NEWS & BLOG
As we go about our busy lives, it’s easy to get caught up in our own concerns and forget about the struggles faced by those in our community. However, it’s at this time of year that we can come together and make a positive change right here in Calgary.
Read MoreWhile what works in one city might not work exactly the same in another, it doesn’t mean that there aren’t common themes and challenges to address. And opportunities that can be adapted and adjusted to support people in different regions across the country.
Read MoreIn Calgary, about 1 in 10 people live below the poverty line. What does that mean? It means a family of four is making under $40,000 per year.
Read MoreWhen a legal issue can be a tipping point between stability and crisis, access to support is paramount.
Read MoreAs the leaves begin to change their colours and we feel the crisp morning air, autumn brings with it a sense of renewal. It’s a time when the lazy days of summer give way to newfound energy and purpose.
Read MoreAt CUPS, our commitment to Truth and Reconciliation goes beyond a key focus or pillar. It’s a profound desire to infuse Indigenous influence throughout our organization.
Read MoreInternational Overdose Awareness Day is a global campaign to end overdose and remove the stigma around those who have died from drug poisonings. The focus for 2023 is to “recognize those people who go unseen,” considering those who have been affected by the global opioid crisis but might not be highly visible.
Read MoreCelebrating diversity is not about simple tolerance; it’s about embracing and cherishing the beauty that emerges from blending cultures together. It enriches our lives personally, socially and globally.
Read MoreThere is a global, urgent need for testing and treatment to eliminate viral hepatitis and CUPS is stepping forward with community partners to provide more education and awareness in Calgary.
Read MoreLaw students from the University of Calgary will be onsite at CUPS several times through the summer, providing free legal assistance to clients who need support.
Read MoreTrauma shows up in different ways for different people and CUPS is continuing to establish a safe community space that gives room for people to feel secure and comfortable when they first come in the doors.
Read MoreAt CUPS we work directly with and support many people who are affected by the intergenerational trauma of experiences of Indigenous peoples in our country. Having an understanding and learning of the cultural background of the people we serve and how we can serve them better is vital.
Read MoreCUPS is committed to providing learning opportunities for those who are passionate about the social sector and supporting vulnerable members of our community. Through a dynamic practicum program, CUPS is training and working with the future leaders of the sector.
Read MoreWe are expanding the impact we can provide to thousands of Calgarians and it’s because of support from community, individuals, corporations and government.
Read MoreSince the COVID-19 pandemic caused so many to become islands unto themselves, CUPS has seen more and more clients come through the doors looking for support.
Read MoreAs of the Spring Equinox, we enter into the unlimited possibilities of new beginnings, many of which are apparent here at CUPS.
Read MoreBuilding connections with your children can be a difficult task. Not always being able to draw from lived experience makes managing the needs and wants of your little ones feel like learning a foreign language without an interpreter.
Read MoreOur entire philosophy at CUPS is built around that approach, where we’re not only meeting the patient where they are at, but we’re listening to them and building support systems around them based on their individual needs.
Read MoreIf your priority is finding a roof over your head and food to eat, then taxes aren’t even close to a top priority. But for low income individuals and families, filing taxes properly and on time is vital.
Read MoreAt CUPS, we work with all kinds of families. From single parent families, to large households of parents and children. Some need more support than others but the goal is to ensure that every family has whatever level of support they need for them.
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