Do you Need Support?
How can we help you?
Ministries
Outreach Programs
There are various ministries that provide support and guidance to our community. They offer resources for spiritual growth and assistance in times of need.
Care
Counselling
Our parish does not currently offer in-house counselling services. However, if you would like to speak with our Pastor, please contact the parish office at office@ascensionparish.ca.
If you are seeking professional counselling or additional support, please refer to the list of community resources below.
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​Calgary Counselling Centre: 833-827-4229 - online counselling available
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Catholic Family Service: 403-205-5295 - telephone services are available.
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For Rapid Access Counselling: 403-233-2360 or email intake@cfs-ab.org
Help
Support and Resources
If you need emergency support, please dial 911 or view the list that can assist you in various aspects of life.
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Call 211 for the community and social services help line (for basic needs, financial support, food, housing information, etc.)
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Call 811 for Health Link
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Distress Centre: 403-266-4357 Support is available 24/7. The call centre is closed, with staff working remotely.
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Eastside Family Centre: 403-299-9696 - telephone and e-therapy services available
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Kid’s Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868
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Mental Health Help Line: 1-877-303-2642
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Access Mental Health, call 403-943-1500
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Calgary Food Bank: Call 403-253-2055 to request emergency food hampers.
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Alberta Supports: Call 1-877-644-9992 for provincial social program support and disability assistance.
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Unison at Kerby Centre: Call 403-265-0661 for elder abuse support, shelter options, and specialized senior care programs
Connect
Parish Connections
1) If you would like to speak to get in touch with our ministry coordinators, please visit the Parish Contacts page for the list of ministry coordinators.
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2) If you would like to join our volunteer efforts to make a difference in the community, please visit our Volunteer Information page for apply.​ To see which ministry you might be interested in, please go to our Liturgical Ministries or Non-Liturgical Ministries pages for a list of ministries available in our parish.
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The following provincial resources are also available to parents:
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LearnAlberta.ca: 4,000 & more digital resources aligned with Alberta’s K-12 curriculum.
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My Child’s Learning: A Parent Resource: provides parents with information specific to each grade level.