Impact Stories
Kickin’ It in the Kitchen offers stabilization starting point Every Tuesday, the men at CJHS’s Bedford House meet in the kitchen for a new cooking ...
Looking back at different parts of her life, Alannah, now 24, feels like they are completely different lifetimes. “I almost can’t relate because I’m not ...
When asked what the most influential thing in his life has been, Danny has one word: boxing. “I thought I was a tough guy and ...
Ignite is the Calgary John Howard Society’s public awareness project that is showcasing art representing individuals’ experiences with substance use and the stigma associated with ...
Alex is a hockey enthusiast. He’s also a chef, athlete and gentleman. “But it’s just common courtesy,” the modest 23-year-old protests of his conscious effort ...
It wasn’t long ago that Michael was battling his own addictions. Now, thanks in part to the home he found through one of CJHS’s housing ...
At 61, William might not look like the average college student. Nevertheless, he’s determined to go back to school in order to help people who’ve ...
Chelsea was visiting the CJHS office on a college field trip when her ears perked up — there was an opening for a peer mentor ...
When 17-year-old Isaias won his first boxing match this past winter, he was more than proud — he was elated. He had been training hard, ...
