Originally published 08/14/2020 by Calgary Heraldhttps://calgaryherald.com/opinion/columnists/opinion-we-cant-talk-about-societal-change-without-talking-about-homelessness Twenty-seven years ago, I began my career serving people as a social worker with Catholic Family Service. During that time, I developed a deep reverence for those experiencing vulnerability. From mental health programs, affordable counselling, and marriage preparation, to teaching life skills to teen parents and helping adult learners / Read More
Calgary Homeless Foundation’s (CHF) Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Patricia Jones as CHF’s new President and Chief Executive Officer, effective August 10, 2020. Following a Canada-wide recruitment process led by Leaders International Executive Search, Patricia was identified as the ideal visionary leader to propel CHF’s mission forward during this pivotal / Read More
06/17/2020 On the week of June 15, the Selection Committee of CHF’s Board of Directors announced the Appointment of CHF’s new President and CEO. Click here to see more 05/06/2020 On the week of April 27, the Selection Committee of CHF’s Board of Directors met with Leadership International Executive Search. The search firm has identified / Read More
click here to read our updated COVID‑19 statements March 18, 2020 Our monitoring of the COVID-19 situation is ongoing. We continue to follow and implement the recommendations of Alberta Health Services (AHS), the World Health Organization (WHO), and Federal, Provincial, and Municipal government guidelines towards taking appropriate precautions regarding our day-to-day work, planned public gatherings, / Read More
The Calgary Homeless Foundation (CHF) Board of Directors, with great regret, has accepted the resignation of Diana Krecsy, President and CEO. Diana will be stepping down as leader effective Jan. 31, 2020. Gail Boehm, Chief Operating Officer at CHF, will commence as Acting CEO, effective Feb. 1, 2020. The Board of Directors has retained Leaders / Read More
Your donation helps Calgary Homeless Foundation (CHF) play a unique role in ending homelessness in our city. Your support ensures that CHF will continue to identify service gaps and develop innovative solutions to help people in need find their way home. Your donation today will help build more futures. Join us in creating solutions that / Read More
Trail Blazer Breakfast is CHF’s annual marquee fundraiser event. We invite you to join us on the morning of May 7, 2020, where you will connect with other thought-leaders, innovators, philanthropists, influencers and entrepreneurs in Calgary – people who aren’t afraid to blaze new trails and leverage joint resources and expertise in order to collectively address / Read More
Since 2003, greengate Garden Centres has continued to generously support Calgary Homeless Foundation (CHF) in our work to end homelessness in our city. Their year-round support for Calgarians experiencing homelessness ranges from their Hope for Humanity Roses Campaign to donations from their December holiday campaign. This holiday season, greengate Garden Centres continues to give through / Read More
Small City Stockings was founded by three Calgarians, also known as Small City Stocking’s Head Elves: Chad Neufeld, Peter Bishop, and Kysha Modella-Tackaguchi. Through Small City Stockings, they work to curate the perfect stocking stuffers for busy people who believe their loved ones deserve the best holiday gifts. Each item is sourced from local businesses / Read More
This year marks the 5th anniversary of the Longest Night of the Year annual candlelight memorial. Held on December 21, 2019, (winter solstice – the longest night of the year), the memorial is coordinated by the Client Action Committee (CAC) with support from Calgary Homeless Foundation (CHF). The Longest Night of the Year is held / Read More
