Addressing misconceptions with some new resources

VCC's Meaghon Reid and Hagir Sail discuss how poverty exists despite being hidden in certain areas of the city with the Calgary Journal

Poverty profile paints a clearer picture of Ward 8 incomes

Mount Royal University professor Kimberly Williams weighs in on inequity and some solutions

Without emphasizing women, Calgary's post-pandemic recovery plan is doomed to failure

Vibrant Communities Calgary discusses rising power costs and how some policies are making things worse for those struggling 

Some Albertans could lose power as the province’s moratorium ends Friday

PODCAST: Child Care, Women, and the Economy

For the over 20% of Canadians with inadequate coverage, universal pharmacare would mean not having to sacrifice other necessities

Jurisdictions around the world are proposing safeguards, but the trick is getting it right

With the rise of the gig economy in Canada, is it time to rethink this type of work?

Meaghon Reid comments on the health, housing and child care proposals part of the agreement and says the details are what will matter  

The federal Liberals and NDP have signed an agreement to ensure confidence remains in the government through to 2025

New spending priorities don’t address issues that matter to struggling Albertans

Alberta Budget 2022’s business as usual approach falls short 

Meaghon Reid discusses the rising cost of living and how struggling people are making tough choices 

VCC discusses affordable housing need with Global News

Federal government announces $38M to build affordable housing units for Calgary seniors

A future for child care that supports work and life

Creating spaces to advance anti-racism and anti-oppression

Concerns were expressed about the lack of immediate relief for struggling Albertans

What we’re watching for in the upcoming Alberta Budget

Why food is a convenor and how dignity leads to better outcomes

The Social Policy Collaborative discusses issues with income support in op-ed

Opinion: Why do we penalize people who work while on Income Support?

New Council motion will advance the development of an Indigenous gathering space in the City of Calgary

Indigenous Gathering Place is one step closer to becoming a reality

Poverty Snapshot in Calgary - Laying Bare Inequities: Covid-19, Gender, Race and Precarious Employment

Poverty Snapshot in Calgary - Laying Bare Inequities: Covid-19, Gender, Race and Precarious Employment

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