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We see the whole story of health. We meet people where they're at & treat all with dignity & respect. Visit www.thealex.ca for more info!

Health, housing, and community supports for vulnerable people in Calgary, AB.

11/04/2026

A little kindness can go a long way, especially during the holidays. ❤️🎁

Our Holiday Hope Totes campaign is back, and we're inviting our Calgary community to help us spread a little extra warmth and compassion this season!

Each Hope Tote is filled with thoughtful essentials like hygiene products, winter accessories, snacks and a grocery gift card. More than just a collection of items, each tote is a reminder to someone in our community that they are seen, valued and cared for.

Since 2020, more than 5,000 Hope Totes have been distributed, and we'd love your help making another meaningful impact this year.

Whether you fill a tote, organize a collection drive, make a donation or simply help spread the word, there are so many ways to get involved.

Visit https://vist.ly/5rcsm to learn more about Holiday Hope Totes and how you can participate! ❤️

10/29/2026

Care can take many forms. A helping hand. A listening ear. A warm meal. A safe place to land. Someone who simply shows up.

On International Day of Care and Support, we recognize the people who give their time, energy and compassion to care for others, and the difference that care can make across an entire community.

Because stronger communities are built when we care for one another. 🤝

10/27/2026

Volunteer Spotlight: Meet Aly!

What started as a walk through her neighbourhood led Aly to The Alex’s Community Food Centre, where she has now been volunteering for about two months!

From helping in the kitchen and serving meals to gardening and washing dishes, every day brings something different and a chance to learn something new.

“I truly enjoy the community! And the other volunteers I work with make the space even better,” Aly shares. “Plus, all the staff are very warm and welcoming.”

For Aly, volunteering has been about more than learning new skills. It’s also helped her grow in compassion, build meaningful connections and be part of a community where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

Thank you, Aly, for sharing your time and energy with our community! 💚

10/26/2026

What does wraparound care really mean?

At The Alex, we know that health and well-being are connected to so many parts of everyday life.

That's why our approach goes beyond addressing just one need. By bringing health care, social supports and community programs together, our teams work to provide connected, ongoing care that supports the whole person.

From immediate needs to long-term well-being, it's about meeting people where they are and making support easier to access.

Swipe through to learn more about how wraparound care works at The Alex! ➡️ https://vist.ly/5q3h8

10/21/2026

Every space tells a story.

The Youth Health Clinic was created to be more than a place for appointments. It's a place where young people can ask questions, find support, and know they don't have to face life's challenges on their own.

Sometimes, having a safe place to start can make all the difference.

10/19/2026

When Marcus first connected with The Alex, he and his friend had been living outdoors for years, never accessing the shelter system. Their encampment had become a refuge not only for themselves, but for others experiencing the realities of housing instability. Today, Marcus credits The Alex with saving his life.

The Alex helped navigate access to income support, food, housing and health care. As isolation and deteriorating health made daily survival increasingly difficult, Street Team staff provided transportation, medical care at the encampment and ongoing outreach visits. When Marcus was hospitalized, the team continued to support both him and his friend through an incredibly uncertain time.

After Marcus was diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer, safe housing became urgent. His radiation treatment had been delayed because there was no stable place for recovery. Through coordinated support from The Alex, Marcus and his friend were connected to housing and moved into a subsidized home together. With a safe place to live, Marcus was finally able to begin treatment, while ongoing rent support helped them maintain their housing.

Marcus describes having a home as something they once only dreamed about during long, cold nights outdoors. More than shelter, he says The Alex gave them the opportunity to have a life again. Today, both remain connected to the Street Team out of gratitude, now able to rest, heal and look ahead with hope. As Marcus shared, their future is “a thousand times better” because of the people at The Alex who cared for them.

This is just one of the many stories behind our work. Visit our website to read more.
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10/16/2026

🥕 Food is more than what’s on the plate. It brings people together, celebrates culture and traditions, and helps build stronger communities.

But access to food isn't the same for everyone. Nearly 10 million people in Canada, including 2.4 million children, live in food-insecure households. (Source: Right to Food)

🌱 World Food Day is an opportunity to reflect on the importance of access to affordable, nutritious and culturally appropriate food, while recognizing the people and organizations working every day to build stronger, more equitable food systems.

At The Alex, we see how food creates connection, supports dignity and strengthens community.

Because everyone deserves access to good food and a place at the table. 💚

10/15/2026

Have you had your Pasta La Feasta fix yet? 🍝

There’s still time to eat your way through some delicious, Canadian-inspired pasta dishes AND support The Alex Community Food Centre while you’re at it.

We’re grateful for all the restaurants and pasta lovers coming together to support our community this October.

Pasta La Feasta continues through October 31. Find a participating restaurant and learn more on their website. https://vist.ly/5nj9e

10/12/2026

This Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for the people who make this community what it is. The neighbours who show up. The volunteers who give their time. The donors and partners who believe in the work. And the people who walk through The Alex’s doors and trust us to be part of their story.

Happy Thanksgiving from The Alex. 🍂🧡

10/10/2026

"I'm not feeling like myself."

For a lot of people, that's one of the hardest sentences to say out loud, even to the people closest to them.

This year's World Mental Health Day theme is "Lived Experiences Heard: Real Voices, Real Change." Behind every statistic is a person with a story, and that story is always bigger than a diagnosis.

Before the pandemic, about one in three Canadians would experience a mental health concern in their lifetime. Since then, rates of depression and anxiety have climbed above pre-pandemic levels.

Though the reasons people reach out for support have shifted, what hasn't shifted is the shame. Stigma and isolation still keep people from asking for help, and the longer someone waits, the heavier things tend to get.

At The Alex, mental health doesn't exist in isolation. The people we serve may be navigating physical health concerns, housing instability, substance use, financial pressure, trauma, or loneliness, often at the same time. That's why mental health support isn't a separate program here. It's woven through all of our work, with dedicated Mental Health Counsellors across our programs.

In our primary care clinics, three in four clients aged 15 and older had at least one mental health-related visit. That's well above the national average, and it's exactly why connected care matters.

When care is connected, we can listen to the whole story, not just one chapter of it.

Thank you to our counsellors and the many staff across The Alex who build trust, create pathways to support, and help community members navigate increasingly complex concerns.

If you're not doing okay, you don't need the perfect words. Reaching out is enough.

📞 9-8-8 Su***de Crisis Helpline: call or text 988, for anyone who needs to talk
📞 Distress Centre Calgary: 403-266-4357 or dial 211
📞 AHS Addiction & Mental Health Helpline: 1-877-303-2642
📞 Access Mental Health: 403-943-1500
📍 Eastside Family Centre walk-in counselling: 403-299-9696
📞 Hope for Wellness Helpline (Indigenous peoples): 1-855-242-3310
🌈 Trans Lifeline: 1-877-330-6366 / Kids Help Phone: text CONNECT to 686868

Address

2840 2 Avenue SE
Calgary, AB
T2A7X9

Opening Hours

Monday	9:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	9:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	9:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	9:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	9:30am - 4:30pm

Website

http://www.thealex.ca/

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