Ostomy? You are not alone!

Since 1968, the Calgary Ostomy Society has been dedicated to helping people with an ostomy or j-pouch. By fostering a community of support, education, and awareness, we have enabled countless individuals to live life to the fullest!
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OUR SERVICES

The Calgary Ostomy Society (COS) is an affiliated chapter of the Ostomy Canada Society. We are a non-profit volunteer organization committed to supporting individuals with an ostomy or j-pouch, helping them to live life to the fullest through education and support. Please click a topic below to learn more about our key services and essential information.

Ostomy Discovery Day ft. Salts

Join us on June 28 for our next Ostomy Discovery Day, featuring guest speaker Chris Nord with Westech Health Care, the Canadian Salts distributor.

Ostomy Visitor Program

Connect with a Certified Ostomy Visitor for personalized support for your ostomy or j-pouch. Patient and self-referral is available.

Ostomy & J-Pouch Support Group

Join our active support group, which meets via Zoom on the last Tuesday of every month. You’ll receive support, resources, and tips for your ostomy.

Become A Member

Join us for support, education, connection, and advocacy. For just $30 per year, you’ll be part of a community helping people with ostomies thrive with confidence.

Financial Resources

Learn about Alberta Aids to Daily Living, a provincial cost-share program that covers ostomy supplies, as well as federal programs including the Disability Tax Credit.

Donate Ostomy Supplies

We partner with Friends of Ostomates Worldwide to help needy people in developing countries. Donations can be dropped off at CB Medical.

Ostomy Care & Lifestyle Tips

Visit the national Ostomy Canada Society website for new blog posts, webinars, information, and education on living life to the fullest with your ostomy.

Find An NSWOC (Ostomy Nurse)

Get professional assistance and advice for your ostomy with a Nurse Specializing in Wound, Ostomy, and Continence (NSWOC) at Calgary Ostomy Clinics.

Calgary Ostomy Events

We meet on the last Tuesday every month for our Support Group, the second Saturday every month for the Osto-Meet social gathering, and monthly for our Ostomy Discovery Day, a hybrid, educational event.

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