Calgary Youth Resources

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Emergency? If you are in immediate danger, call 911.

Important Numbers (Calgary) 9-1-1 • 211 • 311 • Police non-emergency

9-1-1Emergency

Immediate danger to health/safety (fire, medical, crime in progress, injuries, life-threatening).

Call 9-1-1
211Distress Centre / Community Help

Mental health, addictions, food/basic needs, community resources.

Call 211· Text INFO to 211
311City info & bylaws

City services (bylaw, garbage, general info).

Call 311
403-998-7388HELP Team (formerly DOAP)

Support for unhoused/vulnerable (mental health, intoxication in public, trespass, need transport).

Call 403-998-7388
Transit WatchC-Train & stations

Report safety/cleanliness (disorder, harassment, broken glass, issues).

Call 403-262-1000· Text 74100
403-266-1234Police (non-emergency)

Non-urgent police reports (non-injury collisions, missing persons, thefts, B&Es after they happen).

Call 403-266-1234

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SheltersNear Calgary

FoodFood banks & meals

Safe SpacesYouth centres & libraries

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More Calgary Resources Food • Shelters • Hubs • Activities

Tip: hours and availability can change — check sites or call ahead.

Featured & Essentials

Woods Homes – Inglewood Opportunity Hub Laundry, showers, cooking.
Program hub
Emergency Food Assistance (City of Calgary) City page with food access info.
City page
The Alex – Community Food Centre Community food programs.
Community

Food & Meals

The Alex – Community Food Centre Community meals and supports.
Emergency Food Assistance (City of Calgary) Overview of food access options.

Shelters & Hubs

Woods Homes – Inglewood Opportunity Hub Drop-in supports: laundry, showers, cooking.
Program hub
United Way – Sunalta Community Hub Food, shelter connections, youth programs.
Community hub
Miskanawah Community Services Association Family and youth supports.

Financial & Forms

CJHS – Keegan Help Fund Financial assistance for youth.
Ages 12–24
Advancing Futures – Application Form Post-secondary support (application).
Form
Dollar Detectives Society To prepare and empower today's young people through relevant skills for financial stability.
Form

Learning & Safety

YouthLink Calgary – Gangs Education Learn about staying safe.

Activities & Events

Calgary Climbing – $20 Drop-In Book in advance.
Book ahead

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