Elizabeth Fry Society of Calgary

You are not alone


Life creates many challenges for women and their children. At EFry, we are committed to enhancing the dignity and self-worth of women and girls involved with the criminal justice system.

We believe it is important to collaborate with other agencies to help reduce the barriers to employment faced by women and encourage healthy community involvement. EFry provides access to basic resources such as safe housing, food and clothing, as well as education, support and encouragement to increase womens chances of overcoming the challenges they face.

We believe in prevention and rehabilitation to stop the revolving door pattern in the criminal justice system. The healing and empowering environment at EFry helps women build their self-esteem and self-sufficiency, and teaches them the life skills that allow women to make positive choices in their lives.

We believe it is everyone's right to have access to literacy coaching, employment supports and computer training. EFry offers a wide variety of programs and services that provide women with confidential and supportive living and learning environments, monthly workshops, guest speakers, and one-on-one support that point you towards a path of economic, social and personal well-being.