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Our Immigration & Settlement Service hosted its annual Housing Event, bringing together landlords, newcomers, and community partners to discuss safe and successful renting.​

This year’s event focused on housing and fire safety, helping newcomers better understand rental responsibilities and safe living practices in Canada. We were also grateful to have Edmonton Fire Rescue Services on site, engaging families and children with their fire truck and sharing fire safety information with attendees.​

Participants also heard from Naveed Hakimi, who shared his experience of surviving an apartment fire after rebuilding his life in Canada as a refugee from Afghanistan.​

A statement from the office of the CEO. 

Issued on June 9, 2026.

Safe House marked its 40th year on April 14, 2026, a milestone that reflects both its evolution and its enduring core of serving vulnerable youth in Edmonton. 

Our annual day of philanthropy presents an incredible opportunity to make a difference! 
For our CSS “Giving Hope Tuesday” you can have your donation matched 100% dollar-for-dollar, up to a cumulative total of $125,000. 
BY DONATING TODAY, YOU CAN DOUBLE YOUR IMPACT!

Sign of Hope, the charitable fundraising arm of CSS, provides funding for multiple programs each year, many of which are solely funded through donations. From September 30 to December 31, 2025, CSS runs its annual Sign of Hope fundraising campaign. Our goal is to raise $3 million to help meet the needs of vulnerable Albertans.