Asking the tough questions of our Volunteers this National Volunteer Week: Why do you volunteer? We caught up with one of our kitchen volunteers, Howard,Read More…

World Social Work Day takes place on 21 March 2023. This year’s theme is ‘Respecting diversity through joint social action,’ recognizing that change happens locallyRead More…

First observed in 1911, International Women’s Day celebrates women’s achievements, recognizes challenges faced by women and girls globally, and raises awareness about the discrimination womenRead More…

National Human Trafficking Awareness Day February 22nd marks Canada’s third National Human Trafficking Awareness Day. First observed in 2021, the Canadian government officially declared theRead More…

FROM THE CITY OF CALGARY NEWSROOM Emergency shelter shuttle service provides nearly 200 transports to emergency homeless shelters since last weekend (calgary.ca) As 14 cmRead More…

ALPHA HOUSE STATEMENT DATE: September 23, 2022 RE: Overdose Prevention Services in Calgary   Earlier this week, Alpha House notified some community members that weRead More…

DOAP Overview: The DOAP Team offers transportation and crisis support for those dealing with addiction issues. The team provides system navigation, and addiction and housingRead More…

Q&A: Trevor G. on Inspiration and the Connection Between Art & Spirit Sound Artist, Illustrator, Painter, and client of  Alpha House Society’s Detox Program, TrevorRead More…

Housing Outreach Alpha House’s newest program is no longer a pilot project. Thanks to funding through the Calgary Homeless Foundation, our Housing Outreach Program hasRead More…

Look to this day. For it is life, The very life of life. In its brief course lie all The realities and verities of existence,Read More…