On June 25th, 2025, Action for Healthy Communities celebrated its 30th anniversary. This milestone event was a heartfelt tribute to all the contributors, communities, clients, volunteers, and dedicated staff members who have passionately supported our mission to foster healthier communities across Alberta over the past three decades. Despite the looming weather, over 400 enthusiastic attendees…
The 4th Annual Building Inclusive Communities Forum: A Common Vision 2025 Register Here2025/10/08 10:00:00 4th Annual Building Inclusive Communities Forum: A Common Vision Welcome to the 4th Annual Building Inclusive Communities event, proudly hosted by the Action for Healthy Communities Society of Alberta. This annual gathering brings together grassroots community organizations, government representatives, and sector…
Over the May long weekend (May 17–18, 2025), the Himalaya Rocky Sports Club (HRSC) hosted the highly anticipated Ai Gurung Memorial Gorkha Cup 2025, drawing more than 700 players and spectators from across Canada. Supported by the AHC Seed Grant 2025, the event was more than a soccer tournament—it was a powerful showcase of women’s…
On May 22nd, the AHC Soccer Program proudly hosted a friendly but competitive U13 boys’ soccer match between the Kitaskinaw School team and AHC’s own U13 boys’ team. Held on the vibrant indoor turf of Commonwealth Recreation Centre, the event brought together 14 Indigenous youth and 19 newcomer youth in a spirited afternoon of sport,…
Back in the summer of 2016, a simple conversation between Taekwondo instructor Raju Gadtaula and community volunteer Homan Gautam sparked the beginning of a transformative journey for many immigrant children. They noticed that numerous kids from immigrant backgrounds often felt isolated and struggled to find their place in the community. Fueled by a desire to…
At the heart of every thriving community are its elders—quietly resilient, deeply wise, and the living memory of culture, tradition, and history. For the Eritrean Canadian Multicultural Association (ECMA), this truth has always been a guiding force. Building on the success of its youth and family initiative in 2023, ECMA has launched a second major…
In May 2025, Action for Healthy Communities proudly participated in the Black Child and Youth Wellness Conference in Calgary—an inspiring national gathering under the theme “Transforming the Lives of Black Children and Youth Across Canada” championed by Dr. Bukola Salami from the University of Calgary. This pivotal conference brought together practitioners, community leaders, educators, and…
Starting over in Canada as a newcomer has many challenges—finding a new place to live, adapting to the language and culture, and of course, finding employment. To help newcomers learn a variety of skills, and prepare for different careers, the Employment Team offers Workforce Participation Programs (WPPs). During the last week of April, the Employment…
The Issue: Barriers to Accessing Canada Child Benefits for Newcomers For many newcomer families in Canada, accessing the Canada Child Benefit (CCB) is a critical step toward achieving financial stability. The CCB provides eligible families with tax-free monthly payments to help cover the costs of raising children. However, many newcomers face significant challenges when trying…
Action for Healthy Communities (AHC) Settlement and Integration program hosted its annual FREE Tax Clinic for individuals and families with low income, from March 3 to May 16, 2025. To better assist the community, the tax clinic at AHC’s main office in Edmonton will continue until May 16, operating Monday to Friday from 9:30 AM…