Domestic Violence in the LGBTQIA2S+ Community
Domestic Violence in LGBTQIA2S+ Communities For almost 25 years, HomeFront has supported victims of domestic violence regardless of their gender, gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation. Domestic violence does not discriminate, and it is important that the support available to victims and their families does not discriminate either. Everyone deserves a life free of domestic […]
Rural Response to Domestic Violence in Alberta
On May 10, HomeFront participated in the Rural Response to Domestic Violence Roundtable in Canmore. The Roundtable provided an opportunity for participants to share knowledge to build capacity in rural communities, learn about community approaches and new policies and practices, and increase their network of professional contacts within the domestic violence sector. The Roundtable was […]
Rachel Snyder Addresses Domestic Violence at Keynote Luncheon in Canmore
On May 10, Alberta Community Crime Prevention Association (ACCPA) in partnership with HomeFront, Big Hill Haven, United Way Calgary, EQUS, and REACH, presented a Keynote Luncheon with Rachel Louise Snyder at the Silvertip Resort in Canmore. As an investigative journalist, Rachel Louise Snyder spent over 20 years travelling to more than 50 countries, and everywhere […]
5 Key Elements to Build and Maintain Healthy Relationships in 2022
Relationships are a vital component of our lives and play an integral role in our health and wellbeing. They lift us up, bring us joy, and allow us to grow and learn about ourselves. Everyone deserves relationships that are healthy, positive, and safe. Although all relationships are different, there are a few key elements that […]
Looking Back on 2021: An End of Year Reflection
As 2021 comes to an end and the holiday season is upon us, I want to take this opportunity to reflect on this past year with its many unique obstacles, opportunities, and successes. At HomeFront, we have begun to adjust to this new normal. The pandemic has taught us to adapt and pivot, and, ultimately, […]
Domestic Violence: The Hidden Crime
Since the onset of the pandemic, many crisis lines in Alberta have seen a 30 to 50 per cent increase in calls related to domestic violence. Each year, the Calgary Police Service responds to approximately 30,000 domestic conflict and domestic violence related calls. After someone makes that critical call to the police and charges are […]
A Conversation about the Safer Spaces Act: HomeFront and Emerald Management
Victims of domestic violence can break rental agreements early under Safer Spaces Act The Residential Tenancies (Safer Spaces for Victims of Domestic Violence) Act is designed to help victims of domestic violence get away from their abusers. This Act enables renters to end a residential tenancy agreement without financial penalty by showing their landlord a […]
HomeFront Participates in Virtual Pride Parade
Although we weren’t able to get together to march in person through the streets for Pride this year, HomeFront was thrilled to participate in our seventh annual Pride Parade this past Sunday in support of healthy and safe relationships for everyone. Calgary Pride organized a fantastic blended festival for Pride Week, filled with fun in-person […]
Gogh for HomeFront
This September, HomeFront hosted a unique fundraising event, Gogh for HomeFront, in support of our work to end domestic violence in Calgary. At Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience, attendees delve into Vincent’s world as represented by 300 of his masterpieces displayed in an immersive experience unlike anything you’ve ever seen before. The exhibit incorporates […]
A&W Auburn Bay Hosts Fundraiser in Support of HomeFront
On July 22, HomeFromt teamed up with A&W Auburn Bay to host a fundraiser in support of families impacted by domestic violence. Many families from the community stopped by the HomeFront booth to talk with our team and learn more about the work we do. Our partners from the Calgary Police Service attended the event […]