Frequently Asked Questions

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Gianna Centre

Do you offer pregnancy tests?

The Gianna Centre offers free and confidential tests. Our tests can detect pregnancy 10 to 14 days after conception and are 99% accurate. You will also have the chance to meet with a trained peer counsellor to talk through your options and next steps.

What is a crisis pregnancy?

A pregnancy can become a crisis when it is complicated by things like school or career pressures, family tension, broken relationships, financial needs, or health concerns.

Do you do ultrasounds?

Yes! Non-diagnostic ultrasounds are one of the services we offer. See our full list of services, or contact us to book.

How can you help me?

We offer free pregnancy tests, information about your options, referrals to doctors, housing and financial support programs, counselling, material support (maternity and baby items), and educational classes for expecting and new parents. Reach out and let us know what you need.

I had an abortion and need support recovering. Where can I find resources?

If you have had an abortion and would like to talk with someone about it, we have a number of free resources available. Please contact us for a full list of confidential, non-judgmental healing resources or book an appointment with Mercy Counselling.

The Market

Who runs the Market?

The Market is run collaboratively with Gianna Centre clients (moms), volunteers, and staff.

Do the proceeds go to the mothers?

All profits go 100% to our clients who participate in running the Market. This initiative provides a supplemental income to those who work in the social enterprise initiative.

When do you offer pick up?

We offer pick up at the Gianna Centre Monday to Friday from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM.

Please do not come to pick up your order until an email confirmation that your order is ready has been sent to you.

Do you offer shipping?

Yes! We do offer shipping. Please see details in item product description.

Where are the food items made?

All food items are made in our commercially approved kitchen at the Gianna Centre. All who work in the kitchen are certified in AHS Food Safety Handling.

How is my payment information stored and processed?

Our website is run by Square. Your payment information is securely processed through Square Payments. The Market at Gianna does not have access to customer payment information. To read more, click here.

Can we expect the outdoor public Market again this summer?

Yes! The public Market will be back outdoors again in the summer. Market season runs from mid-May to mid-September on Thursdays from 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Please send an email to gianna.centre@cssalberta.ca to be added to our market update list and find out when this season opens!

I need support with my order, how can I contact The Market at Gianna?

We are happy to help you with your order! Kindly contact us via email. If you prefer to speak with one of our market team members on the phone, you are welcome to call 780-482-5111 or request a call back here.

“Raising a child takes a village and the Gianna Centre & the Market at Gianna have been a great support for me and many others that don’t have family and they are always there whenever or however I need” – Sam, Vendor & Mom