“On June 21st, 2019, AHC’s entrepreneurship program held its 6th graduation ceremony for our Fall 2018 entrepreneurs. Over 60 entrepreneurs, 60% women and 40% men, were recognized during the event. The graduation ceremony happened in Edmonton City Hall. A great keynote, Mark Holmgren, special guests Edmonton Center MLA, David Shepherd, Councillor Aaron Paquette, Funders, and community partners…
On Saturday, July 13, 2019, AHC held its 3rd annual multicultural talent show. The event was well attended with more than 300 participants who engaged the crowd in song, dance, music and entertainment showcasing their diverse and wonderful array of talents. Staff and volunteers also provided henna and activities for the children. At this event,…
On Saturday, June 15th AHC newcomer youth took a field trip to Royal Alberta Museum. For the majority of the youth, it was the first time they had the opportunity to visit a museum. They were able to learn about Canadian and Albertan history, science and interact with their peers. View images from the trip…
On Saturday, June 22, 2019, AHC’s Youth soccer team participated in AHC’s annual Community Soccer Tournament. The boys (ages 16-30) won first place in their category. Other winners of the event included the Nepalese under 16 team and the Latino Lions, who took the Masters title (over 30). View images from the event below.
On May 25, Saturday, 2019, we held our first leadership training workshop for women with the topic – “Nurturing Women Leaders for Tomorrow’s Rapidly Changing Society”, sponsored by Community Standards & Neighbourhoods, City of Edmonton, the workshop achieved a great success. Over 40 people including volunteers and AHC’s staff participated in the training. Four successful…
On Saturday, April 27, 2019, AHC’s Learning English for Daily Life (LED) program held a graduation ceremony for its participants. This program runs in several locations throughout the city. This Program is designed to help adult newcomers to Canada fulfill their needs to overcome the language barrier so they feel comfortable and confident to communicate…
