After 15 years, the Calgary John Howard Society (CJHS)’s new Bedford House has finally opened. CJHS hosted a grand opening event on June 12, 2019 for over 140 guests to celebrate the opening of the new residence, as well as… Read More
CJHS executive director announces retirement; assistant executive director to take over
After 38 years as Executive Director of the Calgary John Howard Society (CJHS), Gord Sand has announced that he will be retiring on June 30, 2019. Since 1981, Gord has played a critical role in the growth of CJHS from… Read More
Buy a toque to help provide homeless youth with supportive housing
Right now, over 750 youth in Calgary don’t have a safe, stable place to call home. We’re raising money for our youth housing program through the sale of “Raising the Roof” toques and caps, ranging from $15-$20. To purchase, contact… Read More
Homeless Calgarians fighting frostbite and hypothermia as extreme cold system hangs on
Volunteers for the John Howard Society were out at the Bow on Tuesday selling toques, caps, mittens and socks with 50 per cent of proceeds going to Roofs for Youths, a housing program that also provides support services based around… Read More
9 gift ideas that also raise awareness of the opioid crisis
Our Ignite Opioid Awareness Project is winding down, and December is your last chance to purchase art created by individuals who’ve experienced the opioid crisis. Give a gift that not only inspires, but helps to raise awareness of the crisis… Read More
CJHS raises $9,000 in Ride for Refuge
Our extraordinary team of riders and walkers braved the chilly weather to raise $9,000 for CJHS at the Ride for Refuge on Sept. 29, 2018. It was a fun day and great to see so many supporters helping us in… Read More
Orange Shirt Day 2018 at CJHS
Imagine that you’re 6 years old and your grandma — even though she doesn’t have much money — buys you a shiny new orange shirt for the first day of school and you are so excited to wear it and… Read More
CJHS’s annual barbeque sees over 150 people in 2018
When September rolls around, you never know what kind of weather you’re going to get at the CJHS annual BBQ — but, thankfully, Sept. 6, 2018 got plenty of shine! Over 150 clients, staff, supporters and community gathered to eat… Read More
BURNCO donates firepit kit to CJHS youth
The backyard firepit at one of our youth homes has always been a special place where the youth can come together but, over time, it started to fall apart. BURNCO, an aggregate construction materials company in Calgary, heard this and were… Read More
Art breaks down the barriers
CTV News at 6 featured the Ignite Opioid Awareness Project on Aug. 1, 2018. Ignite is an art-based public awareness initiative, funded by Alberta Health, that aims to reduce the stigma associated with substance use.