Vision
Freedom from domestic violence and abuse for everyone.
Mission
To inspire and build a dignity driven movement cultivating communities that are free from domestic violence and abuse.
Our Values
Respect
Relentlessly uphold the dignity of every person.
Courage
Bravely support healing and growth.
Collaboartion
Collaboratively create possibility.
Learning
Deliberately learn to be better.
Historical Timeline
In 1973, a group of visionary women opened a small volunteer-run shelter for women and families in Calgary. The following year, the Calgary Women's Emergency Shelter registered as a charity, formally taking over the operations. Since our origins in a 13-bed facility in the Beltline area, the Calgary Women's Emergency Shelter has expanded to serve over 15,000 Calgarians annually.
View the Chronological History of the Calgary Women's Emergency Shelter.
