SUPPORT
You do not have to go through this journey alone. There are hundreds of ostomates & j-pouchers in Calgary, many of whom are a member of COS. Join our community today!
EDUCATION
A new ostomy can be a challenge, but we can help by offering education, advice and tips to make it stick! Learn from medical professionals, Ostomy Nurses and veteran ostomates.
OSTOMY VISITOR PROGRAM
Are you currently in the hospital? Did you recently have ostomy surgery?
We can help.
Contact us today!
What We Offer
The Calgary Ostomy Society (COS) is an affiliated chapter of the Ostomy Canada Society and a non-profit volunteer organization dedicated to all people with an ostomy or j-pouch, and their families, helping them to live life to the fullest through support, education, collaboration, and advocacy.
EVENTS & SUPPORT GROUPS
Calgary Ostomy holds a quarterly meetings, featuring guest speakers, new ostomy products, and more! We offer support meetings such as the Ostomy & J-Pouch Support Group, Young Adults Program & Ostomy Canada Youth Camp. We also participate in the national fundraiser called Step Up For Ostomy. Find an event…
OSTOMY VISITOR PROGRAM
The goal of the Ostomy Visitor Program is to reduce the emotional burden of people who have undergone or will undergo ostomy or j-pouch surgery, so they may return to their former physical, social and economic stutus. Speak to a Certified Ostomy Visitor today! Learn more…
NEWSLETTER & MAGAZINE
Members receive a quarterly newsletter called Simply Ostomy, as well as the bi-annual Ostomy Canada Magazine. You will find articles about ostomy care & education, stories from local ostomates and more!
Our Events
Join the Calgary Ostomy Society at our upcoming events. Our social, support and educational events are an excellent opportunity to meet others with an ostomy or j-pouch living in Calgary.
Ostomy & J-Pouch Virtual Support Group
Join the Calgary Ostomy Society for our upcoming Ostomy & J-Pouch Support Group on March 29, 2023. Surround yourself with people who get it!
Beyond The Limit
with Pat Henman
The Calgary Ostomy Society invites you to join us on April 8 for a dramatic presentation of Beyond the Legal Limit with performer, singer, and ostomate Pat Henman.
55th Anniversary Celebration
It’s Calgary Ostomy’s 55th Anniversary! Celebrate with us on April 16, 2023, for an Afternoon Tea Party with a historical presentation and awards ceremony.
LATEST NEWS
Calgary Ostomy March 2023 E-news
Calgary Ostomy Society will be holding our 55th Anniversary Celebration on April 16. Please check our March E-News for plans, events, and updates.
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Calgary Ostomy February E-News
The Calgary Ostomy Society is turning 55 this month! Please check our February E-News for celebration plans, events, and updates. We are also pleased to announce the COS Young Adults Group is back.
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Calgary Ostomy January News and Events
Happy New Year from the Calgary Ostomy Society! Please check our January 2023 Newsletter for events, news and our Christmas Recap.
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It’s impossible to imagine Calgary Ostomy Society without the support of volunteers who help with programming, administrative tasks, marketing, the Ostomy Visitor program, event coordination, fundraising and more. Join our brave and diverse network of volunteers, driven by values of support and hope!
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