CUPS Calgary

Today, on National Indigenous Peoples Day, we wanted to take the time to highlighting a number of Indigenous-owned businesses in Moh'kinsstis (Calgary) that you can check out. Supporting Indigenous businesses is one meaningful way to amplify Indigenous voices - so please follow, share, visit or make a purchase!

National Indigenous Peoples Day is about recognizing and acknowledging the history, knowledge, and contributions of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples across this land. In the spirit continuous learning, CUPS has been holding space this past month for learning, listening, reflecting and attending events with our staff as we honour and recognize Indigenous History Month and National Indigenous Peoples Day.

We encourage our community to take time to learn about the histories that shape this land (the has a number of great learning resources), support Indigenous businesses and attend one of the many amazing events happening (details in our blog at www.cupscalgary.com/news).

Local businesses featured:

A huge thank you to everyone who answered our call for water bottle donations... you delivered!

We're incredibly grateful for the support. During the summer months we distribute hundreds of water bottles each week to help clients stay hydrated, and every donation makes a difference.

If you still have water bottles you'd like to donate this summer, we'd love to put them to good use. Donations can be dropped off Monday–Friday, 8 - 4 pm at our staff entrance.

Send us a DM or email [email protected] if you have any questions!

Each summer, Dr. Rita Dahlke joins children, caregivers and staff from our Family and Child Development Centre to plant flowers on our rooftop, helping create a welcoming and vibrant space.

Rita has been a valued part of the CUPS community since 2003, serving as both a clinician and Medical Director. Throughout her career, she helped shape and strengthen our approach to care, advancing integrated, community-centred services that continue to make a difference today. Although retired, Rita remains deeply connected to CUPS, generously volunteering her time and giving back to the community she cares so much about.

Thank you, Rita, for your years of dedication and continued support!

For this month's CUPian Spotlight, meet Haley, one of CUPS' Child Development Coordinators!

"Hi! My name is Haley. I am a Child Development Coordinator in the Family and Child Development Centre.

I support families to learn about healthy child development, positive parenting skills, and meeting their basic needs. In this role, I am able to meet families where they’re at.

That means one day I am hanging out at the playground to work on social skills and the next day I’m working 1-on-1 with parents to learn ways to help their toddler reach their development milestones.

I started at CUPS just over 2 years ago right after finishing my bachelors degree. I used to work exclusively with children but wanted to transition to a more holistic family-focused approach.

CUPS model of navigating complexity and creating change is exactly what I was looking for.

My favourite part about working at CUPS is knowing I am making a difference in the community. I am so grateful to watch our families learn and grow. And there’s always so much that children teach me in return!

Outside of CUPS, you can find me outdoors! I do lots of hiking and backpacking in the mountains with my pup - we are always on some sort of adventure."

Thank you Haley for all of the amazing and impactful work that you do!

Curious about what happens inside CUPS? Join us for a public tour on Tuesday, June 16 at 3:00 p.m. and get a behind-the-scenes look at how we support Calgarians to navigate complexities and create change!

On the tour you'll have a chance to explore our Welcome to CUPS area, our health services, family and child development spaces, and learn all about our programs and unique approach to integrated care.

Whether you're a community member, neighbour, donor or simply interested in learning more, we'd love to have you join the tour!

Visit www.cupscalgary.com/tour and click on the link to our Eventbrite page to register!

June is Men’s Health Month and this week marks Men’s Mental Health Week.

Mental health struggles among men are common, yet many men don’t seek support because of the stigma and the underlying cultural expectations that men and boys should carry their struggles silently, push through challenges alone, or hide their emotions.

At CUPS, we know that connection, support, and belonging can make a meaningful difference. By creating spaces where men and boys feel seen, heard, and supported, we can help strengthen well-being and reduce the stigma around asking for help.

If you or someone you care about is struggling, support is available. Call or text 9-8-8 for 24/7, free, confidential su***de crisis support.

For resources, support and more information, follow , , and visit www.buddyup.ca