Through integrated programs and services, CUPS builds resilient lives for Calgarians facing the challenges of poverty and trauma.

 
 
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LATEST INSIGHTS + BLOGS

Get the latest news, articles from our Executive Director, Carlene Donnelly, and blog posts that provide insight into CUPS and share how we're building resilience in Calgary.

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CUPS Calgary Celebrates 35 Years of Helping Calgary's Vulnerable Populations
CUPS Calgary Celebrates 35 Years of Helping Calgary's Vulnerable Populations

CUPS’ President and CEO, Carlene Donnelly, has dedicated over 28 years of her career to driving CUPs’ purpose forward and inspiring others to join us in our work. For our 35th anniversary, we sat down with Carlene for a conversation about where we’ve been, where we are now, and where we’re headed.

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Embracing the Spirit of Giving
Embracing the Spirit of Giving

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. 

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Canadian collaboration to fight homelessness
Canadian collaboration to fight homelessness

While 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.

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CUSTOMIZED, INTEGRATED CARE CHANGES LIVES

Each CUPS client has a different story, and each client needs a different kind of support. CUPS provides integrated community-based programs and services that meet the complex needs of low-income individuals and families. In this way, we break cycles of poverty and trauma and build lasting resilience.

 
“CUPS made me feel that I was worth something.”
— Peter, CUPS Client
 
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BUILDING RESILIENCE + LASTING CHANGE

Using the science of brain development, CUPS provides integrated programs and services that help our clients manage adversity and build resilience. We focus on strategies that lead to lasting change, and we work with partners who are shaping better outcomes for generations to come.

 
“Through the classes at CUPS, both my parenting and teaching skills improved.”
— Dalilia, CUPS Client
 
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GET INVOLVED

Building resilience is a team project. Each year, staff and volunteers devote their time and talent to CUPS—and we couldn't do it without them.

What will your role be?

RESEARCH + ADVOCACY

CUPS is creating an infrastructure that helps us to be more effective in applying and contributing to ongoing research on the science of brain-building and resilience. One way that we do this is by documenting the impact of integrated care plans using an assessment tool called the CUPS Resiliency Matrix. We’re also building an advocacy platform that will reduce barriers for people who need services.

 
“CUPS treated me with patience, concern and professionalism.”
— John, CUPS Client
 

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