Being able to travel easily to work and access basic services such as food, education and health is critical in overcoming poverty. Calgarians require a transportation system that provides timely, accessible and affordable options for getting around.
Lever of ChangeTransportation
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A significant barrier to accessing services offered within the city is the cost of transportation. Because of the consistent work of Enough for All alongside Fair Calgary Community Voices, the sliding scale fare structure and affordability of the low-income transit pass remains in place. By overcoming barriers such as cost, these programs can have significant positive impacts on the wellbeing of individuals and families. The sliding scale helps ensure that our fellow citizens can easily access the right supports, services, and resources when needed the most. While the sliding scale Low Income Transit Pass is not a panacea, it is an incredibly important tool to combat poverty in Calgary.
Each lever of change links to the 94 calls to action from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. For Transportation, a call to action is not specifically stated.
E4A in Action
Transit – moving the conversation beyond ‘affordable’
Public transit must be connected, convenient, accessible, and affordable
Building Back Better – Enough for All in action
2020 Evaluation Report highlights progress in poverty reduction
Report to Community
Evaluating our collective progress towards achieving Enough for All in 2020
Champions
News & Events
- Nov 8, 2021
Building a strong, supportive and inclusive community
The City of Calgary’s Fair Entry Program and Community Hubs Initiative make a difference in the lives of low-income Calgarians
- Oct 20, 2021
PODCAST: Voices of Lived Experience
Poverty Talks! actively challenges perceptions of poverty
- Sep 21, 2021
Poverty profiles outline the incidence of poverty in each Ward of Calgary
Vibrant Communities Calgary and the Canadian Poverty Institute partner together to engage municipal candidates in the upcoming municipal election.
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