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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. linktr.ee/Vibrantcalgary
Poverty is always about income, but not only about income. By building a clearer picture of poverty, we can better target supports, inform policy decisions, and work together to create a community where there is enough for all. Read our latest blog to learn more. enoughforall.ca/articles/how...
In this week’s newsletter: 🍅 Latest data shows food insecurity declined while poverty lingers 💡 Uncover hidden homelessness in Calgary with partners from the Unaddressed project 📈 Learn about the different ways we measure poverty in Canada and why it matters mailchi.mp/vibrantcalga...
Understanding how poverty is measured is an important step in addressing and reducing it. Read our latest blog to learn about the different ways poverty is measured in Canada and why it matters. enoughforall.ca/articles/how... #PovertyReduction #EnoughforAll
When homelessness remains hidden, it is harder to address. VCC’s latest podcast shines a light on how hidden homelessness puts women, children, and gender diverse people at risk of illness, violence, and isolation. enoughforall.ca/podcasts/una...
We’re excited to welcome the Nonprofit Chamber to the E4A Champions network! The Nonprofit Chamber is a member-informed organization that strengthens Alberta’s nonprofit and voluntary sector through research, advocacy, and convening.
Recent updates to Calgary’s Well-Being Dashboard reveal a drop in food insecurity alongside deeper poverty, persistent homelessness, and ongoing debt pressures. Read our latest blog to learn more. enoughforall.ca/articles/foo... #YYC #Calgary #CalgaryNews #EnoughforAll #PovertyReduction
We’re excited to announce Making Changes Association is now an E4AChampion! MCA has empowered women and teen girls to build brighter futures. Through employment, financial empowerment, and adult literacy programs, they help women overcome barriers and access the resources they need to thrive.
That's a wrap on Stampede 2026! 🤠 Stampede Pancake Breakfasts are a great way to celebrate community, break bread together and remember that our city can have enough for all. Stay up to date on Calgary's progress towards poverty reduction. enoughforall.ca
In this month's newsletter: 🔍 Understanding disability poverty and income support in Alberta ⛽ Apply for your $100 energy rebate 🥞 Find your neighbourhood Stampede Pancake Breakfast Read the newsletter and don't forget to subscribe! mailchi.mp/vibrantcalga... #CalgaryNews #YYC #Calgary
The latest Point in Time (PiT) count from 2025 identified 3,314 individuals and heads of households were experiencing homelessness in Calgary. Want to learn more about Calgary’s housing needs? Check out Calgary’s Well-Being Dashboard. enoughforall.ca/well-being-d...
Nearly 1 in 4 Calgarians live with a disability. Starting today, the new Alberta Disability Assistance Program will come in to effect. Read our blog and latest to better understand disability poverty in Alberta. enoughforall.ca/articles/und...
We’re excited to share that the Calgary Drop-In Centre is now an E4A Champion! The DI provides essential housing-focused front-line support. They connect vulnerable adults experiencing or at risk of homelessness with housing, shelter, and health programs where they can receive trauma-informed care.
This Sunday is National Indigenous Peoples’ Day. The Indigenous Gathering Place (IGP) is a much-needed central gathering place for Indigenous Peoples’ spiritual, emotional, cultural, and social well-being in Calgary. Listen to our podcast to learn more. enoughforall.ca/podcasts/pur...
Our second Income Support policy brief sets out recommendations to improve Alberta’s non-disability income support programs. enoughforall.ca/articles/str... #IncomeSupport #Alberta #AlbertaNews #PovertyReduction #cdnpoli
Approximately 115,000 Calgarians were at high risk of homelessness in 2016, according to a 2023 report from the School of Public Policy at the University of Calgary. Check out Calgary’s Well-Being Dashboard to learn more. enoughforall.ca/well-being-d...
VCC’s work is evaluated annually by an independent 3rd party that engages interest-holders through surveys, focus groups, and interviews. The evaluation also reviews E4A Champion research and annual reports to understand how E4A is helping reduce poverty. enoughforall.ca/articles/adv... #YYC
Income Support is meant to help Albertans meet basic needs. But does it? VCC analyzed Alberta's Income Support programs and found significant gaps between support levels and the realities of living costs today. Read our latest Income Support brief: enoughforall.ca/resources/in... #Alberta
We're excited to announce Central Outreach Hub is now an Enough for All Champion! Central Outreach Hub is a peer-led, low-barrier day space operating in downtown Calgary. Their model is built on the principle that people closest to the experience of poverty are best positioned to support others.
Starting today, some Calgarians may see an extra payment in their account through the new Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit. VCC and Enough for All Champions have advocated for stronger income supports that help people afford the basics. This new benefit reflects progress toward that goal.
We’re excited to welcome Parks Foundation Calgary to the Enough for All Champions network! Parks and play spaces are essential to building healthy, vibrant, and resilient cities. Through their commitment to creating and improving inclusive, innovative community spaces.
In this month's newsletter: 🏘️ What makes a home truly accessible? Hear our latest podcast to find out. 📉 State of the City 2026 reveals troubling trends. 🧡 Ways to engage meaningfully in Pride and Indigenous History Month mailchi.mp/vibrantcalga... #CalgaryNews #YYC #Calgary #Pride
National Indigenous History Month, National Indigenous Peoples Day and Aboriginal Awareness Week offer an opportunity to recognize our city’s original caretakers and the deep contributions Indigenous Peoples continue to make. Here are some events. enoughforall.ca/articles/ind...
Yesterday, Calgary City Council voted to pass the Safer Together Community Safety and Wellbeing Plan and to keep the Free Fare Zone until January 2027. #Calgary #YYC #CalgaryNews #PovertyReduction #SaferTogether
Calgary Foundation’s 2025 Quality of Life Report found 57% of respondents rated their mental health as very good or excellent. But that drops to 23% for Calgarians who are unemployed. There is a close relationship between financial stress and mental well-being. enoughforall.ca/well-being-d...
We’re wrapping up the week with appreciation for our friends at The Alex for organizing a thoughtful fireside chat with Mayor Jeromy Farkas. These talks strengthen relationships across sectors, deepen understanding, and create opportunities to work together toward a city where everyone can thrive.
In this month's Enough for All newsletter: 📚 VCC's 2025 Report to Community highlights policy wins helping reduce poverty 💵 Bridging gaps in Alberta's income support landscape 📰 Latest news on City Council's decisions on transit, safety strategies and rezoning mailchi.mp/vibrantcalga... #YYC
Our 2025 Report to Community highlights the collective impact made possible by Champions, community members, researchers, advocates, and partners across Calgary. Read the highlights or see the full report. lnkd.in/geyjYiMt #Calgary #YYC hashtag#CalgaryNews #PovertyReduction #SystemsChange
The 2026 E4A Refresh process is well underway, guided by Blackfoot teachings and a reminder that the land provides everything we need. Read about the history and next chapter for E4A. enoughforall.ca/articles/a-n...
Read our latest brief to learn more about Alberta's income support landscape and VCC's recommendations to improve well-being for benefit recipients and reducing administrative burden. This is the first part in our Income Supports Policy Brief series. enoughforall.ca/resources/in...