Alpha House: Provides housing services and shelters for individuals facing homelessness and addiction. They have emergency shelters and support for temporary housing. www.alphahousecalgary.com

Inn from the Cold: Offers shelter and housing programs specifically for families, with emergency shelter support and transitional housing options. www.innfromthecold.org

YWCA Calgary: Provides transitional housing and resources for women and families in crisis. https://www.ywcalgary.ca/

Baby Items and Support for New Parents

Calgary Pregnancy Care Centre: Offers free baby items, counselling, parenting classes, and other support for expectant and new parents. https://mainsprings.com

Made by Momma: Provides baby essentials, diapers, and formula, as well as family meals and support to mothers in need. https://madebymomma.org

Women's Centre of Calgary: Offers support, free workshops, and programs for women, including employment assistance, legal guidance, and basic needs support (food, clothing, hygiene products). The center also hosts a Peer Support Program, connecting women to various resources in the community. https://www.womenscentrecalgary.org

Elizabeth Fry Society of Calgary: Focuses on helping women involved with the justice system. Provides counseling, legal support, housing assistance, and programs to build self-sufficiency and independence. https://elizabethfrycalgary.ca

Alberta Health Services (AHS) - Prenatal and Parenting Programs: Resources, information, and classes for new parents. https://www.albertahealthservices.ca