Our top picks from 2022, and a few on the wishlist

The overturn of Roe vs. Wade had us asking, should we be concerned about abortion access in Alberta?

The state of reproductive health in Alberta: A Q&A with Dr. Carol Williams

New Statistics Canada data showing poverty declines only telling half the story

Statement: Vibrant Communities Calgary’s statement on Statistics Canada’s Income Survey

VCC's weighs in on new study showing one-third of Albertans are cutting back on essentials to stay afloat

Canadians feeling financial pinch, but not as much as Albertans specifically

VCC was asked to weigh in on the government's electricity rebate

Is Alberta's $300 rebate enough to help you deal with inflation?

VCC discussed rising costs and how investments in affordable housing would save money in the long run with the Calgary Sun

A surplus shouldn't be celebrated unless more is done to help those living on low incomes

VCC says the surplus is an opportunity to re-index income support and AISH to keep up with inflation

With a $3.9B surplus in Alberta, should that money be used to make life more affordable?

Inflation is driving anxiety and exacerbating mental health issues said Meaghon Reid in a recent Calgary Herald article

Inflation hits highest levels in Alberta in almost four decades

Spreading the seeds of early literacy across Calgary

PODCAST: Literacy & the Dandelion Strategy

Meaghon Reid discusses addiction and it's root causes as part of the Safe Cities series   

A serious conversation about addictions and addiction services in Calgary

VCC discusses rising food costs and desperation some are feeling

VCC discussed the impacts of the cost of living on both taxi drivers and households living on low incomes that rely on their services

Delicate balancing act as Calgary hikes taxi fares by 15%

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

Should new policies be implemented to avoid debt loading Calgarians living on low incomes?

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

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

Creating spaces to advance anti-racism and anti-oppression

CityNews Calgary interviews Meaghon Reid about the Calgary Municipal Ward Poverty Profiles

New report highlights how poverty exists in each one of Calgary’s 14 wards

New report highlights how poverty exists in each one of Calgary’s 14 wards

CityNews Calgary interviews Meaghon Reid about the Calgary Municipal Ward Poverty Profiles