The Calgary Drop-In Centre is considering big changes. What should come next?

“They could offer more specialized services for high-risk groups like women, 2SLGBTQ individuals, youth,” said Michelle James.  “It could also help having those services in communities where they're actually living.” She said the plan could be a safer option than large shelters, too. Earlier this year, CBC News spoke with around a dozen unhoused Calgarians about their experiences at the DI and heard from some clients they were concerned about violence, theft and substance abuse at the site.