#GivingTuesday was created in 2012 as a simple idea; a day that encourages people to do good. Today, it is now a global movement that inspires hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity throughout the year. At carya, we know it takes a village, and are grateful to our incredible community of dedicated team members and volunteers, donors and funders, and… Read more »
During the summer months, carya connects seniors living at Francis Klein Centre with energetic, four-legged volunteers. These furry volunteers are tasked with the important job of putting smiles on the residents’ faces! “Puppy Parties” are coordinated by carya to encourage spending time outdoors, connecting with others and building community engagement among seniors. Pet-human interactions are scientifically proven to improve our wellbeing and mental health, and we strive… Read more »
Ivy*, a client of The Way In Network, inspired a movement of kindness and proved that age would never hold her back! carya is very proud to assist a client-led initiative to raise donations for Ukrainian refugees. Ivy says she’s deeply connected to the trauma and fear experienced by those fleeing and suffering in Ukraine. Her empathy stems from personal experience with international conflict and a desire to… Read more »
What a party! On July 5th, carya staff, volunteers, and community members celebrated the Official Grand Opening of Village Commons! After a year of cautious operations during the pandemic, it was uplifting and inspiring to reconnect with so many friends, supporters and passionate community advocates from East Village and beyond. As many of us have learned through the pandemic, connecting with others is an essential part of our… Read more »
After a year of cautious operations through the pandemic, we’re finally ready to safely celebrate the opening of Village Commons – an innovative space in East Village where Calgarians can come together, find support, build community, and connect. We’re excited to welcome the community into the space on this one-year anniversary to share stories and reflect on this incredible accomplishment – made possible by donors, partners… Read more »
We are thrilled to announce our new partnership with Gateway Connects! As new Canadians arrive to Calgary and the prairies region, carya wants to ensure a smooth transition for all newcomers. This partnership is very exciting, as we are eager to distribute our community and mental health services to be easily accessible for all who need them. Gateway strives to connect newcomers to the right service… Read more »
We are so excited to be an Official Charity Partner for the 2022 Calgary Marathon, and we want you to join #Teamcarya! This year we’re going to raise $5,000 with the help of our staff, Board of Directors, volunteers, and friends. Proceeds will be invested back into the community, ensuring all Calgarians are able to access the support and resources they need – when they need… Read more »
A warm cup of tea, cider, or coffee has a way of bringing people together in comfort like few other things. The aroma wafting around a corner, the sound of a whistling kettle, the tinkling of a spoon in a mug … all of us have a sensory connection to sharing a cup with our family, friends, and neighbours. That’s why the coffee and tea bar… Read more »
In 2018, carya’s Elder Friendly Communities embarked on a project to connect seniors, address food insecurity, and create a network of inspired and invested gardeners … because we’re better together. Located in the Northwest community of Highland Park, JE Harris House is a subsidized senior’s living complex that is home to 100 older Calgarians. Partnering with Calgary Heritage Housing and Chirp Foods, carya invested in developing a community garden at the residence that would… Read more »