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

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...

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

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

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...

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 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

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

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

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...

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...

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

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

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

More working Calgarians are struggling to make ends meet, while fewer are completing high school. What does this mean for Calgary’s progress on poverty reduction? Explore the latest data on income, transit, education, and mental health in Calgary. enoughforall.ca/articles/cal...

Everyone has a story. In the latest episode of Let’s Talk Poverty, we hear from people with lived experience as they share stories. Listen now. enoughforall.ca/podcasts/eve... #SystemsChange #PovertyReduction #EnoughforAll #YYC #Calgary

Rising food costs are making it harder for Calgarians to get nutritious groceries. Now, more Albertans are relying on food banks. Food Banks Canada reported a 21.8% jump in visits made to Alberta food banks this year. Read Your Voice, Our Future to learn more. enoughforall.ca/projects/you...

Poverty is not an individual failure. It is deeply complex and rooted in systems. We’re amplifying lived experience of poverty through the film production of Making Ends Meet, a play that portrays the everyday realities of poverty through personal stories. enoughforall.ca/projects/mak...

Alberta is changing how support works for people with disabilities. A new program, ADAP, launches in 2026. We break down what’s changing, what’s unclear, and what this could mean for people with disabilities in our latest blog. Read more: enoughforall.ca/articles/und... #Calgary #YYC #AISH #ADAP

What does Calgary want this election? Over 1,000 Calgarians weighed in on how the unemployment, the cost of food, and housing are impacting their lives. Know the issues and make an informed vote. enoughforall.ca/projects/you... #CalgaryElections #Calgary #YYC #EndPovertyMonth #SystemsChange

Congratulations, Calgary Foundation, for celebrating 70 years of growth! It was wonderful to gather at the Vital City event last night. We are inspired to celebrate more, find small and joyful moments, and remember that stronger communities are built when we lift each other up. #VitalCity #Calgary

With the municipal election well underway, we’re encouraged to see media and candidates engaging with the findings of Your Voice, Our Future. Calgarians have spoken. Housing, education, and employment are the top issues for our city. enoughforall.ca/articles/as-... #Calgary #calgaryelections

This year, VCC marks 20 years of driving systems change to reduce poverty in Calgary. We’re shining a light on the progress we’ve made through collective action, and we remain focused on the challenges and opportunities ahead. shinealight.enoughforall.ca #Calgary #YYC #EndPovertyMonth

Municipal Elections are two weeks away! Your voice matters. As you prepare to vote, take time to learn about the key issues shaping this election. Explore VCC’s Elections Platform and make informed choices. enoughforall.cdn.prismic.io/enoughforall...

Election day is only two weeks away! Here are some questions you can ask candidates before you cast your vote. #CalgaryElections #Calgary #YYC #PovertyReduction #SystemsChange enoughforall.cdn.prismic.io/enoughforall...

With campaigns in full swing, you're likely to bump into your local candidate! Be prepared to discuss the issues that matter to you. Read our Election Platform: enoughforall.cdn.prismic.io/enoughforall... #CalgaryElections #Calgary #YYC #PovertyReduction #SystemsChange

Over 1,000 Calgarians told us about challenges they’re facing and the changes they want to see in our city. Housing, education, and the cost of food were at the top of the list. Know the issues before you cast your vote. Read the report: enoughforall.ca/projects/you... #YYC #ElectionsCalgary

Here’s what's happening in Calgary this month: 🍂 October is End Poverty Month. 🌟 VCC is celebrating 20 years of community-driven impact in Calgary. 🗳️ It’s time to cast your vote for the future of Calgary in the upcoming municipal election. Stay up to date: mailchi.mp/vibrantcalga...

Poverty is not always an extreme. Sometimes, it’s one missed shift, illness, or unexpected expense away. October is End Poverty Month, a time to get informed and take action to reduce poverty in Calgary. Learn more: enoughforall.ca/articles/end... #SystemsChange #PovertyReduction #Calgary

New Champion alert! We’re excited to welcome Calgary Meals on Wheels to our E4A Champion Network. They are addressing food security in our community by preparing and delivering nutritious, quality, and affordable meals. www.mealsonwheels.com

VCC’s impact is community-driven. Thank you to all who are leading the way. We also extend deep gratitude to the @calgary.ca and United Way of Calgary and Area, whose funding and support make this work possible. See what the last 20 yrs of systems change looks like: shinealight.enoughforall.ca

In this episode of #LetsTalkPoverty, Jaclyn Silbernagel sits down with Vinod Rajasekaran, CEO and Editor-in-Chief of futureofgood.bsky.social , to explore systems change and what it takes to unlock lasting impact. Listen here: enoughforall.ca/podcasts/ban...

Sept 30 is an opportunity to listen deeply, learn from survivors, honour the children who never came home, and commit to meaningful action. Join us in honouring this day through the many opportunities to connect, reflect, and take action. enoughforall.ca/articles/ndt... #NDTR #OrangeShirtDay

Thank you to everyone who joined us at Shine a Light – VCC’s 20th Anniversary Celebration. We were proud to gather with Champions, policymakers, partners, and people with lived experience of poverty, who make this work possible. Explore our impact. enoughforall.ca/articles/shi...

The VCC Board of Directors is pleased to announce Dani DeBoice as the organization’s new Executive Director, effective Sep 22. Dani’s extensive experience, leadership, & passion for collaboration will help drive Enough for All forward and keep working toward a Calgary that has enough for all.

This year, VCC marks 20 years of driving systems change to reduce poverty. We’re shining a light on the progress we’ve made through collective action, and we remain focused on the challenges and opportunities ahead. See the last two decades of systems change: www.youtube.com/watch?v=AEEW...

“There is no ‘getting ahead’ for low-income and middle-class Calgarians ... We need access to affordable groceries, comprehensive public transit, valuable employment, and to not feel like we are being left behind.” These are the real voices behind our new report. enoughforall.ca/projects/you...

Accessible, trauma-informed legal help is key to reducing poverty. Discover how Alberta’s legal clinics are rising to the challenge—plus updates on food insecurity and housing in Calgary. Read & subscribe: mailchi.mp/vibrantcalga...

This episode of #LetsTalkPoverty, we sat down with 4 executive directors of legal guidance organizations across AB to discuss access to justice, the need to provide free or low-cost legal advice and representation, and why we need to influence broader systemic change. enoughforall.ca/podcasts/leg...

Secondary suites have been an important tool for expanding housing options across Calgary. As a community-integrated housing solution, these legal suites offer a practical path forward in easing rental availability and supporting homeowners. calgaryherald.com/news/local-n...

We're thrilled to welcome Skipping Stone to our E4A Champion Network! Skipping Stone has a mission to connect Two-Spirt, trans and gender diverse youth, adults, and their families with comprehensive and low barrier access to the support they need and deserve.

We're pleased to see the commitment towards increasing the affordable housing stock in our city. It's welcome news to see that 27% of the new suites in this converted office building will be affordable housing units. www.ctvnews.ca/calgary/arti...

Our August newsletter is in your inbox! We've shared stories around food insecurity, well-being and some updates on housing in Calgary. If you haven't subscribed yet, you can have a read here: mailchi.mp/vibrantcalga...

Our Well-being Dashboard has seen some updates in data! Specifically, food security data shows that more Calgarians are food insecure and the debt index showed that Canadians are less financial resilient. To learn more read our latest blog: enoughforall.ca/articles/cal...

It's really great to see innovative solutions, provided by ATCO and Attainable Homes Calgary, to create more affordable housing in Calgary! calgaryherald.com/business/loc...

Are you a stellar communicator with innovative strategies to advocate and educate? Then we’d love you to join our team! We are seeking a talented Communications Coordinator to support communications, marketing, and media relations. Learn more here: enoughforall.ca/careers

We're pleased to see the Government of Alberta and the Government of Canada working together to invest critical funding into much-needed affordable housing for families and communities across Calgary and Alberta. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

Our team has been busy connecting with community this Stampede! t's been great to connect and chat about Enough for All and learn what businesses, government and non-profits are working on. A huge thank you to @vivoyourlife for inviting us to join their Stampede Breakfast yesterday! Yahoo! 🤠

And we're off! 🤠 Our Interim Executive Director, Alka Merlin and Director of Policy, Michelle James got in the Stampede spirit at the First Flip yesterday. We'll be out in community at various Stampede events over the next 10 days. Let us know what Stampede events you're attending 👇