Edmonton is a city shaped by people from around the world, and Action Dash is a chance to celebrate that diversity together. On June 27, 2026, Action for Healthy Communities (AHC) is hosting a charity run. Taking place in Edmonton at the newly renovated William Hawrelak Park, Action Dash is an annual fun, community-focused charity…
Join us on June 17 for our 31st Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Open House. Have your voice heard, learn about our community impact over the past year, connect with our team, and explore our programs. Come be part of our community and help shape what comes next! 📍 #100, 10578 113 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5H…
The Community Helpers Program (CHP) is a FREE interactive program for youth and young adults (18–29) who are natural leaders or want to become one. Through the program, you’ll learn to support peers, promote mental wellness, and connect with community. For more information, contact Kevwe Dabor by phone at (587) 341-9875 or kevwe.dabor@a4hc.ca.
Youth Talk is a safe space where youth newcomers from the ages of 15–20 can practice their English skills. Learn English skills and discover more about Canadian Culture all by chatting with new friends! Snacks are provided! 📍 Where and When📚 Mondays: 5:00 – 6:30 PM at Clareview Public Library💻 Wednesdays: 5:00 – 6:30 PM…
This coming summer is the perfect time to learn what to expect before your first driving lessons! This FREE 5-session workshop will help you understand what to expect before getting behind the wheel for formal instruction. We’ll walk through the key basics you’ll build on as a new driver, and share practical tips to help…
Since early 2025, Action for Healthy Communities (AHC) has been delivering settlement services in Parkland County, supporting newcomers living in Stony Plain, Spruce Grove, and rural Parkland County. This Tri-Regions area west of Edmonton continues to experience steady population growth, increasing demand for accessible newcomer settlement supports and youth services. AHC’s Small Centres team has…
Harper shown on left. Sometimes the most meaningful learning in community work doesn’t happen in a classroom—it happens in the moments between conversations, cultures, and connection. Action for Healthy Communities (AHC) provides practicum students with the opportunity to learn in a diverse, community-based environment, where support for newcomers and families is delivered alongside real-world learning…
Food carries memory, identity, and connection across generations. For the Burkinabé community in Edmonton, preparing familiar dishes is a way to reconnect with culture, share stories, and strengthen community ties. These shared experiences, identified through ongoing community dialogue, shaped the development of an intergenerational workshop where food became the central way of bringing people together.…