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Did You Know?

According to Health Canada;

A tenth of Canadians report experiencing high anxiety (11%) or high depression (8%), which has remained consistent since summer 2022.
Of those who have accessed mental health support, three in ten (31%) use publicly funded services.
- At the same time, 18% paid through private insurance and 23% through a combination of private insurance and out-of-pocket.
Of those who felt they needed mental health support but didn’t access it, the main reasons are not knowing where to find it (31%), preferring self-management (29%), not getting around to it (28%) and affordability (28%).
Affordability is increasingly the most often cited reason for supports not meeting needs (48%, an increase of 10% since last poll), while one-in-three cite a waitlist (31%).

Dave’s Gift Society’s mission is to raise funds in support of individual’s on-going private therapy. Through our subsidy program, we provide financial assistance to those without sufficient insurance or expendable income to cover the costs of essential private-sector mental health services.

Upcoming Events

Crafting for Community

Join us for Crafting for Community, a vibrant craft fair that brings together local artisans, makers, and community members for a weekend of creativity, connection, and purpose.

📅 Dates: May 2nd & May 3rd
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Location: Unit 106, 3 Kingsview Road SE, Airdrie

This event celebrates the incredible talent of local creators while providing a welcoming space for the community to gather, shop handmade goods, and build meaningful connections. From handcrafted art and unique gifts to delicious treats and creative treasures, there will be something for everyone to enjoy.

More than just a market, Crafting for Community is about strengthening the bonds within our community. Proceeds from the event help raise funds and awareness for Dave’s Gift, supporting our mission to improve mental health in our community and create spaces where people feel connected and supported.

Calling All Vendors

We are currently inviting local artisans, crafters, and small businesses to apply to be part of this exciting event. If you create handmade goods, art, crafts, baked goods, or unique products, we would love to showcase your work.

Vendor spaces are limited, so we encourage interested vendors to apply early to secure a spot. Email us at admin@davesgiftfoundation.ca

Save the Date

Mark your calendars and come support local creators while connecting with friends, neighbours, and community members in a warm and welcoming environment.

Whether you’re looking for one-of-a-kind items, gifts, or simply a great way to spend time in the community, Crafting for Community is an event you won’t want to miss.

Recent Events

January Town Hall/Chili Cook-off: Building Bridges and Sharing Our Story

Our January Town Hall/Chili Cook-off was an inspiring and impactful gathering that brought together community members, local leaders, and supporters of Dave's Gift.

One of the highlights of the event was our annual chili cook-off, which brought some friendly competition, great food, and lots of laughter to the room. We were excited to have our 2025 champion return and be replaced with our 2026 new champion.

Most importantly, the Town Hall provided a meaningful opportunity to share the powerful story behind Dave's Gift Society and to shine a light on the importance of mental health support in our communities.

Peace in the Park

We are proud to be one of the vendors at Thumbs Up Foundation’s 4th annual Peace in the Park outdoor live music event celebrating healers, helpers & heroes. Hosted at Nose Creek Park in Airdrie on September 20th.

We met many wonderful people, and enjoyed a successful raffle!

Annual General Meeting 2025 – Thank You!

We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended our Annual General Meeting on July 16th. The evening was a great success, filled with meaningful conversation, community connection, and a shared vision for the future.

Special thanks to our generous sponsors, Michelle Neustaedter Counselling and Hungry Canadian, for helping make the event possible.

We’re grateful for the continued support of our community and look forward to what’s ahead as we keep building together.

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