The Impacts of the Overturning of Roe v. Wade on Individuals Experiencing Poverty

By Mariska Konnik   On June 24th, 2022, the United States Supreme Court ruled to overturn the Roe v. Wade decision that provided constitutional access to abortion across America for nearly 50 years. This landmark decision will limit the access to abortion...
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Roe v. Wade: Implications and Impact for Abortion Access in a Canadian and Albertan Context

Many of us have been reeling with the seriousness from the United States Supreme Court’s overruling of Roe vs Wade, a ruling that has been in place since 1973, that is just shy of 50 years. Let that sink in. The ruling that has made it possible for countless people to...
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Community Matters: June 2022

Note: This is excerpted from the July 2022 edition of our Community Matters publication.  Welcome to the second issue of our new quarterly publication, Community Matters. As with our inaugural issue in March 2022, Community Matters aims to inform the community about...
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June 27th is the 51st Anniversary of Canadian Multiculturalism Day

By Jayme Wong Monday, June 27th, 2022 is Canadian Multiculturalism Day. Since 2002, this day marks and celebrates the contributions to Canadian society by individuals of various backgrounds and their diversity [1]. Placed between National Indigenous Peoples Day on...
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Expanding Alberta’s Economy, Workforce and Global Advantage Through Student and Community Success

This report reviews the Alberta 2030 Economic Plan and the educational curriculums and systemic changes taking place in Alberta to progress the provincial agenda. The discussion follows a methodical and logical approach where connections and differences between the...
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Audited Financial Statements

Please click on the year to access our previous Audited Financial Statements 2020 Audited Financial Statement 2019 Audited Financial Statement 2018 Audited Financial Statement 2017 Audited Financial Statement 2016 Audited Financial Statement 2015 Audited Financial...
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The Edmonton Social Planning Council is an independent, non-profit, non-partisan social research organization, with registered charitable status. Our focus is social research, particularly in the areas of low income and poverty. ESPC is a source of knowledge and expertise on social issues within our community.

ESPC focus centers on topics related to low-income and poverty. Our work includes undertaking research into the nature and magnitude of social issues in our community; public awareness and understanding of current social issues; being an independent voice in the community; encouraging public participation in the development of social policies, and the implementation of programs.

The strength of our voice and our role in the community is based on the support of people and organizations concerned about social issues. ESPC conducts research and analyzes data, produces reports, provides recommendations, is a depository of information, provides public education, conducts focus groups, does presentations, and works collaboratively with other social agencies.

We are dedicated to encouraging the adoption of equitable social policy, supporting the work of other organizations who are striving to improve the lives of Edmontonians, and educating the public regarding the social issues that impact them daily

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Edmonton Social Planning Council @edmontonspc

9 hours ago

"This event is likely to substantially shift the landscape regarding reproductive rights, causing a significant impact on women, girls/youths, trans, non-binary, and gender-expansive individuals, especially those experiencing poverty."

Read the blog here: https://t.co/F8wOvtx61W https://t.co/eM3SCEUB5X
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Edmonton Social Planning Council @edmontonspc

1 day ago

"Is abortion legal in Canada? Yes. Does that mean abortion is easily accessed? No. "

Read the blog post here: https://t.co/1zmqv27F4u

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Edmonton Social Planning Council @edmontonspc

2 days ago

Our summer edition of Community Matters has been released!
We hope to play a part in shifting this mindset and amplifying the voices of those who felt very much unsafe, excluded, or isolated in their own communities for quite some time.
Read it here: https://t.co/9glolW2bEx https://t.co/PXiZwDvgFr
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Edmonton Social Planning Council @edmontonspc

6 days ago

Our casino is just a few weeks away and we are still looking to fill 3 spots for our casino!

Holding a casino is a significant fundraiser with the proceeds going towards the most important expenses of our organization.

Sign up here to volunteer: https://t.co/ylFEhlWMMg https://t.co/rpetIWGVhW
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Edmonton Social Planning Council @edmontonspc

8 days ago

Want to learn more about Canadian Multiculturalism Day?

Check out this volunteer blog post from yesterday: https://t.co/IkD3nkr3DR

#canadianmulticulturalismday #yeg https://t.co/7fkV4K9sNN
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Edmonton Social Planning Council @edmontonspc

8 days ago

Are you a current volunteer with Edmonton Social Planning Council? Or have you thought about being a volunteer and would like to learn more about what we do?

Register here: https://t.co/FENonHROjT

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A. Demographics | BA: Income and Income Gaps | BB. Poverty | BC. Cost of Living | BD. Government Transfers | C. Employment and Labour | D. Education and Literacy | E. Built Environment | F. Social Inclusion | G. Health and Health Services

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2021 Annual Report

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COVID-19 and the Islamic Community in Edmonton

Managing Mental Health for Frontline Staff

COVID-19 and the Islamic Community in Edmonton

Low Literacy - A Foundational Issue in our Society

COVID-19 and the Islamic Community in Edmonton

COVID-19 and the Islamic Community in Edmonton

Advocating for Inclusive Youth Services, Understanding YEG Youth Access Guidelines

Advocating for Inclusive Youth Services, Understanding YEG Youth Access Guidelines

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