Every child deserves to be safe.
Edmonton's first and only crisis prevention shelter.
COVID-19 Update
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues so does Kids Kottage Foundation. For over 25 years we continue to serve Edmonton and area’s most vulnerable infants and children.
Our dedicated staff are experts in trauma-informed care and protecting our most precious resource our community’s children and their caregivers. We are taking every necessary precaution and action to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of our infants, children, their caregivers and our staff.
The Kottage remains open to all in need. If you or someone you know is in need, please call our 24/7, 365 days a year crisis line at
780-944-2888.
Our administration office will be open by appointment open. In non-emergency situations, you can call us at (780) 448-1752 to book your appointment.
We are grateful for the continued support from our community, funders, and donors.
Who are we?
Kids Kottage is a crisis prevention and early intervention service that keeps infants and children safe, and families strong. When a family is under toxic levels of stress whether it be from job loss, homelessness, the effects of poverty, mental or physical health issues, abuse, or whatever the case -so are the children- they are the hidden victims. We are here to help.
Jessica's Story
Jessica is the reason we do what we do. Since opening our doors, 25 years ago, it is stories like Jessica’s that perfectly exemplify the heart and the purpose behind Kids Kottage - keeping infants and children safe. Hear how Kids Kottage impacted her life from when she came to stay with us as a child.
We all need help from time to time
The Kottage helps the whole family, and fills the gaps in a family’s support system. We care for infants and children for up to 72 hours by providing a nurturing environment for them to be physically and emotionally safe, while the adults are connected to the resources they need to strengthen their parenting capacity and prevent the family from falling further into crisis. With Kids Kottage’s help, families can build a stronger, more resilient future.
FundraisingDo you have an exciting idea for a fundraiser? Let us help! |
DonateHelp us by allowing Kids Kottage to open it's doors to children & parents in need. |
VolunteerWe are always in need of people looking to make a difference in their community. |
Our Programs
We help parents develop a plan to cope with their current crisis. Less than 3% of parents and children who participate in the Kids Kottage program need government child protection intervention.
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Throughout December we host our annual Radiothon; our only fundraiser of the year. Without the support of our generous community, Kids Kottage wouldn't exist. Please consider donating today.
November is Family Violence Prevention Month in Alberta, and we are sharing resources so that you know where to turn.
November 20th, is National Child Day, and we are celebrating. We received messages from Ministers, Mayor Amarjeet Sohi, and other influential leaders within the community sharing with us what this day means to them. Watch the video!
In light of Edmonton's upcoming Mayoral election, Kids Kottage Foundation Executive Director Janine Fraser was given the opportunity to interview seven of the mayoral candidates to discuss important issues in our city.
In light of Edmonton's upcoming Mayoral election, Kids Kottage Foundation Executive Director Janine Fraser was given the opportunity to interview seven of the mayoral candidates to discuss important issues in our city.
Our third episode of KottageVision is an extra special one as Executive Director Janine Fraser had the opportunity to sit down with Alberta's newly appointed Lieutenant Governor, the Honourable Salma Lakhani.
In this episode of KottageVision, Janine Fraser welcomes Bev Esslinger, an Edmonton City Councillor, to discuss the importance of working together to create a safe future for our city's infants, children, and families.
We had the opportunity to sit down with a special lady who came to the Kottage as a child and hear about her experience and the impact Kids Kottage has had on her life.
Mammoet has been faithfully supporting Kids Kottage for several years now, and we truly would not be able to do what we do without the support of companies like Mammoet.
While we celebrate 25 years of serving Edmonton's most vulnerable, we want to take the time to recognize those who have played a vital role in getting us to where we are now. Meet Bishnu.
In 2018, Inter Pipeline made the generous decision to sponsor our Community Transition Program, and they have been loyal supporters ever since.
We had the opportunity to sit down with a special lady who came to the Kottage as a child and hear about her experience and the impact Kids Kottage has had on her life.
Janine Fraser and Allen Benson discuss the safety and well being of Indigenous infants, children and families, the vital role worldview plays in the lives of Indigenous peoples and how our community can continue to work toward a place of inclusivity.
