Organismes sans but lucratif à Calgary

Founded in 1976, when a group of innovative social workers and resilient youth walked into the Ghost Wilderness west of Calgary, Enviros has grown from a single wilderness school program to become a diversified social services organization with our head-office in Calgary. Our staff help children, youth and families move from vulnerability to stability, crisis to independence. We do that through programs in the areas of: Addiction recovery FASD assessment and support Foster care Homelessness Live-in environments for children and youth Respite care for children and youth with special needs Young offender open custody Youth aging out of Children’s Services The power of human relationships invites belonging and inspires growth. Our Vision Reimagined lives, fulfilling potential and thriving in community. Our Mission Partnering with young people and families to take charge of their lives and actively choose the direction it takes. Our Values Our six core values guide our practice and decision-making.  Passion – We have a real passion for people and the work that we do Ingenuity – We welcome creative and innovative thinking and solutions Authenticity – We want everyone to be genuine and who they really are Resilience – We are strong, adaptable, and problem solvers Belonging – We believe in meaningful community where no one feels left behind Quality – We set a high standard and expect everyone to give their very best

The Epilepsy Association of Calgary is a charitable social service agency established to address community, individual and family needs related to epilepsy. Our mission is to support independence, quality of life and community participation for those with and affected by epilepsy. Epilepsy is a largely invisible condition that can affect nearly anyone – and despite significant advances in the understanding of the condition, a stigma still exists. Since 1955 we’ve worked tirelessly to not only support people with epilepsy, but also to foster a greater understanding of the condition.

The FCJ Centre is an interfaith retreat and conference centre, located in downtown Calgary.  The Centre is an ideal location for meetings, conferences, workshops and retreats. Whatever the need, whether it is for one person, a small group, or 150, every package is geared toward your needs. We have full conference facilities, comprehensive dining facilities, extensive cultivated gardens and a beautiful Chapel. To schedule a tour of our facilities or inquire about booking an event, please contact our Booking Coordinator, at (403) 228-4215, or coordinator@fcjcentre.ca Our mission: We are a Centre of Hope and Hospitality where God can be experienced in a changing world. We have retreats, needs-based programming, counselling, and spiritual direction services.

About FIXT POINT’s previous work: To date, we've interviewed over 3,000 Canadians from every province and territory in almost 200 communities in our storymobiles (mobile recording studio on wheels); edited and posted hundreds of oral histories on our storymap; produced two seasons of a TV/web series for TVO; and, most recently, we were awarded Touring Artist of the Year from the Canadian Arts Presenting Association (CAPACOA). The Tale of a Town Story Map TVO Series Empathy Squad Podcasts   About FIXT POINT Arts and Media: FIXT POINT is a Toronto-based arts & media company with national reach. Our mandate is to inspire audiences and artists to imagine change, and our mission is to promote local culture and preserve local heritage through the telling of tales across multiple platforms. We endeavour to be leaders in public engagement, embedding training and outreach into our process of creation and dissemination. FIXT POINT was founded in 2006 and incorporated as a not-for-profit organization in 2011. Find out more at www.fixtpoint.com

The Federation of Calgary Communities is the largest volunteer movement in the city, working to support board members and volunteers who help improve neighbourhood life. We provide programs and services that help communities build their capacity to support and mobilize residents, identify and provide services, and be on the front lines of critical issues affecting them. Our work empowers people to guide their organizations with confidence and clarity to develop a sense of belonging and a voice for community life.

The Festival Chorus was founded in 1959 as an amateur adult community chorus in Calgary.  It is entering its 65th season in the fall of 2023.  There are 40 to 50 members in the chorus.  The chorus is led by an Artistic Director and has a Board of Directors that include a President, Vice-President, Secretary, and Treasurer.  The chorus performs an annual series of 3 concerts of a varied repertoire.

The International Festival of Animated Objects Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting mask & puppet related performance. As an incubator and producer of mask, puppetry, and animated objects we are the primary curator and presenter of local, national and international puppetry. We strive to provide Alberta audiences with the chance to experience the breadth and diversity of these innovative art forms. Vital to the development of puppetry as an art form, the festival not only provides a stage for Alberta creators to showcase their work but is also a forum for an international exchange of ideas providing learning opportunities for professional and emerging artists and the public at large to find expression through animated objects.

Our mission is to develop, manage and promote field hockey programs across Alberta. We strive to build teams and develop athletes who achieve results through hard work, accountability and commitment.

Food Fosters is an independent ACSEL (Alberta Civil Society Emerging Leaders) initiative under Volunteer Alberta Society. Food Fosters celebrates how food builds culture, community, and creativity in Calgary. Through a youth engagement project (Food Fosters Challenge) and virtual sessions (Food for Thought), Food Fosters highlights how connections are strengthened through our relationships with food.

About Foothills Country Hospice Society: Foothills Country Hospice Society (FCHS) is a leading provider of compassionate end-of-life care and bereavement support services. Located just north of Okotoks, AB., surrounded by forested landscapes, sweeping fields, and scenic mountain views, FCHS serves the Foothills and South Calgary communities, providing residents and their loved ones with quality, respectful, compassionate care, including palliative expertise, end-of-life navigation, bereavement, and community supports. FCHS offers a unique residential hospice experience that includes home-cooked meals and individualized private rooms furnished to create a touch of home and sense of self for residents. There is no cost to residents for their stay or meals

Free Spirit Sanctuary provides a peaceful, lifelong home for both domestic and wild horses, donkeys and farmed animals rescued from abuse, neglect or slaughter. FSS is founded on the belief that all living beings have inherent value, and are deserving of respect, compassion and the freedom to live according to their true nature. By helping people truly see the sentience, intelligence and rich emotional lives of animals, we hope to inspire compassionate living and interconnectedness with Nature and all living beings. We are also involved in increasing awareness about and advocating for the wild horses of Alberta, bringing an end to horse slaughter in Canada and the humane treatment of farmed animals.

The Friends of Kananaskis Country is a federally-registered charity committed to sharing this special place with the world through education, community engagement and volunteer participation. We are aligned with the Government of Alberta’s vision of engaging the public in participating in the long-term use and enjoyment of Kananaskis Country though a Cooperating Agreement we have with Alberta Parks. We are a community of over 1,600 individuals committed to the balanced, sustainable use of Kananaskis Country, as well as the protection and sharing of its unique natural and cultural experiences. With over 5 million visits per year, and a population base exceeding 1 million bordering this natural wonderland, Kananaskis Country is not immune to development and use pressures. Working collaboratively with our partners, we develop programs and activities that: Actively protect the ecosystems within Kananaskis Country through trail care and other volunteer programs; Educate people about the appropriate use of this natural treasure through our environmental education programs; Engage communities and individuals in the stewardship of Kananaskis Country through direct participation and sponsorship opportunities; Support sustainable use initiatives undertaken in partnership with the Kananaskis division of Environment and Parks.