This blog was written by Alexandra Ewanyshyn (she/her), Systems Navigator, SafeLink Alberta. Editing by Oluwaseun Ayodeji Osowobi and Alisha Ostberg. What is International Overdose Awareness Day? International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD) began in Melbourne, Australia, …
Our Ship came in with a Nog for 2024!
Community partnerships with local businesses are amazing examples of fun and supportive fundraising efforts for our organization and the people we serve. We like to spotlight our community partners who continue to support us with …
SafeLink Alberta’s Impact: Back to School with MRU!
As another school year commences in Calgary SafeLink Alberta reconnects with many institutions with various Students Unions, Queer Students organizations and Campus Health care centres to provide the resources for sexual health and wellness and …
Marking the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation: Must-Attend Events in Calgary & Medicine Hat
Medicine Hat Events Medicine Hat College National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Saturday, September 30th | 2:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M. | Medicine Hat College (299 College Dr SE Medicine Hat, AB T1A 3Y6) Medicine …
SafeLink Alberta in the Community: September-November Event Guide
September Community Events Sept 27: Pop-Up Care Village Join us at Central Memorial Park with our harm reduction resources and supplies for the community. October Community Events Oct 7: Sunalta Farmers Market Last chance to connect at …
SafeLink Alberta Calgary Pride Guide
The time has come once again to gather and celebrate the diversity that is Calgary without Pride 2023 community engagement events.SafeLink Alberta (formerly HIV Community Link) is preparing for Pride and engaging our community with …
“That part of it people need to see. That they are not alone.” – Monica shares her story in support of Community Voices.
Community Voices is an annual event held to honour World AIDS Day. December 1st marks World AIDS Day, it also marks the beginning of Aboriginal AIDS Awareness Week. World AIDS Day is an opportunity to …
“I walk because there is work to be done” – Why Mark walks in the Calgary AIDS Walk & Run.
HIV Community Link’s HEAT Program Coordinator Mark Randall shares why he walks every year in the Calgary AIDS Walk & Run. The AIDS Walk is a 3 month long fundrasier, that raises money for HIV …
“What I have learned about the drag culture, is that it is deeply rooted in freedom of expression and living your own personal truth.” Meet Mike from First Time in Drag.
The follow entry is from Mike, a person who participated in HIV Community Link’s First Time in Drag event. First Time in Drag is a fundraiser for the Calgary AIDS Walk & Run, where participants …
Scotiabank Calgary Marathon: Sign up and support HIV Community Link
We invite you to sign up for the 2019 Scotiabank Marathon taking place on Sunday, May 26. The race is for all ages and intensities, and is open for registration for single runners as well …