% that Agree or Strongly Agree
“Some of the most dynamic, intelligent, perceptive, and funny people I have ever met are clients of CJHS.”
“It feels like such a privilege to be part of someone's life and for them to trust us when they are vulnerable. Working with our clients teaches me to be humble, generous, empathetic and understanding.”
“I really enjoy working with the individuals we support. They are so genuine and have so much potential to do great things.”
“I think we develop a unique relationship with the people we support. So many have never been heard or had the opportunity to be seen in a positive light. Many of my clients have come to Canada for a better life and despite the mistakes they've made still believe it can be positive.”
78%
21%
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Age
Count
48.2%
51.8%
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The Circle of Courage, a youth development model based on belonging, mastery, independence, and generosity, merges Indigenous child-rearing methods with modern youth research. Developed by Martin Brokenleg and Larry Brendtro, and outlined in their 1990 book “Reclaiming Youth at Risk”, it gained international use. At the Calgary John Howard Society, the principles of the model have been adopted and adapted to assess and track progress towards goals and aspirations for all of our clients.
Client Reported Circle of Courage Progress
Results for 2023-2024
76%
73%
71%
67%
