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The Frontline Invitational – Sylvan Lake Golf and Country Club

The Frontline Invitational - Sylvan Lake Golf and Country Club The 1st Annual Frontline Invitational was created with one goal in mind: to rally behind those who spend their careers running toward crisis while carrying the unseen weight of trauma, loss, and stress....

Camp Lombo – A FREE Summer Camp for First Responder Kids! 

Introducing Camp Lombo – A FREE Summer Camp for First Responder Kids! Legacy Place Society is thrilled to partner with the Calgary Flames and our very own Ryan Lomberg for an unforgettable summer experience: Camp Lombo — a 3-day camp created just for the children of...

2025 First Watch Rodeo

First Watch Rodeo: Alberta’s First Responders Take the Arena for a Cause Date: July 12, 2025Location: St.Albert Rodeo GroundsWebsite: https://firstwatchrodeo.ca Grab your boots and bring the whole family—the First Watch Rodeo is back, and it’s more than just a wild...

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Police Officer Story

Police Officer Story

My Story as a Police Officer Flashing lights, burning buildings, and "Police Line Do Not Cross" tape—these are the realities of a police officer’s life. In the midst of crisis, our job is to respond when people are at their most vulnerable. While some may call us...

Matthew Says Thank-You

Matthew Says Thank-You

Matthew Barber's Journey: From Struggles to Healing My name is Matthew Barber. I'm 28 years old, a husband, and a father of two. I was also known as Master Corporal Barber. Deployment and Struggles with PTSD In 2010, I deployed to Afghanistan with the Canadian Forces...

Lisa Says Thank-You

Lisa Says Thank-You

Lisa’s Experience at Legacy Place Calgary Lisa shares her heartfelt experience during her brief stay at Legacy Place Calgary, where she found a safe, welcoming environment while supporting her husband’s therapy journey. From the moment she arrived, the house felt warm...

Rural Firefighter’s Journey

Rural Firefighter’s Journey

A Rural Firefighter’s Journey with Trauma and Resilience The Question I Always Get After a Shift As a rural fire department paramedic, I often get asked the same question after finishing a long shift: “Did you have a bad night?” My wife, Michelle, is the one who asks....

Family Camp 2020 – 17th Annual

Family Camp 2020 – 17th Annual

Legacy Place Society Family Camp 2020 Registration Now Open! May 15-18, 2020 – Join Us for an Unforgettable Family Experience Registration is now open for the Legacy Place Society Family Camp! Don't miss out on creating lasting memories, re-energizing as individuals...

Friend or an acquaintance?

Friend or an acquaintance?

Will You Be a Friend? Or Just an Acquaintance? This is a plea for all of us to be more compassionate about a specific issue—suicide. A plea to accept some discomfort on our part to support someone who desperately needs it. You may already feel uncomfortable just...

AGM Legacy Place Society December 2, 2019

Join us for Legacy Place Society’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) on December 2, 2019! We are excited to gather with supporters, partners, and community members. It’s a chance to reflect on the past year, share accomplishments, and discuss our future plans. The AGM will...