Vibrant Communities Calgary
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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.
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Calgary’s living wage for 2025 is $26.50 -- over $2/hr more than in 2024.
A living wage reflects what people need to earn to cover living costs in their community, from basic needs and modest savings to opportunities for education or personal development.
enoughforall.ca/projects/cal...
A living wage reflects what people need to earn to cover living costs in their community, from basic needs and modest savings to opportunities for education or personal development.
enoughforall.ca/projects/cal...
In our latest blog, Tessa Penich sits down with Dr. Brian R. Sinclair for an honest conversation about community-academic partnerships, what often goes wrong, and what it looks like when it’s done right.
enoughforall.ca/articles/how...
#SystemsChange #EnoughforAll #Wellbeing #Calgary #YYC
enoughforall.ca/articles/how...
#SystemsChange #EnoughforAll #Wellbeing #Calgary #YYC
January 27, 2026 at 9:00 PM
In our latest blog, Tessa Penich sits down with Dr. Brian R. Sinclair for an honest conversation about community-academic partnerships, what often goes wrong, and what it looks like when it’s done right.
enoughforall.ca/articles/how...
#SystemsChange #EnoughforAll #Wellbeing #Calgary #YYC
enoughforall.ca/articles/how...
#SystemsChange #EnoughforAll #Wellbeing #Calgary #YYC
VCC, alongside community partners and Enough for All Champions, has been advocating for policy changes that improve the financial circumstances of low-income households, including the introduction of a Groceries and Essentials Benefit.
#EnoughforAll #CanadaNews #YYC #Calgary
#EnoughforAll #CanadaNews #YYC #Calgary
January 27, 2026 at 3:25 PM
VCC, alongside community partners and Enough for All Champions, has been advocating for policy changes that improve the financial circumstances of low-income households, including the introduction of a Groceries and Essentials Benefit.
#EnoughforAll #CanadaNews #YYC #Calgary
#EnoughforAll #CanadaNews #YYC #Calgary
In this episode of Let’s Talk Poverty, Michelle James sits down with Dr. Andrew McGee, associate professor at the University of Alberta and Courtney Mo, Director of Community Impact at Momentum, to discuss the findings of new research on Alberta’s Gig Economy.
enoughforall.ca/podcasts/pod...
enoughforall.ca/podcasts/pod...
January 21, 2026 at 6:01 PM
In this episode of Let’s Talk Poverty, Michelle James sits down with Dr. Andrew McGee, associate professor at the University of Alberta and Courtney Mo, Director of Community Impact at Momentum, to discuss the findings of new research on Alberta’s Gig Economy.
enoughforall.ca/podcasts/pod...
enoughforall.ca/podcasts/pod...
We recently visited our friends and #EnoughforAll Champions at Discovery House to see their newly renovated space and learn more about the incredible impact they’re making in our community.
Discovery House is a second-stage shelter offering families a safe place to stay, trauma-informed support.
Discovery House is a second-stage shelter offering families a safe place to stay, trauma-informed support.
January 16, 2026 at 10:27 PM
We recently visited our friends and #EnoughforAll Champions at Discovery House to see their newly renovated space and learn more about the incredible impact they’re making in our community.
Discovery House is a second-stage shelter offering families a safe place to stay, trauma-informed support.
Discovery House is a second-stage shelter offering families a safe place to stay, trauma-informed support.
VCC's director of policy, Michelle James, sat down with Ted Henley for an Alberta at Noon segment on gig work.
enoughforall.ca/articles/alb...
#Calgary #Alberta #YYC #AlbertaAtNoon #AlbertaJobs
enoughforall.ca/articles/alb...
#Calgary #Alberta #YYC #AlbertaAtNoon #AlbertaJobs
January 14, 2026 at 5:00 PM
VCC's director of policy, Michelle James, sat down with Ted Henley for an Alberta at Noon segment on gig work.
enoughforall.ca/articles/alb...
#Calgary #Alberta #YYC #AlbertaAtNoon #AlbertaJobs
enoughforall.ca/articles/alb...
#Calgary #Alberta #YYC #AlbertaAtNoon #AlbertaJobs
In this month's newsletter:
🧡 VCC honoured our leadership change through a Blackfoot transfer ceremony
⚖️ Find out how you can get free, confidential legal advice
🎆 Look back at what we accomplished in 2025
Subscribe now: mailchi.mp/vibrantcalga...
#CalgaryNews #PovertyReduction
🧡 VCC honoured our leadership change through a Blackfoot transfer ceremony
⚖️ Find out how you can get free, confidential legal advice
🎆 Look back at what we accomplished in 2025
Subscribe now: mailchi.mp/vibrantcalga...
#CalgaryNews #PovertyReduction
January 8, 2026 at 7:48 PM
In this month's newsletter:
🧡 VCC honoured our leadership change through a Blackfoot transfer ceremony
⚖️ Find out how you can get free, confidential legal advice
🎆 Look back at what we accomplished in 2025
Subscribe now: mailchi.mp/vibrantcalga...
#CalgaryNews #PovertyReduction
🧡 VCC honoured our leadership change through a Blackfoot transfer ceremony
⚖️ Find out how you can get free, confidential legal advice
🎆 Look back at what we accomplished in 2025
Subscribe now: mailchi.mp/vibrantcalga...
#CalgaryNews #PovertyReduction
Today we honoured the change in leadership from former Executive Director Meaghon Reid to current Executive Director Dani DeBoice through a transfer ceremony, following Blackfoot protocol.
#EnoughforAll #Calgary #YYC
#EnoughforAll #Calgary #YYC
January 7, 2026 at 10:48 PM
Today we honoured the change in leadership from former Executive Director Meaghon Reid to current Executive Director Dani DeBoice through a transfer ceremony, following Blackfoot protocol.
#EnoughforAll #Calgary #YYC
#EnoughforAll #Calgary #YYC
Excited for MRU Institute of Community Prosperity to be the newest E4A Champions!
A hub of social innovation, systems-learning and community engagement—working at the intersection of campus and community to bring together diverse, cross-sector perspectives, their work extends learning beyond campus
A hub of social innovation, systems-learning and community engagement—working at the intersection of campus and community to bring together diverse, cross-sector perspectives, their work extends learning beyond campus
January 5, 2026 at 4:40 PM
Excited for MRU Institute of Community Prosperity to be the newest E4A Champions!
A hub of social innovation, systems-learning and community engagement—working at the intersection of campus and community to bring together diverse, cross-sector perspectives, their work extends learning beyond campus
A hub of social innovation, systems-learning and community engagement—working at the intersection of campus and community to bring together diverse, cross-sector perspectives, their work extends learning beyond campus
VCC's office will be close from Dec 24 - Jan 2.
In the meantime, visit our display at the Central Library's Create Space to learn more about poverty reduction efforts and the role you play.
enoughforall.ca/articles/cre...
In the meantime, visit our display at the Central Library's Create Space to learn more about poverty reduction efforts and the role you play.
enoughforall.ca/articles/cre...
December 24, 2025 at 6:34 PM
VCC's office will be close from Dec 24 - Jan 2.
In the meantime, visit our display at the Central Library's Create Space to learn more about poverty reduction efforts and the role you play.
enoughforall.ca/articles/cre...
In the meantime, visit our display at the Central Library's Create Space to learn more about poverty reduction efforts and the role you play.
enoughforall.ca/articles/cre...
It’s been a big year for VCC. With several major reports published, over 15k Calgarians engaged, elections, and our 20th anniversary, we’ve been busy working to change systems and reduce poverty in Calgary. Here’s a look back at some of our milestones.
enoughforall.ca/articles/rec...
enoughforall.ca/articles/rec...
December 23, 2025 at 7:00 PM
It’s been a big year for VCC. With several major reports published, over 15k Calgarians engaged, elections, and our 20th anniversary, we’ve been busy working to change systems and reduce poverty in Calgary. Here’s a look back at some of our milestones.
enoughforall.ca/articles/rec...
enoughforall.ca/articles/rec...
A lack of steady income is one of the largest drivers of poverty.
Gig workers face significant financial stress due to the unpredictability of when their next paycheck will come or how much it will be.
Learn more about Alberta’s gig economy. enoughforall.ca/articles/new...
#YYC #Calgary
Gig workers face significant financial stress due to the unpredictability of when their next paycheck will come or how much it will be.
Learn more about Alberta’s gig economy. enoughforall.ca/articles/new...
#YYC #Calgary
December 15, 2025 at 7:00 PM
A lack of steady income is one of the largest drivers of poverty.
Gig workers face significant financial stress due to the unpredictability of when their next paycheck will come or how much it will be.
Learn more about Alberta’s gig economy. enoughforall.ca/articles/new...
#YYC #Calgary
Gig workers face significant financial stress due to the unpredictability of when their next paycheck will come or how much it will be.
Learn more about Alberta’s gig economy. enoughforall.ca/articles/new...
#YYC #Calgary
Who are Alberta’s gig workers? How much do they earn? What challenges do they face?
New research from the Calgary Social Policy Collaborative provides worker insights, and policy recommendations to strengthen protections while preserving flexibility.
enoughforall.ca/articles/new...
New research from the Calgary Social Policy Collaborative provides worker insights, and policy recommendations to strengthen protections while preserving flexibility.
enoughforall.ca/articles/new...
December 10, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Who are Alberta’s gig workers? How much do they earn? What challenges do they face?
New research from the Calgary Social Policy Collaborative provides worker insights, and policy recommendations to strengthen protections while preserving flexibility.
enoughforall.ca/articles/new...
New research from the Calgary Social Policy Collaborative provides worker insights, and policy recommendations to strengthen protections while preserving flexibility.
enoughforall.ca/articles/new...
In this month's newsletter, we cover the latest on government budgets, Calgary’s living wage, and new research on poverty reduction policies and employment rates.
Stay informed and stay engaged. Sign up for our newsletter: mailchi.mp/vibrantcalga...
#CalgaryNews #PovertyReduction
Stay informed and stay engaged. Sign up for our newsletter: mailchi.mp/vibrantcalga...
#CalgaryNews #PovertyReduction
December 4, 2025 at 8:30 PM
In this month's newsletter, we cover the latest on government budgets, Calgary’s living wage, and new research on poverty reduction policies and employment rates.
Stay informed and stay engaged. Sign up for our newsletter: mailchi.mp/vibrantcalga...
#CalgaryNews #PovertyReduction
Stay informed and stay engaged. Sign up for our newsletter: mailchi.mp/vibrantcalga...
#CalgaryNews #PovertyReduction
This afternoon, Calgary City Council voted on the 2026 Mid-Cycle Budget Adjustment.
Stay tuned for a more in-depth analysis on the 2026 Mid-Cycle Adjustment in the coming week.
#Calgary #YYC #PovertyReduction #EnoughforAll #CalgaryNews
Stay tuned for a more in-depth analysis on the 2026 Mid-Cycle Adjustment in the coming week.
#Calgary #YYC #PovertyReduction #EnoughforAll #CalgaryNews
December 4, 2025 at 1:14 AM
This afternoon, Calgary City Council voted on the 2026 Mid-Cycle Budget Adjustment.
Stay tuned for a more in-depth analysis on the 2026 Mid-Cycle Adjustment in the coming week.
#Calgary #YYC #PovertyReduction #EnoughforAll #CalgaryNews
Stay tuned for a more in-depth analysis on the 2026 Mid-Cycle Adjustment in the coming week.
#Calgary #YYC #PovertyReduction #EnoughforAll #CalgaryNews
People with disabilities are among those most affected by poverty. Barriers to employment, inaccessible housing, and inadequate income supports all work to deepen poverty.
Learn more: enoughforall.ca/articles/und...
Learn more: enoughforall.ca/articles/und...
December 3, 2025 at 6:05 PM
People with disabilities are among those most affected by poverty. Barriers to employment, inaccessible housing, and inadequate income supports all work to deepen poverty.
Learn more: enoughforall.ca/articles/und...
Learn more: enoughforall.ca/articles/und...
How do we navigate an increasingly complex world to chart a better path forward?
In this episode of #LetsTalkPoverty, Jean Boulton, complexity scientist, author of The Dao of Complexity, and thought leader on systems change talks about embracing uncertainty.
enoughforall.ca/podcasts/pod...
In this episode of #LetsTalkPoverty, Jean Boulton, complexity scientist, author of The Dao of Complexity, and thought leader on systems change talks about embracing uncertainty.
enoughforall.ca/podcasts/pod...
November 26, 2025 at 5:02 PM
How do we navigate an increasingly complex world to chart a better path forward?
In this episode of #LetsTalkPoverty, Jean Boulton, complexity scientist, author of The Dao of Complexity, and thought leader on systems change talks about embracing uncertainty.
enoughforall.ca/podcasts/pod...
In this episode of #LetsTalkPoverty, Jean Boulton, complexity scientist, author of The Dao of Complexity, and thought leader on systems change talks about embracing uncertainty.
enoughforall.ca/podcasts/pod...
In Alberta, 30% of women over 15 have experienced intimate partner violence.
Violence and homelessness are deeply interconnected. The Unaddressed project will launch the final research report on hidden homelessness in Calgary.
www.unaddressed.ca
Violence and homelessness are deeply interconnected. The Unaddressed project will launch the final research report on hidden homelessness in Calgary.
www.unaddressed.ca
November 25, 2025 at 7:15 PM
In Alberta, 30% of women over 15 have experienced intimate partner violence.
Violence and homelessness are deeply interconnected. The Unaddressed project will launch the final research report on hidden homelessness in Calgary.
www.unaddressed.ca
Violence and homelessness are deeply interconnected. The Unaddressed project will launch the final research report on hidden homelessness in Calgary.
www.unaddressed.ca
Today, Dani DeBoice, Executive Director of VCC, spoke to City Council in support of ongoing commitment to long-term, sustained investments in affordable housing and the Home is Here strategy, accessible and affordable transit for low-income individuals, increased day spaces and more.
November 24, 2025 at 8:36 PM
Today, Dani DeBoice, Executive Director of VCC, spoke to City Council in support of ongoing commitment to long-term, sustained investments in affordable housing and the Home is Here strategy, accessible and affordable transit for low-income individuals, increased day spaces and more.
As temperatures drop, more Calgarians will need access to safe, warm day spaces.
⏱️1,000s of Calgarians are waiting for affordable housing
🏠115,000 are at immediate risk of homelessness
🪙1 in 5 cannot afford their current housing
⏱️1,000s of Calgarians are waiting for affordable housing
🏠115,000 are at immediate risk of homelessness
🪙1 in 5 cannot afford their current housing
November 21, 2025 at 10:30 PM
As temperatures drop, more Calgarians will need access to safe, warm day spaces.
⏱️1,000s of Calgarians are waiting for affordable housing
🏠115,000 are at immediate risk of homelessness
🪙1 in 5 cannot afford their current housing
⏱️1,000s of Calgarians are waiting for affordable housing
🏠115,000 are at immediate risk of homelessness
🪙1 in 5 cannot afford their current housing
VCC shares Calgary’s living wage annually to provide clear data to employers, policymakers, and the public. This work is part of our commitment to creating a future where there is enough for all.
Calgary’s 2025 living wage is $26.50—over $2/hr more than 2024.
shinealight.enoughforall.ca
Calgary’s 2025 living wage is $26.50—over $2/hr more than 2024.
shinealight.enoughforall.ca
November 17, 2025 at 5:05 PM
VCC shares Calgary’s living wage annually to provide clear data to employers, policymakers, and the public. This work is part of our commitment to creating a future where there is enough for all.
Calgary’s 2025 living wage is $26.50—over $2/hr more than 2024.
shinealight.enoughforall.ca
Calgary’s 2025 living wage is $26.50—over $2/hr more than 2024.
shinealight.enoughforall.ca
VCC, in collaboration with the ALWN released Calgary's living wage for 2025: $26.50/hour—a $2 increase from 2024. We spoke to several news outlets about this year's living wage, its drivers, and the impact of government policy. See a snippet of our media coverage.
enoughforall.ca/articles/cal...
enoughforall.ca/articles/cal...
November 14, 2025 at 10:36 PM
VCC, in collaboration with the ALWN released Calgary's living wage for 2025: $26.50/hour—a $2 increase from 2024. We spoke to several news outlets about this year's living wage, its drivers, and the impact of government policy. See a snippet of our media coverage.
enoughforall.ca/articles/cal...
enoughforall.ca/articles/cal...
Calgary’s living wage for 2025 is $26.50 -- over $2/hr more than in 2024.
A living wage reflects what people need to earn to cover living costs in their community, from basic needs and modest savings to opportunities for education or personal development.
enoughforall.ca/projects/cal...
A living wage reflects what people need to earn to cover living costs in their community, from basic needs and modest savings to opportunities for education or personal development.
enoughforall.ca/projects/cal...
November 13, 2025 at 3:14 PM
Calgary’s living wage for 2025 is $26.50 -- over $2/hr more than in 2024.
A living wage reflects what people need to earn to cover living costs in their community, from basic needs and modest savings to opportunities for education or personal development.
enoughforall.ca/projects/cal...
A living wage reflects what people need to earn to cover living costs in their community, from basic needs and modest savings to opportunities for education or personal development.
enoughforall.ca/projects/cal...
Behind every statistic lies a real person and a powerful story. Read our latest newsletter for:
📊 Latest data on poverty in Calgary
💰 Funding opportunities for community action
🗣️ Voices of lived experience shaping solutions
Subscribe now: mailchi.mp/vibrantcalga...
#CalgaryNews #PovertyReduction
📊 Latest data on poverty in Calgary
💰 Funding opportunities for community action
🗣️ Voices of lived experience shaping solutions
Subscribe now: mailchi.mp/vibrantcalga...
#CalgaryNews #PovertyReduction
November 5, 2025 at 9:02 PM
Behind every statistic lies a real person and a powerful story. Read our latest newsletter for:
📊 Latest data on poverty in Calgary
💰 Funding opportunities for community action
🗣️ Voices of lived experience shaping solutions
Subscribe now: mailchi.mp/vibrantcalga...
#CalgaryNews #PovertyReduction
📊 Latest data on poverty in Calgary
💰 Funding opportunities for community action
🗣️ Voices of lived experience shaping solutions
Subscribe now: mailchi.mp/vibrantcalga...
#CalgaryNews #PovertyReduction
The 2025 federal budget provides welcome investments in income support and benefit programs, such as the Canada Child Benefit, Canada Disability Benefit, Canada Workers Benefit, and the $10/Day Child Care.
#cdnpoli #FederalBudget #Calgary #YYC #PovertyReduction
#cdnpoli #FederalBudget #Calgary #YYC #PovertyReduction
November 5, 2025 at 4:33 PM
The 2025 federal budget provides welcome investments in income support and benefit programs, such as the Canada Child Benefit, Canada Disability Benefit, Canada Workers Benefit, and the $10/Day Child Care.
#cdnpoli #FederalBudget #Calgary #YYC #PovertyReduction
#cdnpoli #FederalBudget #Calgary #YYC #PovertyReduction
Change doesn’t happen alone.
Our latest evaluation highlights how, with VCC's leadership, partners across Calgary are coming together to reduce poverty and improve well-being.
enoughforall.ca/articles/eno...
#CollectiveImpact #EnoughForAll #PovertyReduction #Calgary #YYC
Our latest evaluation highlights how, with VCC's leadership, partners across Calgary are coming together to reduce poverty and improve well-being.
enoughforall.ca/articles/eno...
#CollectiveImpact #EnoughForAll #PovertyReduction #Calgary #YYC
November 4, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Change doesn’t happen alone.
Our latest evaluation highlights how, with VCC's leadership, partners across Calgary are coming together to reduce poverty and improve well-being.
enoughforall.ca/articles/eno...
#CollectiveImpact #EnoughForAll #PovertyReduction #Calgary #YYC
Our latest evaluation highlights how, with VCC's leadership, partners across Calgary are coming together to reduce poverty and improve well-being.
enoughforall.ca/articles/eno...
#CollectiveImpact #EnoughForAll #PovertyReduction #Calgary #YYC