Carstairs residents will have direct access to federal services when a free drop-in clinic comes to town on July 9, 2026. The event will bring staff from Service Canada and the Canada Revenue Agency to the community, so locals don’t have to travel to Calgary or Olds for in-person help.
The clinic is an outreach effort by the Town of Carstairs and is part of Service Canada’s Community Outreach and Liaison Service. This program visits places like Carstairs, which has no permanent Service Canada office. The nearest full centre is in Calgary, and the closest scheduled outreach site is in Olds, about 30 kilometres away.
Staff can answer questions about a range of federal programs. Service Canada topics include Social Insurance Numbers, the Canadian Dental Care Plan, Employment Insurance, Canada Pension Plan, and Old Age Security. CRA officers will explain tax credits and benefits like the Canada Child Benefit, GST/HST credit, Canada Workers Benefit, and disability-related credits.
The Town of Carstairs recommends checking its website for the exact location and hours of the July 9 clinic. The local Family and Community Support Services office, which already runs a free tax-help program for low-income residents, is helping coordinate the event. Residents can call 403.940.3327 or email [email protected] for more information.
