Joyce Asiimwe Kananga

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Joyce Asiimwe Kananga, beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend. Joyce passed away peacefully on June 4, 2026, in Calgary, Alberta, at the age of 46, following a courageous battle with cancer.

Born and raised in Uganda, Joyce was a woman of deep faith, compassion, and resilience. Her journey brought her to Canada, where she devoted her life to serving others and helping vulnerable individuals and families find hope, stability, and opportunity.

Together with her husband, Edward N. Kananga. Joyce helped build CSU RAPID REHOUSING & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES, a Calgary initiative dedicated to assisting people experiencing homelessness, unemployment, and housing insecurity. She believed in the dignity and worth of every person and worked tirelessly to uplift those in need.

Joyce is lovingly remembered by her husband, Edward; her children, Nazario, Hillary, and Agape; her parents; her extended family; her church family; and many friends whose lives were touched by her kindness and generosity.

Funeral Services

Viewing Friday, June 26, 2026 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Funeral Service 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Celebration of Life Reception 12:15 PM – 2:00 PM

Location The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Martindale Chapel 95 Martindale Drive NE Calgary, Alberta

Graveside Service 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM Rocky View Garden of Peace Cemetery 243208 Garden Road NE Calgary, Alberta (Optional Attendance)

In Lieu of Flowers

In accordance with Joyce's wishes, the family kindly requests that no flowers be sent. Instead, those who wish to honor her memory may consider supporting the following causes:

Family Reunification Fund; To help Joyce's parents and three children travel to Canada and find closure with their family.
Travel Cost: $15,000
Contributions: uuaeducation@gmail.com

The Joyce Asiimwe Kananga Memorial Fund, which will continue her legacy of helping vulnerable individuals and families secure housing, employment, and opportunities for self-reliance. The fund will support the ongoing work of CSU RAPID REHOUSING & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES, a nonprofit housing and employment initiative that Joyce helped build in Calgary.Costs for the Year 2026-2027: $29,000Donations: askcsuedu@gmail.com

Joyce lived by the Savior's teaching:

"Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me." — Matthew 25:40

The family expresses heartfelt gratitude to the healthcare professionals, friends, church members, and community supporters who cared for and supported Joyce throughout her illness.

Joyce's legacy of faith, compassion, and service will continue to bless lives for generations to come.

Thank you for helping us honor her life, faith, and legacy.

— The Kananga Family

Forever loved. Forever remembered.