Community Connect YYC

JUST ANNOUNCED!

The speakers for Community Connect YYC's upcoming event, Mental Health Across the Lifespan, have just been released. Visit our Eventbrite page to learn more and to purchase your tickets.

Reminder Early Bird pricing ends Wednesday!

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/mental-health-across-the-lifespan-hosted-by-community-connect-yyc-tickets-1985612115288?aff=oddtdtcreator

Come learn with us and collaborate with others in the mental health sector of Calgary, lunch included in your ticket.

Thank you to our speakers: Kindred Connections Society, Trellis Society, YWCA Calgary and Canadian Centre for Men and Families - Alberta

Hey CCYYC Community!

We are excited to host a half-day event exploring mental health across the lifespan at Mount Royal University on Thursday, May 21, from 10 am to 2 pm.

This event brings together partners and professionals from across Calgary’s mental health ecosystem. With a mix of short presentations, facilitated discussions, and structured networking, the event will highlight and showcase the innovative work within the CCYYC network while exploring opportunities for stronger collaboration and coordinated care in Calgary.

You will gain practical insights, build new connections, and contribute to conversations about how we can better support mental wellbeing at every stage of life.

We will have four speakers discussing different subjects, all centered on various aspects of the life span, creating an accessible and friendly space to share thoughts.

Event Information
💸Price: $40
🏛️Location: Mount Royal University
📆Date: Thursday, May 21, 2026
🕰️Time: 10 am to 2 pm

Get your early bird rate! Ticket prices go up to $50 on April 15th - https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/mental-health-across-the-lifespan-hosted-by-community-connect-yyc-tickets-1985612115288

We can’t wait to see you there!

Today we recognize International Transgender Day of Visibility.

A day to celebrate transgender and gender diverse communities, uplift their voices, and reaffirm the importance of inclusive and affirming spaces.

At Community Connect YYC, we are committed to connecting people with affordable counselling and support through our network of partner organizations across Calgary.

Learn more or book online anytime:
https://www.communityconnectyyc.ca/

Feeling the weight of loss?

Join our early grief support group, a single-session session designed to help you navigate the first stages of grief, explore coping strategies, and connect with others who understand.

Take the first step toward healing — learn more and register here: https://www.communityconnectyyc.ca/kindred/grief

Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.

Racism impacts mental health, belonging, and access to support. Creating equitable communities means ensuring people can access services that are inclusive, culturally responsive, and accessible.

Community Connect YYC works with partner organizations across Calgary to help individuals find affordable counselling and support.

Learn more or book online anytime:
https://www.communityconnectyyc.ca/

Today, on Pink Shirt Day, we stand against bullying and celebrate kindness, inclusion, and support in our community. Remember, small acts of compassion make a big difference. Let’s create safe spaces for everyone—at home, at school, and in YYC.

Access to mental health support should feel safe, affirming, and culturally understood.

Through our partnership with HERConnect, Community Connect YYC offers free, culturally-responsive counselling for Black women and girls. Services are delivered by Black therapists and designed to support emotional well-being, identity, and life transitions in a space grounded in care and understanding.

If you or someone you know could benefit from this support, you can learn more or book through CCYYC.

communityconnectyyc.ca/our-partners/herconnect

This Black History Month, we honour the resilience of Black communities and the importance of healing spaces that acknowledge culture, history, and lived experience.

At Community Connect YYC, we believe mental health care should meet people where they are, with dignity, respect, and understanding.

Hey CCYYC Community!

We’re excited to showcase this incredible session on Post-Holiday Blues, offered by Kindred Connections Society.

This in-person, skills-building connection space helps participants recognize and manage post-holiday blues by teaching practical strategies and self-care techniques to improve mood and ease the transition back to daily routines.

Event Details
📅Date: January 27, 2026
🕰️Time: 6:00 – 7:30 PM (1.5 Hours)
🏛️Location: Kindred Connections Society #707 10th Ave SW, Calgary AB T2R 0B3
💸Cost: Pay-What-You-Can ($0-$50)

Sign-Up link - https://lnkd.in/gKc9TE6M

Blue Monday Reminder

If today feels a little heavier than usual, you’re not alone and there’s nothing “wrong” with you. Winter can be tough, routines are shifting, and stress can add up.

Reaching out for support is one way to take care of yourself.

Community Connect YYC brings together trusted community partners to make counselling and mental health support more accessible.

Support is available when you’re ready.
Book online: www.communityconnectyyc.ca

Happy New Year from all of us at Community Connect YYC!

Wishing you a year full of connection, care, and well-being.