Get Involved

Submit your contact details here or email info@vibrantcalgary.com and let us know you want to become a Champion. A member of our team will contact you within a week to set up an initial conversation to discuss the next steps. 

Become an Enough for All Champion. Let’s discuss how Enough for All’s goals align with your own business or organization’s goals and values. VCC wants to create a win-win situation where we work with a variety of partners to contribute to a more equitable and prosperous community.  

There are so many ways to get involved. Practical ways to contribute to poverty reduction include implementing a living wage policy or partnering with local organizations already doing great work in the community.   

Most importantly, don't underestimate the power of your voice. As business and community leaders you have influence—use it to advocate for policies that promote economic inclusion and social good.  

Signing a shared value agreement is a key step in becoming an E4A Champion. It signifies a formal commitment to reducing poverty and enhancing community well-being. 

Everyone has a role to play.  

Champions are organizations, big and small. They are non-profits working to house families and provide access to food. They are community-minded businesses paying a living wage. They are changemakers who collaborate and share their voices so people can thrive. 

Breaking down silos and collaborating across different sectors is critical to a thriving community. E4A Champions are businesses, nonprofits, government, and community groups all working together to create solutions. Champions are on board with Enough for All’s principles and goals. They publicly communicate support for Enough for All and strive to model the principles in the strategy while deepening awareness about the impact of poverty in our city. 

Addressing poverty requires a diverse set of perspectives and approaches. For example, businesses might have job creation and training expertise, while non-profits might have a deeper understanding of community needs and resources. By working together, we can leverage our strengths and create effective and sustainable solutions. 

Creating a line of sight between action and impact, VCC checks in with Champions and tracks progress on poverty reduction through an annual evaluation. 

We also use tools like the Well-Being Dashboard. It uses data to track Calgary's progress on a range of well-being indicators, such as income inequality, housing affordability, food security, access to quality education, and healthcare. It's like a snapshot of how the city is doing in terms of social and economic well-being. 

No. There is no cost to becoming a Champion.  

How your organization participates is up to you. We ask that you participate in a yearly evaluation, which takes less than an hour. Other than that, many offerings are available, but they are optional. For example, there are opportunities to attend events and capacity-building sessions, and there are times when we’ll invite you to share perspectives on a particular topic via email or a survey. 

Currently, joining the Champion network requires that you be an organization or business. The Enough for All strategy is community-driven, and we provide different opportunities for individuals to connect via surveys and at public events. Follow us @vibrantcalgary and sign up for our newsletter to stay informed about research, policy, and key events. 

Businesses have an opportunity to align their brands with Calgary’s poverty-reduction strategy and showcase their commitment to social responsibility and community well-being. 

Enough for All is about shared prosperity—when the community thrives, everyone benefits. By helping to create a healthier social environment, businesses can enjoy a stronger economy, more motivated employees, and a more resilient city. 

It means including the perspective of people who have experienced poverty in decision-making. Understanding the perspectives of people who know the challenges and what kind of solutions would be helpful provides a huge wealth of knowledge and insight. Their input is instrumental in shaping effective programs and solutions.