Planet Youth Calgary

05/07/2026

“Poor mental health would be like neglecting yourself both physically and mentally.”- Youth Participant, Planet Youth Calgary.



Our 2024-2025 research cycle showed that only 52.9% of youth would consider their mental health to be good or very good.

At Planet Youth Calgary, we are dedicated to understanding the challenges facing young people, with mental health at the core of this work. Today, on National Child and Youth Mental Health Day, we acknowledge the pressures young people face and the importance of supporting their well-being.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, take a moment for a break and a deep breath, and reach out to someone you trust.

If you or someone you know needs help, here are some resources:

Calgary Counselling Centre (); (833)-827-4229
Distress Centre Calgary ( @ Distresscentreyyc); (403)-266-4357
211 (ab.211.ca): Access services in more than 170 languages.

04/14/2026

Last weekend, we were proud to have our colleagues featured on RedFM, NepaliRadioCalgary, sharing the impact and vision of Planet Youth Calgary and the importance of prevention through strong community partnerships.

Thank you to our incredible colleagues who represented this work:

Shelina Bata, Planet Youth Manager, Trellis Society – Saddle Ridge
Surafiel Kibreab, Planet Youth Manager, Trellis Society – Greater Forest Lawn
Beth Ed, Manager, Community & Family Systems, United Way of Calgary and Area

The conversation highlighted how collective action, cultural connection, and community‑driven prevention are supporting healthier outcomes for young people and families across Calgary.

🔗 Listen to the segment here:
👉 https://www.youtube.com/live/N8mocG5k7Ik

Thank you to Red FM for amplifying important conversations, and to all our colleagues and partners who continue to advance this work across the city.

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02/11/2026

📣 You’re Invited!

Join us for a Coalition Open House in the priority community closest to you.

Come learn about the key priorities, strategies, and projects shaped by our 2024–2025 data and 2025 Community Action Planning process.

Hear directly from community voices who helped shape this work, learn what’s coming next, and discover how it impacts you and your neighbourhood.

Your voice matters — we hope to see you there!

01/20/2026

💙 Blue Monday 💙

Today is , a time when feelings of stress, low mood, and fatigue can feel heavier for many.

At Planet Youth Calgary, we focus on the conditions that shape wellbeing. Strong relationships, a sense of belonging, supportive families, schools, and communities — these are key protective factors for young people’s mental health. Wellbeing isn’t built in isolation; it grows through connection, care, and shared responsibility.

Prevention works when communities work together. 💫

CommunityConnection

01/20/2026

Happy New Year, Calgary! 🎉

As we step into 2026, we want to thank everyone who joined us last year. Your voices, ideas, and energy helped make our Action Planning sessions and community activities meaningful and inspiring.

In the spirit of new beginnings, we’re excited to share what’s next!

This January, the Planet Youth Calgary team — together with our community coalitions — will begin prototyping the strategies and project ideas identified by the community.

What does that look like?
During our upcoming coalition meeting, we’ll build small, simple versions of your ideas — maybe a basic event, a simple activity, or even a rough PowerPoint model. These early versions help us learn:
✨ Will people join in?
✨ Do they feel welcome and included?
✨ Are there barriers we didn’t expect?
✨ Does the idea truly fit our community?

By testing ideas early, we can make sure the final programs are inclusive, meaningful, and grounded in real community needs.

As we begin this new year, we’re grateful to be building a healthier, more connected Calgary together.

Here’s to 2026 — a year of learning, growing, and creating spaces where children and youth feel seen, supported, and valued. 💛

01/20/2026

Happy New Year, Calgary! 🎉💙

As we step into 2026, we want to thank everyone who joined us last year. Your voices, ideas, and energy helped make our Action Planning sessions and community activities meaningful and inspiring.

In the spirit of new beginnings, we’re excited to share what’s next!

This January, the Planet Youth Calgary team — together with our community coalitions — will begin prototyping the strategies and project ideas identified by the community.

What does that look like?�During our upcoming coalition meeting, we’ll build small, simple versions of your ideas — maybe a basic event, a simple activity, or even a rough PowerPoint model. These early versions help us learn:
✨ Will people join in?�✨ Do they feel welcome and included?�✨ Are there barriers we didn’t expect?�✨ Does the idea truly fit our community?

By testing ideas early, we can make sure the final programs are inclusive, meaningful, and grounded in real community needs.

As we begin this new year, we’re grateful to be building a healthier, more connected Calgary together.

Here’s to 2026 — a year of learning, growing, and creating spaces where children and youth feel seen, supported, and valued.🩵💙

12/22/2025

As 2025 comes to an end, we’re proud of the progress we’ve made together and grateful to the partners and community who made it possible.

Our 2024–2025 Annual Impact Report highlights the impact achieved through collaboration and commitment over the past year.

Thank you for supporting our mission as we close out the year with pride and look ahead with purpose.

Read the full 2024–2025 Annual Impact Report here:https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/67b65f51198f004787dc7923/6931b26dc42c323c8fd64ae3_33ca9b7ad96e6354f0e642c630a4eae1_Planet%20Youth%20Calgary%20Annual%20Report%202024-2025.pdf

12/15/2025

Weeks of deep conversations, planning sessions, reflection, and collaboration — all rooted in youth voice and community experience — led us here.

Last week, all four of our coalitions proudly presented the ideas and strategies that emerged from the 2024–2025 data and community action planning. What began as curious questions and early ideas has grown into a shared action plan shaped by youth and parents, grounded in the domains and themes most meaningful to their communities.

This celebrates the completion of an important planning process and the start of meaningful solutions in action. We’re so proud of this work and deeply thankful to the youth, families, and community partners who made it all possible!✨

12/05/2025

We’re proud to celebrate the community-generated ideas 💡 that emerged from months of collaboration 🤝, engagement 🗣️, and local leadership 🌟. These ideas reflect the lived experiences, priorities, and hopes of our communities ❤️ 🎉

Join us as they share their Action Plans 📋 and highlight opportunities for collective impact 🌍

Together, we can strengthen the future for our youth and families

11/20/2025

We are proud and excited to feature one of Planet Youth Calgary’s youth participants as she shares her experience and insights with United Way of Calgary and Area. Her voice reflects the courage, honesty, and leadership that guide this work and help shape healthier futures for young people. We’re grateful for the youth who continue to share their perspectives — their involvement is essential to understanding what matters most and to building stronger, healthier, and more connected communities.

11/19/2025

We are turning data into action — together.

Over the past weeks, community members, youth, service providers, and local leaders have been gathering to review our 2024-2025 research findings, share lived experiences, and prioritize what matters most to them.

Through open conversations, small-group discussions, and collaborative voting, each community has identified the priorities they believe will make the greatest impact on their youth.

This process isn’t just about highlighting issues — it’s about bringing people together to create realistic, community-driven solutions.