The UCalgary Recovery Community (UCRC) is an inclusive, peer-driven space supporting addiction recovery, building community, and reducing stigma on campus.
All recovery pathways and identities are welcome! Guided by the Campus Mental Health Strategy, the UCRC operates at the intersection of addiction prevention and recovery. Activities include ally training, peer-support, social events, and anti-stigma initiatives.
romanticize the small things… like Cole does!
Jk we forced him to do this for socials— such a good sport though 🥹
That ✨proudly in recovery ✨ feeling 💁♀️
Amrit said “you’ll find out…” and we found out she’s just really really lovely and great at her job ☺️
Want to learn more about us?! Come stop by for a tour anytime Monday-Friday between 8:30am-4:30pm or check out our website link in bio!
pov: you found your people at the UCRC ☺️
To all our graduates— we’re so proud of you… and proud to have been part of your story 💛
Pause for a sec and acknowledge how far you’ve come.
We’ll always be here cheering you on. Congrats!! 🥳
02/02/2026
We are so excited to be collaborating with to bring you our Eating Disorder Awareness Week Coffee Cart tomorrow from from 11:00am-1:00pm.
See you all there at the ICT/Earth Sciences Intersection!
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When people ask what we do at the UCRC, the short answer is: a lot.
The real answer? We create spaces where individuals can feel seen, supported and connected through peer support, substance-free events, training programs, leadership opportunities, and so much more.
12/15/2025
Happy holiday season! 🤩
The UCRC will be closed from Dec. 22 to Jan. 4 and will be reopening on Jan. 5, 2025!
Check out our story highlights and website for resources surrounding addiction and recovery for the holiday season.
We wish you a restful break and shall see you in the new year 🗓️
11/04/2025
We’ve heard your feedback and we’re expanding access to our staff-focused peer support meetings ✨
Starting this week, both Staff 12-Step and Staff Chats will be available in a hybrid format for staff and faculty at all the publicly-funded post-secondary institutions in Alberta. You can join us in person or virtually, whichever works best for you.
📅 Staff 12-Step - Tuesdays, 5:00–6:00 pm
📅 Staff Chats - Wednesdays, 3:00–4:00 pm
These meetings are confidential spaces for UCalgary staff and faculty to connect, share, and support one another 💙 You can scan the QR code of find the links in the Linktree in our bio!
10/22/2025
🎃 Spooky season is here 🎃
Join us for the UCalgary Recovery Community’s Halloween Party — a night of treats, games, and fun (no tricks, we promise 👻)!
✨ Come dressed to impress for our Costume Contest — prizes up for grabs for the most creative looks! ✨
Whether you go all out or keep it simple, everyone’s welcome. Let’s celebrate connection, creativity, and recovery-friendly fun this Halloween! 🕸️💙
