How Giving Your Time Builds Skills, Community & Opportunity Are you a newcomer looking to gain new skill and to make a difference in your community? Are you curious about volunteering but not sure where to begin? Join AHC’s FREE Volunteer Information Session to explore how volunteering can open doors to new skills, meaningful connections,…
When it comes to entrepreneurship, the key is to put your own authentic flavour on your business, and that’s exactly what Rossana Puebla quite literally did. A newcomer from Chile, Rossana has successfully founded her business Étnica Yeg, which provides the authentic flavours of fresh Chilean nuts, spices, and fruits. Her fragrant products are making…
In August 2025, Action for Healthy Communities (AHC) hosted our annual Casino Fundraiser at Pure Casino Yellowhead. This unique and important opportunity was only made possible by the generosity of our volunteers. This wasn’t just a fun night out; it was a purposeful, well-coordinated effort to raise essential funds that help us keep delivering programs…
Action for Healthy Communities Entrepreneurship Supports Program, in collaboration with Explore Edmonton, proudly showcased 54 diverse, owned small businesses at the K‑Days 2025 Pop‑Up Marketplace on July 18-20, 2025. Over three exciting days, our passionate entrepreneurs presented a diverse range of exclusive products and services, including delicious foods, handmade crafts, creative fashion, art, wellness items, toys, and…
On July 26, the Community Development Unit (CDU) at Action for Healthy Communities (AHC) hosted its second quarter Mini-Community of Practice (CoP)—a vibrant gathering of community leaders, grassroots organizers, and changemakers committed to advancing equity and inclusion across Edmonton. The event was filled with energy, curiosity, and meaningful conversations that brought people together around shared…
On June 25, 2025, we celebrated our 30th Anniversary by honouring our collaborators, partners, and supporters with the Partnership Award and the Excellence in Service Award. For 30 years, AHC has been fortunate to have dedicated and passionate individuals and organizations supporting us in our mission, helping us ensure that equity-deserving individuals and newcomers have…
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…
2025 Event Program Details and Agenda 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…
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,…
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…