June 18, 2018
She Continues To Move On Up In The 1010 Centre
Jessica is an all-star resident! Back in March, she was interviewed by the Calgary Herald newspaper and we got…
March 30, 2018
Residents Choose Vulnerable Children for Special Surprise Gift
Every Sunday in the 1010 Tower, residents meet for Chaplain David’s Spiritual Care program where they come together to offer…
October 12, 2017
Resident Andrew Says His Help Comes Through Many Hands
So often we hear about stories of how one life touches many. But here’s a story about how many lives…
September 28, 2017
It’s a Love Story
Diane, former 1010 Resident, is just back from an Alaskan cruise where she married Bradley, a gentle and kind man…
September 15, 2017
From a Broken Dream to a New Purpose
Elaine was born in Montreal and lived a conventional life working as a deli clerk, pursuing her passion to become…
June 26, 2017
From a Lifetime of Abuse, to a Safe Home at Last
You’ll find Diane most mornings and evenings knitting or crocheting in the modern lobby of the 1010 Centre – a…
April 12, 2017
Finding Hope in a Place Called Home – Ed’s Story
At 56, Ed was experiencing homelessness for the first time. He rode the C-Train until it stopped, then spent nights…
March 2, 2017
Volunteers Make Family Day Special for 1010 Centre Residents
Many 1010 Centre residents know how it feels to be in need of a hot meal and a place to…
December 23, 2016
Reclaiming Life and Giving Back
When Colin moved into the 1010 Centre in October 2015, he had done a lot of research about what he…
July 28, 2016
Makeover Day Brings Joy to 1010 Centre Women
I am very thrilled to share with you about an event that I had the opportunity to take part in…
June 17, 2016
Building Community in the Kitchen
Life is marked by relationships, and to Karen, one of our beloved volunteers who runs the Collaborative Kitchen at the…
January 29, 2016
The Importance of Having a Safe Home
Kim lived on the streets for over a year and a half. She struggles with addictions and mental illness, but…
January 25, 2016
Donors Make Safe and Affordable Housing Possible
Darren moved into The Mustard Seed’s 1010 Centre in May 2014. He has struggled with addiction most of his life,…
January 18, 2016
Hope Grows at The Mustard Seed’s 1010 Centre
When Michael moved into the 1010 Centre a year and half ago he says he felt “immediate warmth” from the…
July 22, 2015
Building Community at The Mustard Seed
We talk a lot about building community at The Mustard Seed, but what does that mean? For many residents in…
July 22, 2015
Homeless Man Inspires Yoga Teacher to Volunteer at The Mustard Seed
Every Friday, Suzanne leads a small group of residents in an hour-long yoga class at The Mustard Seed’s 1010 Centre.…
July 11, 2015
Residents at The Mustard Seed Unwind by Knitting
Once a week, a group of women and men who live in The Mustard Seed’s permanent supportive housing units meet…