5th Annual Building Inclusive Communities Forum: Sustaining Impact and Scaling Inclusive Change
Join us for the 5th Annual Building Inclusive Communities Forum, hosted by Action for Healthy Communities. This annual event brings together grassroots organizations, community leaders, government representatives, and sector partners to celebrate achievements, strengthen partnerships, and advance inclusive community development across the greater Edmonton area.
This year’s theme, Sustaining Impact and Scaling Inclusive Change, builds on the momentum of 2025’s Impact of Collective Actions. The forum will highlight successful grassroots initiatives, explore strategies for long-term sustainability, and promote collaboration to expand inclusive practices and create lasting community impact.
*This event is invite only
Event Objective
Grounded in a commitment to capacity-building, inclusive leadership, and collective impact, the event aims to:
- Sustain Community Impact
- Scale Inclusive Practices
- Strengthen Collaborative Networks
- Promote Learning and Innovation
- Advance a Shared Vision
Collective Action Forum Participants
The event will bring together approximately 150+ participants, including:
- Around 40+ grassroots community organizations
- Representatives from the community development sector
- Municipal, provincial, and federal government representatives
- Community leaders and stakeholders committed to advancing inclusion and community well-being
All participants share a common goal of transforming community impact into sustainable and scalable change.
Program Highlights
- Connect with grassroots organizations and community leaders
- Learn from successful community initiatives
- Build meaningful partnerships and networks
- Share innovative ideas and best practices
- Explore strategies to sustain and scale impact
- Gain practical tools for community development
- Leave inspired to advance inclusion and lasting change
What to Expect in the Forum
Participants will engage in a dynamic and collaborative environment where:
- Grassroots organizations showcase initiatives that have created lasting community impact
- Community leaders strengthen partnerships and collaborative networks
- Attendees explore strategies to replicate and scale successful inclusive models
- Stakeholders exchange knowledge and innovative approaches to community development
Event Information
Date: Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Location: Chateau Louis
11727 Kingsway NW
Edmonton, AB T5G 3A1
Parking: Free parking is available at the venue.
Refreshments: Coffee and tea will be provided throughout the event, along with a light lunch.
Participation is by invitation only.Thank you for your dedication to our shared vision of an inclusive community.
Featured Community Initiatives
Coming soon.
