<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Alberta Homeless Foundation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alberta Homeless Foundation]]></description><link>https://portal.albertahomelessfoundation.ca/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 04:39:44 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://portal.albertahomelessfoundation.ca/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Indigenous Homelessness in Canada]]></title><description><![CDATA[Homelessness affects individuals from all backgrounds, but some populations face a disproportionate burden. In Canada, Indigenous peoples are significantly overrepresented among those experiencing homelessness. While Indigenous peoples make up a relatively small percentage of Canada's population, they account for a much larger proportion of individuals experiencing housing insecurity and homelessness. Understanding Indigenous homelessness requires looking beyond the traditional definition of...]]></description><link>https://portal.albertahomelessfoundation.ca/post/indigenous-homelessness-in-canada</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a3d7b20c84b746063025cff</guid><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2e50dd_f549c4de65284c228ed62bdeca75b366~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_800,h_450,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Alberta Homeless Foundation</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rural Homelessness in Alberta]]></title><description><![CDATA[When people think of homelessness, they often think of large cities with visible encampments, crowded shelters, or individuals sleeping on busy streets. While homelessness is continues to remain a significant issue in urban centers, it is important to recognize that homelessness also exists in rural communities across Alberta. Homelessness in smaller towns and rural areas is often less visible, making it easier to overlook despite its serious impact on individuals, families, and communities....]]></description><link>https://portal.albertahomelessfoundation.ca/post/rural-homelessness-in-alberta</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2314331f44c606b377bd12</guid><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:24:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2e50dd_28c9485d6bab4ba2b6a114d8a296f45d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_720,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Alberta Homeless Foundation</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Importance of Hygiene and Dignity]]></title><description><![CDATA[When we talk about homelessness, society often focuses on essential needs like food, shelter, and clothing. While these remain important, an issue that often gets overlooked is access to hygiene. Simple tasks like taking a shower, brushing teeth, washing clothes, or using clean hygiene products can be very hard when an individual lacks stable housing. Hygiene is not a luxury but rather a basic human need linked to health, confidence, safety, and dignity. For individuals experiencing...]]></description><link>https://portal.albertahomelessfoundation.ca/post/the-importance-of-hygiene-and-dignity</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a08d71f90efca429750985a</guid><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 21:22:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2e50dd_0e5f8667fb59439eb25b0d46d1273221~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Alberta Homeless Foundation</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Seniors and Homelessness - An Overlooked Issue]]></title><description><![CDATA[Source : Homeless Seniors Age Faster, Die Sooner than Housed Counterparts Who Are Considered Seniors Seniors are typically defined as individuals aged 65 and older, but in the context of homelessness, this often includes those aged 55+ due to accelerated aging and earlier onset of health challenges. This group is increasingly vulnerable because many live on fixed incomes that cannot keep up with rising housing costs, while also facing health issues, social isolation, and limited access to...]]></description><link>https://portal.albertahomelessfoundation.ca/post/seniors-and-homelessness-an-overlooked-issue</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c1a2d436a1fdc193bc1090</guid><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 22:33:34 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2e50dd_c20dcecbb1884a77a5e83347ca53b90c~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_816,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Alberta Homeless Foundation</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Effective Solutions to Homelessness: Moving Beyond Crisis Toward Lasting Change]]></title><description><![CDATA[Transition from Winter Survival  Each winter, communities mobilize to protect people experiencing homelessness from extreme cold. Emergency shelters, warming centres, and outreach efforts are critical and lifesaving, reflecting a shared commitment to compassion during the most dangerous months of the year. These responses matter deeply, and without them, many lives would be at risk.  However, emergency measures are not long-term solutions. Shelters and short-term supports are designed for...]]></description><link>https://portal.albertahomelessfoundation.ca/post/effective-solutions-to-homelessness-moving-beyond-crisis-toward-lasting-change</link><guid isPermaLink="false">696eb235892cb3def491b205</guid><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2026 22:46:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2e50dd_af0fb109073242c3bac539c59602e892~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_612,h_408,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Alberta Homeless Foundation</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Winter in Calgary: Surviving the Cold Without a Home]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Harsh Realities of Calgary Winters Calgary winters routinely push people to their limits. Conditions swing quickly, with temperatures dropping below –20°C and windchill pushing it further below. The city sees frequent cold spells and heavy snowfalls throughout the season, with long distances to walk where sidewalks, transit access points, and outdoor sleeping areas become hazardous. For housed residents, winter can be uncomfortable. For those without a home, it becomes a continuous test...]]></description><link>https://portal.albertahomelessfoundation.ca/post/winter-in-calgary-surviving-the-cold-without-a-home</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69101bf9cfbfd61d9a242022</guid><pubDate>Sun, 09 Nov 2025 04:49:31 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9ea4cd_878a20e42a3c44199eba4d32e2c00f0b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_686,h_369,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Alberta Homeless Foundation</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Many Causes of Homelessness]]></title><description><![CDATA[Introduction Homelessness is often seen as something that happens suddenly, or for a singular reason. However, every individual's...]]></description><link>https://portal.albertahomelessfoundation.ca/post/the-many-causes-of-homelessness</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68e9ed7e15335a80a82e9135</guid><pubDate>Sat, 11 Oct 2025 05:46:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9ea4cd_159b04b789d340bfa5ddf04758b8215a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_960,h_672,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Alberta Homeless Foundation</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is Youth Homelessness?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Introduction Youth homelessness is a growing issue that affects young individuals all across Canada. As defined by the Homeless Hub,...]]></description><link>https://portal.albertahomelessfoundation.ca/post/what-is-youth-homelessness</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68c4fb481b086e7d4ada1061</guid><pubDate>Sat, 13 Sep 2025 05:11:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9ea4cd_4684645853a5463e8c0eb0d2e5ed678b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_612,h_608,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Alberta Homeless Foundation</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Does Homelessness Look Like in Alberta?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Statistics Homelessness is seen in multiple ways and consists of a variety of different stories across Alberta. According to Calgary...]]></description><link>https://portal.albertahomelessfoundation.ca/post/what-does-homelessness-look-like-in-alberta</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68c389aa69f2880b47bb4c98</guid><pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2025 02:51:42 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9ea4cd_2456baad01bb4a51bfc18d1d2a325d97~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_750,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Alberta Homeless Foundation</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is Homelessness?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Introduction A concept often misunderstood due to stereotypes, homelessness is a large societal issue affecting thousands of Canadians on...]]></description><link>https://portal.albertahomelessfoundation.ca/post/what-is-homelessness</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6860b9634cc67cb11b8c485a</guid><pubDate>Sun, 29 Jun 2025 03:57:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9ea4cd_e039313d27d94874b69f37928101a13c~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_667,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Alberta Homeless Foundation</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>