What is the Hub?
The Hub is an inclusive gathering space which nurtures healthy connections, allows relationships to flourish, and makes the community a better place.
The Importance of Community.
The HUB at Knox is dedicated to fostering community connections through active engagement with our neighbours. We partner with community members, groups, businesses and other organizations to host activities and events which help reduce isolation, promote health & wellness, and contribute to the enrichment of our neighbourhood.
Weekly Events
Gentle Yoga
Thursdays: 9:30 am-10:30 am
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Led by a certified yoga instructor. ALL experience levels are welcome. Drop-in fee = $7
Cafe at Knox
Thursdays: 10:30 am-Noon
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Complimentary coffee, tea and refreshments with occasional live music for patrons to enjoy free of charge!
Monthly Events
Red Carpet
Immigrant Woman Support Group
Calgary Immigrant Woman's Association (CIWA) & Knox Presbyterian Church have partnered together to offer counselling services and social activities for immigrant senior women aged 50 and above.
Play Group
Thursdays: 10:45 am-Noon
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Free drop-in play group with a large hall and lots of toys for the little one(s) to enjoy!
Volunteer Sandwich Making
Thursdays: Noon- 1 pm
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Volunteers work together to make sandwiches for the Avenue 15th Youth Shelter.
Rughooking, Knitting & More
Thursdays: 1:30 pm-3:30 pm
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Free group for anyone to come and work on their crafting projects of choice.
Did You Know?
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1 in 3 Calgarians feel like they do not belong in their community. 1
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40% of Calgarians feel they do not know their neighbours well enough to seek help. 2
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1 in 5 Canadians experiences loneliness or social isolation. 3
Loneliness is associated with increased rates of depression, anxiety and irritability, as well as health issues including higher blood pressure, heart disease, and obesity. 4
Space to gather within a community is essential for:
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Poverty reduction.
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Addressing social, health and economic challenges.
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Providing support in times of stress, crisis or change.
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Increasing inclusion and giving people a place to make friends and be a part of their community. 5
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1. United Way of Calgary and Area (2019). https://calgaryunitedway.org/impact/communities/
2. Calgary Foundation (2016). Vital Signs. https://calgaryfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2016-CALGARYS-VITAL-SIGNS.pdf
3. The Globe and Mail (2018). U.K. loneliness minister appointment highlights need for Canadian action: experts
4. CBC (2019). https://www.cbc.ca/news/health/national-dealing-with-loneliness-1.4828017
5. Enough For All 2.0 (2019). Leveraging Our Communities’ Leadership to Tackle Poverty in Calgary
