10/01/2026
Overdose calls in Calgary are up 143%.
Calgary Firefighters Association responded to 143% more overdose calls in the first seven months of 2026 than they did during the same period last year. In July alone, that was an average of more than 35 overdose calls a day.
Behind every one of those calls is a person with a story that isn't finished yet. No one is beyond hope.
If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction, now is the time to reach out for help.
Where to start:
🚨 In an emergency, call 911
📞 Alberta Addiction Helpline: 1-866-332-2322 (free, confidential, 24/7)
🏥 Detox and withdrawal management in Calgary: Alpha House, Renfrew Recovery Centre, and the Calgary Drop-In Centre
Your next step in recovery:
After detox, the Calgary Dream Centre is here to walk alongside you. We are a lighthouse of hope for Calgarians, offering:
-90-day recovery program
-Case management support
-Transitional housing
-Vocational opportunities
-Community housing
We're a community that stays with you long after the program ends. You don't have to find your way alone. Recovery is possible.
Connect with us today at calgarydreamcentre.com or call 403-243-5598.
Source: Calgary Firefighters Association, via CBC News