Since 1983, HIV Community Link (AIDS Calgary Awareness Association) has helped people learn about, prevent and live with HIV/AIDS. We promote the healthy choices people can make to reduce their risk of getting or spreading HIV/AIDS. We also work to reduce the harmful effects of HIV and AIDS by providing programs and services that help people living with HIV/AIDS make healthy choices and enjoy a better quality of life.
Information & Resources
HIV/AIDS information and printed resources available. Topics include: safer sex practices, sexuality, sexual orientation, sexual health and more. Free condoms, lube, dental dams and female condoms always available.
Shift Program
Shift provides support, outreach, education, advocacy, referrals, and counseling to individuals involved in, or those who have been involved in, the sex trade.
Calgary Cares Centre
Once you have completed an intake with AIDS Calgary you can access all of the programs detailed below that we offer via our Calgary Cares Centre. Please call to book an intake appointment at 403-508-2500.
Drop in Centre
A safe space to use the phone, computer, or internet; play cards & board games; read the paper & magazines; and have coffee & snacks. Free laundry machines available with appointment (Tuesday – Friday).
Nutrition Programs
Our Friday Lunch Program occurs two times per month from September – June. Enjoy a hot lunch and connect with other people living with HIV/AIDS. We also provide free vitamins, emergency bagged lunches, food bank referrals, and Good Food Box ordering.
Counseling
Case management and crisis counseling available in person or on the phone.
Referrals and Advocacy
Information and assistance to access services such as addiction treatment, clothing, food, emergency shelters, employment and more. We can also help you with human rights complaints.