A message from Executive Director Gord Sand

A message from Executive Director Gord Sand From our 2018 Annual Report In 2018 we began a journey of organizational change, formally recognizing something we have long known to be true: that addiction and/or criminal behaviour can largely be the result of childhood trauma. By implementing the Alberta Family Wellness Initative’s Brain Story certification as […]

New Bedford House opens after 15-year journey

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 the new community services building. Construction of the new Bedford House was funded in part […]

Thank you, The Wallin Co and Zoom Painting, and KBM Commercial Floor Coverings Inc.!

Raido House, an eight-bedroom house for youth experiencing homelessness owned by the Calgary John Howard Society (CJHS), got a makeover in 2018 thanks to two generous local companies: The Wallin Co and Zoom Painting, and KBM Commercial Floor Coverings Inc. The Wallin Co and Zoom Painting donated over $55,000 of in-kind services, and KBM donated […]

2 programs at Berkana House that are helping women heal

Magic is happening in the Berkana House kitchen on Monday nights. “That’s going to be a tough act to follow,” Berkana resident Maggie says after the group finishes the roast beef and mashed potatoes, cooked by their housemate, Tasha. Each week, the 10 women who call Berkana home take turns cooking for each other. (Their […]

Alberta Blue Cross donates $1,000 in-kind

When people come to CJHS, they are often lacking even the most basic of things, especially when first coming out of prison. Now, thanks to an in-kind donation from Alberta Blue Cross, 10 marginalized Calgarians will have the bedding they need to have a warm place to sleep tonight, and countless others will have access […]

Computer sessions for marginalized adults

Computers are essential in today’s world, and digital literacy is an important skill for people who’ve been in prison, so they can successfully reintegrate into the community. At CJHS, we offer free computer sessions for adults involved in the justice system so they can use how to learn email, internet, Microsoft Word, online job searches, […]

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 [email protected] or 403-266-4566. When you purchase these items, you are helping to provide affordable housing for […]