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Calgary Drop-In Centre
24/7Emergency shelter, meals, and support services for adults experiencing homelessness in Calgary.
420 9 Ave SE, Calgary, AB
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Last verified: June 2026
The Mustard Seed Calgary
Shelter, transitional housing, food programs, and wraparound support for people experiencing homelessness and poverty.
102 11 Ave SE, Calgary, AB
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Last verified: June 2026
Calgary Food Bank
Emergency food hampers and food access programs for individuals and families in Calgary.
5000 11 St SE, Calgary, AB
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Last verified: June 2026
Distress Centre Calgary
24/724/7 crisis support, counselling referrals, and distress line for people in mental health crisis or emotional distress.
Last verified: June 2026
Alpha House Society
Shelter, detox, and recovery support for people affected by alcohol and substance use. Non-judgmental, low-barrier services.
203 8 Ave SE, Calgary, AB
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Last verified: June 2026
Wood's Homes
Mental health and substance use services for youth and families, including crisis and community-based programs.
Last verified: June 2026
Calgary Women's Emergency Shelter
24/7Emergency shelter and support for women and children fleeing domestic violence. Intake available around the clock.
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Last verified: June 2026
YWCA Calgary — Sheriff King Home
24/7Emergency and transitional shelter for women and their children experiencing family violence.
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Last verified: June 2026
Sheldon M. Chumir Health Centre
Urgent care and walk-in health services for non-life-threatening conditions. No appointment needed.
1213 4 St SW, Calgary, AB
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Last verified: June 2026
Native Friendship Centre of Calgary
Cultural programs, emergency support, housing resources, and wraparound services for Indigenous individuals and families.
140 2 Ave SW, Calgary, AB
Last verified: June 2026
Resolve Campaign — Legal Aid Alberta
Free legal advice and representation for low-income Albertans in family, criminal, immigration, and other matters.
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Last verified: June 2026
Hope Mission Edmonton
Emergency shelter, meals, detox, and recovery programs for people experiencing homelessness in Edmonton.
9908 106 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB
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Last verified: June 2026
Edmonton Food Bank
Emergency food hampers and community food programs for Edmonton-area residents.
11508 120 St NW, Edmonton, AB
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Last verified: June 2026
Boyle Street Community Services
Drop-in services, shelter referrals, health outreach, and harm reduction for people experiencing homelessness in Edmonton.
10116 105 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB
Last verified: June 2026
Red Deer Food Bank
Emergency food support for Red Deer residents. Hampers provided to registered households.
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Last verified: June 2026
Lethbridge Shelter
Emergency shelter services for people experiencing homelessness in Lethbridge.
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Last verified: June 2026