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Working on long-term strategies that address the root causes of poverty. Stewards of Calgary's poverty reduction strategy Enough for All.
@vibrantcalgary.bsky.socialIn this month's newsletter:
🗳️ Know before you go to the polls. What's at stake in Alberta's upcoming referendum and what does a yes or no vote actually mean?
🍂 October is End Poverty Month. Find out what that means for Calgary
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@vibrantcalgary.bsky.socialAlberta's upcoming referendum is not just about separation. The other nine questions address immigration and issues around the Constitution.
Alexa Briggs (@nonprofitchamber) talks about the complexity behind each questions.
@vibrantcalgary.bsky.socialIn a world increasingly designed for isolation, human connection remains essential to thriving people and communities. We appreciated the opportunity to take part in the Community Leaders Social Health Workshop yesterday, learning from GenWell's Pete Bombaci.
@vibrantcalgary.bsky.socialIn just two weeks, Albertans will vote on a referendum that could have significant implications for the province.
Ruhee Ismail-Teja (@calgarychamber) talks about how local businesses are reacting and the potential implications on Alberta's economy.
@vibrantcalgary.bsky.socialWe’re back at the Central Library, showcasing Calgary’s collective efforts to reduce poverty.
#EndPovertyMonth #Calgary #YYC #ThingstodoinCalgary #CalgaryEvents
@vibrantcalgary.bsky.socialLast night we attending A Gathering for Social Purpose Leaders. No matter how our systems, programs, or approaches evolve, some things remain constant: people need people. Many thanks to Angie Gelinas, Kendall Quantz, D'Andre Wilson-Ihejirika, and Ken Lima-Coelho for a great conversation.
@vibrantcalgary.bsky.socialVibrant Communities Calgary welcomes today’s announcement that the future Indigenous Gathering Place will have a permanent home at Moh’kinsstis, where the Bow and Elbow rivers meet.
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@vibrantcalgary.bsky.social@vibrantcalgary.bsky.socialThe cost of living is rising faster than wages for many, and for this group, jobs do not provide enough income or stability to keep workers secure.
Minimum wage policy has failed to keep pace with the cost of living.
@vibrantcalgary.bsky.socialIn 3 weeks, Albertans will vote on a referendum that could have significant implications for the province. Listen to the latest episode of Let's Talk Poverty to better understand what’s being asked and what a yes or no vote could mean.
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@vibrantcalgary.bsky.socialWe’re happy to announce Connections for Families Society is now an Enough for All Champion! Connections supports parents who have cognitive disabilities through parenting coaching, resource and systems navigation, mental health support, financial coaching and more.
@vibrantcalgary.bsky.socialFood Insecurity is increasingly impacting working Calgarians.
In a recent survey, the Calgary Food Bank found that 65% of its clients were from households with earned employment income, with an average of $19.30/hour.
Read our latest policy brief to learn more;
@vibrantcalgary.bsky.socialPlease join us in welcoming Michelle Fafard to Vibrant Communities Calgary’s Board of Directors! A heartfelt thank you to two departing Board members—Adam Legge and Col Cseke—who have helped steer Vibrant Communities Calgary to where it is today.
@vibrantcalgary.bsky.socialWhen workers cannot afford transportation, they lose access to employment, education and services.
Over half of Low Income Transit Pass users are employed and demand has risen. More workers can not afford full fares, which have risen by 11% since 2023.
@vibrantcalgary.bsky.socialWe’re excited to welcome Federation of Calgary Communities as an Enough for All Champion! Federation of Calgary Communities is the largest volunteer movement in the city, providing programs that help communities build capacity, provide services, and serve communities on the front lines.
@vibrantcalgary.bsky.socialIn 2025, 32% of Calgarians reported some degree of food insecurity. The Calgary Food Bank reported that 37% of its users were employed, with some working multiple jobs.
Check out Calgary’s Well-Being Dashboard to learn more.
@vibrantcalgary.bsky.socialIn this month's newsletter, check out our latest analysis on Calgary's rising working poverty rate, explore funding opportunities for emergency family violence services, and read about the next iteration of Calgary's poverty reduction strategy.
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