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 […]
Holt Renfrew’s Charity Shopping Event
On June 17, Holt Renfrew hosted a Stampede-themed charity shopping event in support of HomeFront Calgary. Just in time to pick up the perfect Father’s Day present or update your summer wardrobe, it was a great day to shop in support of a good cause. Ten percent of sales were donated to HomeFront to support […]
HomeFront Board Member Receives Philanthropist Award
Congratulations to HomeFront’s Board Member and former Co-Chair Lauretta Enders, recipient of the 2020 Doc Seaman Individual Philanthropist Award! The AFP Calgary Generosity of Spirit Awards recognize and celebrate the philanthropic leaders that make a difference in our community. Lauretta exemplifies the essence of philanthropy, contributing her time, talent, and treasure to a number of organizations […]
HomeFront Wins Partnership, Collaboration & Connection Award
We are excited to announce that HomeFront’s Case Management Team received the Partnership, Collaboration and Connection Award in the 2020 United Way of Calgary and Bhayana Family Foundation Awards. Our Case Management Team shows dedication and innovation in their approach to collaboration and partnerships. This past year has been extremely challenging, but our Case Managers […]
HomeFront’s Response to COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
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