We know that becoming a foster parent is a big decision that will impact your life, your family’s lifestyle, relationships and the life of your child in care. It takes a village to care for a foster child, and it involves both challenges and rewards. Read about the experiences of other foster parents.
At Foster Calgary, we believe it takes a village to raise a child. That’s why we are proud to support children in care, their foster families and the community. Whether it’s learning about what it means to foster a child, what training we offer new foster parents, how a foster parent can connect to a community of other caregivers, or just facts and figures about Foster Calgary, you can find it all below.
In the spirit of respect, reciprocity and truth, we honour and acknowledge Moh’kinsstis and the traditional Treaty 7 territory and oral practices of the Blackfoot confederacy: Siksika, Kainai, Piikani as well as the Îyâxe Nakoda and Tsuut’ina nations. We acknowledge that this territory is home to the Métis Nation of Alberta, Region 3 within the historical Northwest Métis homeland. Finally, we acknowledge all Nations, indigenous and non, who live, work and play and help us steward this land, honour and celebrate this territory.