Distress Centre Calgary

Meet Aisha, a volunteer on our 24-Hour Crisis Line.

Aisha's journey to Distress Centre Calgary began with a lifelong commitment to giving back. After volunteering with several organizations in the community, she wanted to find a more direct way to support people's mental health and wellbeing.

What keeps her here is the impact, both on and off the lines.

On the lines, Aisha has connected with people from across Alberta and beyond, each conversation reinforcing the power of simply being there to listen.

"I'm a big believer in giving back to the community. I believe whatever you put out, you receive."

But that impact reaches far beyond her volunteer shifts. Through her experience and skills learned at Distress Centre, Aisha has become an even more steady source of support for her children, friends, and community, especially for young people navigating mental health challenges.

She mentors the youth in her community, empowering her children and their friends to advocate for their mental health and support one another. Every conversation is a reminder that showing up with compassion can make a meaningful difference.

Thank you, Aisha, for the care, empathy, and support you bring to every conversation.

One conversation can change someone’s night. One volunteer can change someone’s whole direction. ConnecTeen volunteers are teens in Calgary who are trained to listen, support, and be there — for peers who need it most.

Want to make a real difference in your city? Start with one conversation.

Peer support is available every evening from 4 PM to 10 PM, offering a safe, confidential space where teens can connect with someone who understands. Access ConnecTeen through phone or online chat — whatever feels easiest in the moment.

Learn more: calgaryconnecteen.com/volunteering

Our Drive for Distress Silent Auction is officially open!

Thanks to the generosity of 31 local businesses, we've put together an incredible collection of packages, getaways, experiences, and gift cards, with every bid helping ensure Calgarians have access to crisis support when they need it most.

Some of the highlights include a one night stay at Fairmont Banff Springs, Stampede Tent Hopper Passes, a two night stay at Saddle Hill Ranch Cabins, Cowboys Music Festival packages featuring artists like Yungblud, Tucker Wetmore, and Macklemore, plus golf passes, restaurant gift cards, distillery tastings, and more.

Best of all, you don't need to attend the tournament to participate!

Browse all 31 auction packages and place your bids: https://www.32auctions.com/drivefordistress2026

☀️ The sun is finally shining! As you enjoy BBQs, picnics, and patio time, don’t let those empty cans and bottles go to waste.

Donate them to us through SkipTheDepot and support Distress Centre’s vital programs in our community.

It’s simple, eco-friendly, and makes a real difference for those who need us most.

Schedule a pick-up through the link in bio and use promo code DONATEDISTRESSCENTRE!

Meet Stephen, a volunteer on our 24-Hour Crisis Line.
Stephen came to this work for personal reasons. He's known his own moments of crisis, and he understands what it means to have someone to talk to.

He wanted to offer that to someone else.

"I've benefitted from having other people I could speak with. I thought that if I could do that for someone else, it would be a worthwhile use of my time."

As a publisher, Stephen has always been drawn to the stories people carry. On the lines, he's found meaning in helping service users share those stories and begin to reclaim their voice.

"Everyone comes with their own story, and sometimes expressing it can be really valuable. You learn something new about yourself, and you get to refine your story in the process of talking about it."

Stephen says one of Distress Centre Calgary's real strengths is the range of people who answer the lines, responders from all walks of life, learning from each other and growing as a team. At the heart of it, he says, it comes down to genuine human connection.

Thank you, Stephen, for the care you bring to every conversation.

Read full story here: https://distresscentre.com/2025/04/30/volunteer-spotlight-stephen/

With our 4th Annual Drive for Distress Charity Golf Tournament almost here, we want to thank the sponsors making it possible. Your generosity helps make sure a trained, compassionate responder is always there when someone reaches out.

To every partner behind this year's tournament: thank you. Your support keeps Distress Centre Calgary here for the people who need us, every hour of every day.

We can't wait to see you on the course. ⛳
Learn more: https://distresscentre.com/drive-for-distress-charity-golf-tournament/

We're hiring: Manager, Contact Centre Performance & Analytics.

Every call, text, and chat that comes through Distress Centre Calgary is a person reaching out at a hard moment.

Behind the scenes, good data is what helps us answer faster, plan our teams well, and keep improving the support we provide.

We're looking for someone to lead that work: turning operational data into clear insights across our crisis response, navigation, and provincial service lines, including 211 and 988, and in collaboration with CMHA Edmonton.

In this role, you'll:
- Lead performance reporting and workforce analytics
- Build KPIs and a performance measurement framework
- Turn complex data into narratives that guide decisions for leadership and funders
- Use forecasting and modelling to plan for what's ahead

What you bring:
- 3 to 6 years in a contact centre environment, working with -telephony systems
- Strong analytical, statistical, and forecasting skills
- A degree in business, social sciences, public administration, or a related field
- A talent for making complex data clear and meaningful

If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!

https://distresscentre.com/careers/

We’re hiring a Controller to join the team at Distress Centre Calgary.

We’re looking for someone with full-cycle accounting experience, a track record leading finance teams, and strong skills in audits, budgets, and forecasts.

The work matters here. Steady financial management is what keeps our 24-hour crisis support running for the people who reach out every day.

If you bring relationship-building, sharp financial reporting, and analytical thinking to your work, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply Today! https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=0b7d4960-e60e-4b56-8c5f-2172b8e37164&ccId=19000101_000001&lang=en_CA&selectedMenuKey=CareerCenter&jobId=548999

We are currently looking for a Senior Development Officer to join our team at Distress Centre Calgary!

This is an opportunity to help shape the future of one of Calgary's most critical community support organizations. Every year, our teams respond to more than 150,000 interactions across crisis, navigation, and mental health support services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year

We are looking for someone with strong experience in fundraising, grant writing, or relationship management who is confident working with donors and funders, developing compelling proposals, and translating impact into meaningful support for the community.

If you are looking for a purpose-driven role where relationship-building and strategy come together to support people in crisis, this could be a great fit.

Learn more and check out the full opportunity: https://lnkd.in/gUt22kEE

Last June, the green was packed, the dinner was great, and Calgary showed up. Together we raised funds for Albertans in crisis and had a pretty great time doing it.

And now it's back!

The 4th Annual Drive for Distress Charity Golf Tournament is happening June 18th at Elbow Springs Golf Club.

Grab your team, grab your clubs, and let's drive change together!

📅 June 18th, 2026
📍 Elbow Springs Golf Club
⏰ 1PM Shotgun Start with lunch served in advance

Register today: https://distresscentre.com/drive-for-distress-charity-golf-tournament/