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Losing your home in the middle of winter is a desperate situation. But going to a shelter isn't a simple solution for Calgarians experiencing homeless who have pets.

The extreme cold in Calgary has many of the citys most vulnerable seeking warmth and shelter.

Homeless shelters are near capacity but open their doors to all when temperatures become unbearable

Homeless shelters are near capacity but open their doors to all when temperatures become unbearable

The twinkling of festive lights in reds, greens and golds in Alberta's two major city centres is little comfort for thousands of unhoused people trying to survive another winter cold spell.

The volunteer group has collected more than 400 Christmas gift bags consisting of personal hygiene products, warm clothes, food, and water for those sleeping rough outdoors.

The twinkling of festive lights in reds, greens and golds in Alberta's two major city centres is little comfor...

The twinkling of festive lights in reds, greens and golds in Alberta's two major city centres is little comfort for thousands of unhoused people trying to survive another winter cold spell.

The twinkling of festive lights in reds, greens and golds in Alberta's two major city centres is little comfort for thousands of unhoused people trying to survive another winter cold spell.

The twinkling of festive lights in reds, greens and golds in Alberta's two major city centres is little comfort for thousands of unhoused people trying to survive another winter cold spell.