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Alberta Association of Community Health Centres works with #CHCs to improve health and healthcare for individuals, families & communities. See also @CACHC_ACCSC

Alberta, Canada
Joined October 2015
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Check out this short video featuring our CEO @JoyBowenEyre with a very important message. Thousands of Calgarians count on The Alex for support each year. Can we count on yours? $5 or $5000, #italladdsup. give.thealex.ca/ vimeo.com/646686987
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Read about how they Liza and Tessie, newcomers to Canada without dental insurance, found The Alex Dental Health Bus through connections in the community. #mobilehealth #dentalaccess #dentalhealthbus thealex.ca/liza-and-tessies-…
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Interested in our 12 unit affordable housing design & want to learn more about our scattered site planning? Contact Taylor at [email protected] – at Edmonton, Alberta
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In the latest episode of Community Matters, we speak with @AnyAyn @kemlinall @MikeJamesPayne, Executive Directors of @KlinicCHC @WHCwpg @NineCirclesCHC about partnership and collaboration among Winnipeg's CHCs to establish a same day clinic and services: youtu.be/Z7y6OP-lSgM
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In Episode 4 of Community Matters, we speak with #harmreduction team members from @SRiverdaleCHC in Toronto about the growing #overdose and #opioidcrisis during #COVID19, and systemic shifts needed to save lives and support community first responders: youtu.be/wqiKwxeW2SU
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Congrats to @JyotiGondek and the new city council! Our CEO @JoyBowenEyre met with Mayor Gondek last week to discuss how we can work together to achieve our shared goals. Looking forward to working with you! #yyccc
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Ever wonder why The Alex exists? This is why 👇 "Canadians pride themselves on the fairness of their society and their health care system, yet disturbing inequities persist in both." (Feb 2020) cmaj.ca/content/192/5/E105
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We spoke with Mike Bell from @KingstonCHC about the need for increased federal and provincial investment in Community Health Centres throughout Ontario. #SupportCHCs youtu.be/Pbk5rtPktOM
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A decade ago, it was estimated that more than 220,000 people in Canada were infected with hepatitis C (HCV). This is Mardi's story: cupscalgary.com/cups-updates…
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The next round of Nurturing Parenting Faciliator training takes place Nov. 17-19! Learn more and register today: cupscalgary.com/programs-ser…
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We're thankful to be part of the #bundleupYEG clothing drive again this year! Make sure to share with your communities!
DID YOU HEAR?! #BundleUpYEG is back and we’re once again collecting warm winter clothing for our city’s homeless and marginalized communities...AND to thank you for your generosity you we’re giving away $100! For full campaign details head to 1023nowradio.com/bundle-up-y…
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The Alex is hiring for several exciting positions, including an Occupational Therapist and a Human Resources Coordinator! See postings: ow.ly/x5R950GxLLf #calgaryjobs #hiring #occupationaltherapy #humanresources
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A heartfelt thanks goes out to @nenshi for his compassionate, community-focused leadership during his time as #yycmayor! We're grateful for the many years of collaboration and the incredible support you've shown The Alex. All the best on your next adventure! #yyccc
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In the last year, 259 people worked with our health navigators to transition from acute care to community supports. Learn more in the lastest Report to the Community. makinganimpact.ca
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Our Affordable Produce Market is happening tomorrow, Oct 22nd! Come get fresh produce at a discount and enjoy a free, nutritious breakfast at the Alex CFC (4920 17 Ave SE). We will be open from 9am - 11am! #goodfoodyyc #community #FreshRoutes #healthybreakfast
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We are so excited about our newest partnership with @goodneighbouryyc! Our Street Team will be hanging out every Thursday to provide mental health and addiction support and harm reduction supplies to folks visiting this incredible, volunteer-run, pay-what-you-can thrift store!
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Both @NACHC & @CACHC_ACCSC recently launched podcasts to give the public a closer look at frontline work happening at Community Health Centres in U.S. and Canada. Check them out and click SUBSCRIBE. 🇨🇦 youtube.com/playlist?list=PL… 🇺🇸 youtube.com/playlist?list=PL… #ValueCHCs #SupportCHCs
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Please take a moment today to follow Alberta’s four amazing Community Health Centres: @TheAlexCHC @CUPSCalgaryAB @BMHC_HealthCare @jpwcYEG While you’re at it, we would greatly appreciate you also following @AlbertaCHC @CACHC_ACCSC if you aren’t already! #abhealth #ableg #sdoh
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Pfizer and Moderna vaccines will be available tomorrow from 9am-1pm at The Alex Community Food Centre. No appointment needed, folks can simply drop by, get their shot, and have a delicious homemade breakfast free of charge! @goodfoodyyc
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