Baby it's Cold Outside

Baby it's Cold Outside Anti-Poverty/Homelessness Support Group

Giving a hand-up to those in need in Southern Alberta. Baby it's Cold Outside

"Giving those in need a hand up."

Did you know that on any given night there are approximately 50,000 Canadians who are homeless? This doesn't include those individuals who have crashed on someone's couch, or people who can’t find a bed for the night at a local shelter. On average, every year 350,000 Canadians will experience not having a roof over their heads at some point. Homelessness in Alberta and across the country is rising

at an alarming rate, costing the Canadian economy 7 billion dollars annually- and this does not include smaller community shelters offering support to individuals suffering from domestic violence. For over 20 years, Baby it’s Cold Outside has organized winter clothing drives, collecting donations of winter clothes and toiletries. These donations have been distributed to Alberta's homeless population through established shelters such as the Mustard Seed and Calgary Drop-In Centre. In response to rising homelessness across Alberta, Baby it's Cold Outside has increased efforts to help provide these shelters with supplies that support the growing demand for basic necessities, such as clothing, food, and toiletries. In the longer term, our goal is to offer transitional housing to further support those who are working to rebuild their lives and need a hand up to find their way. We also plan on facilitating life-coaching sessions to assist those struggling with addiction recovery and maintenance, career development, resume building, and domestic violence recovery. If you want to get involved, drop us a line at [email protected] and follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram! Thank you for your kindness.
- Team BCO



A Note from BCO Founder and President:

The story behind the passion…

My brother was homeless for the majority of his adult life until he passed. At the age of 15, he started down a lonely path to which there was a sad end. He came from a happy home with loving parents and siblings. We were a middle-class, average family. Is this an exception to what we think, when we think of the homeless? Maybe, maybe not. I don't believe there is a type—only a stereotype we buy into to make ourselves feel better. Homelessness can affect anyone and everyone at any time. It doesn't discriminate. Life sometimes can take us down less-traveled roads, sometimes for the good lessons and sometimes for the unfortunate ones. I have always held the homeless close to my heart and in my thoughts. I cannot bear to walk by and not acknowledge their plight, and it is my heartfelt belief that I am but one of many individuals willing and able to lend a helping hand to others when they find themselves in need. My dream-wish-desire-longing is that not one soul would ever be without food and shelter, but until that day arrives I will continue my crusade to clothe and aid as many people in need as possible, and I hope that you will find yourself inspired to join us at Baby It’s Cold Outside in this endeavor to make a positive difference as a community by bringing a little bit more warmth to the cold streets.

A good neighbour notices.They notice when someone who usually waves doesn't.When the lights haven't been on next door.Wh...
09/02/2026

A good neighbour notices.

They notice when someone who usually waves doesn't.
When the lights haven't been on next door.
When a friend seems a little quieter than usual.
When someone might need a hand.
You don't always have to know what to say.
You don't have to fix everything.

Sometimes noticing is the first step.
And sometimes that small act of care is exactly what someone needs.

Who is someone you could check in on this week?

The seasons change.Summer winds down.School starts again.Schedules get busier.But people still need people.At Baby It's ...
08/31/2026

The seasons change.

Summer winds down.

School starts again.

Schedules get busier.

But people still need people.

At Baby It's Cold Outside, our work continues year-round, supporting neighbours through illness, mental health challenges, housing struggles, unexpected crises, and the difficult seasons life sometimes brings.

There isn't always a big event. There isn't always a spotlight. Sometimes community care simply looks like noticing, listening, connecting, and showing up.

And that's something we believe in every day.

💛 Because good neighbours don't take a season off.

Huge thank you to High River Sunset Drive In for the opportunity to partner with them! Truly putting the FUN in Fundrais...
08/30/2026

Huge thank you to High River Sunset Drive In for the opportunity to partner with them! Truly putting the FUN in Fundraiser!

Thanks so much to all our volunteers who helped us park cars, and getting folks in and out of the movie night! Your time is precious and we are grateful you chose to share it with our team.

Plus a big thanks to all who joined us for the jungle theme double feature! We appreciate your support!

Together, we create amazing community.

We are excited to be part of the charity recipients with the High River Sunset Drive-In again this year!Our special nigh...
08/27/2026

We are excited to be part of the charity recipients with the High River Sunset Drive-In again this year!

Our special night is SATURDAY!!!!! (August 29th)

The double feature is Jungle Cruise and The Lost City!

Grab your tickets here: https://www.showpass.com/jungle-cruise-2021-the-lost-city-2022/?utm_id=97758_v0_s00_e0_tv4_a1demo0e1xpfjc&fbclid=IwY2xjawT9Wu1wZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMVdEdTJNTGdKc0lRTXo2OGFzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeu-Z1lemRtjwwDyCSF9zoIWFJMtrth4S6rbDp6qxUnojPHXCg9vC_Db0Dw3Q_aem_pRtVCpWIsC_ejBSLU4wzkQ

📣 Calling Volunteers!August 29 is the BCO Night at the High River Sunset Drive In! And we need some volunteers to help u...
08/25/2026

📣 Calling Volunteers!

August 29 is the BCO Night at the High River Sunset Drive In! And we need some volunteers to help us out!

6 people needed from 6:00-8:00PM to help cars get parked (bonus you can stay for the movies!)
2 people needed following the movies to close out the event (bonus you can come early for the show)

Can you help? Please email us at [email protected]!

Today, the Baby It's Cold Outside Board of Directors made the difficult decision to cancel this year's Black Tie Affair,...
08/22/2026

Today, the Baby It's Cold Outside Board of Directors made the difficult decision to cancel this year's Black Tie Affair, scheduled for September 12.

This was not an easy decision.

Over the past two years, we have invested significant time, energy, and resources into rebuilding the momentum and success this event has experienced in previous years. Unfortunately, with ticket sales not reaching the level needed to make the event financially viable, we have made the responsible decision to step back.

We know many of you were looking forward to gathering with us, and we are truly sorry for any disappointment this may cause.

At Baby It's Cold Outside, we have a responsibility to be thoughtful stewards of the resources entrusted to us. Continuing to invest in an event that is not demonstrating the level of support needed simply doesn't make sense when those same resources can be directed toward the work happening in our community every day.

And there is good news.

While this particular event isn't moving forward, the work of Baby It's Cold Outside absolutely is.

We are seeing meaningful momentum through community partnerships, collaborations, volunteers, donors, and opportunities to work alongside other organizations to support people through life's hardest moments.

That is where we believe our energy belongs right now.

So while we won't be putting on our black ties and gathering at The Ridge this September, we will continue showing up in the ways that matter most.

Thank you to everyone who supported the gala, shared it, considered attending, volunteered, donated, sponsored, or helped spread the word. Your support means more than you know.

There will be other opportunities to come together, celebrate, raise funds, strengthen partnerships, and continue the work that matters most.

This isn't the end of something. It's an opportunity to refocus on where we can make the greatest impact.

Thank you for understanding, for continuing to believe in BCO, and most importantly, for being part of a community that cares.

With gratitude,
Baby It's Cold Outside Charity

We are so grateful for our partners at RBC Okotoks🙏 The sun is shining come down and say hi 👋
08/16/2026

We are so grateful for our partners at RBC Okotoks🙏 The sun is shining come down and say hi 👋

08/16/2026

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