As a recipient of a 2026 CREB^® REALTOR^® Community Foundation Community Grant, the Society for Autism Support and Services (SASS) is helping create safer, more functional spaces for children and youth in its care.

Thanks to the generosity of CREB^® REALTORS^®, the Foundation's funding will support renovations to three bathrooms at SASS's Out-of-Home Living program facility, helping meet the specialized needs of the children and youth who rely on its services.

Now, SASS is inviting Calgarians to come together for Building a Caring Calgary Across the Spectrum, an evening of conversation, connection and community on Thursday, Nov. 5.

The event will bring together community leaders and advocates to explore the experiences and needs of autistic individuals and their families, and how Calgarians can contribute to a more inclusive and supportive community.

The evening's panel will feature:

• Mayor Jeromy Farkas, City of Calgary
• Dr. Kimberley Ward, Executive Director, SASS
• Cheryl Hamelin, community advocate and mother of an autistic child
• Deb Yedlin, President and CEO, Calgary Chamber of Commerce (moderator)

Guests will enjoy hors d'oeuvres, inspiring stories and an engaging panel discussion.

Event details:

• Date: Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026
• Time: 5:30–8 p.m.
• Location: Calgary Marriott Downtown Hotel, 110 9 Avenue S.E.
• Tickets: $125, including a $62.50 charitable tax receipt

Interested in attending? Visit SASS's website to learn more and purchase tickets.