2026 Building Inclusive Communities: Sustaining Impact and Scaling Inclusive Change

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    5th Annual Building Inclusive Communities Forum: Sustaining Impact and Scaling Inclusive Change  Register Here2026/10/06 10:00:00 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…

EMPOWER Success Celebration Recognizes Achievements of Newcomer Women

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On June 24, 2026, Action for Healthy Communities (AHC) hosted the EMPOWER Success Celebration at the AHC Event Centre, bringing together more than 65 participants, community partners, stakeholders, facilitators, and guests to recognize the achievements of newcomer and underrepresented women who completed the program. The celebration marked an important milestone for participants as they received…

Rain or Shine, Action Dash 2026 Fundraiser a Success

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Despite Edmonton experiencing record rainfall in June, runners, walkers, volunteers, and community members gathered at William Hawrelak Park on June 27 for Action Dash 2026. Hosted by Action for Healthy Communities (AHC), the charity run brought together participants of all ages and backgrounds for a morning of movement and community connection. Participants took part in…

AHC 2026 Market Place at KDAYS Festival

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Discover Local Businesses at the AHC’s  Market Place During KDays 2026!   Shop at more than 55 local entrepreneurs and small businesses at the AHC’s Market Place during KDays 2026! Explore a wide selection of locally made products, unique gifts, specialty foods, fashion, home décor, cultural products, beauty items, children’s products, and discover something new…

Celebrating 10 Years of Entrepreneurship Impact in Alberta

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On May 28, 2026, Action for Healthy Communities (AHC) proudly hosted the 10th Annual Celebration of Alberta’s Entrepreneurial Success at the Royal Glenora Club in Edmonton. The milestone event brought together more than 130 entrepreneurs, community partners, business leaders, and government representatives to recognize a decade of growth, resilience, and inclusive entrepreneurship across Alberta, while…

AHC Expands Newcomer Settlement Services in Parkland County Through Kickstand Spruce Grove

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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…

A Practicum Journey with Action for Healthy Communities

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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…

Intergenerational Community Workshop in Edmonton: Cooking from Burkinabé Roots – Preparing Fritters

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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.…

Workforce Readiness Support Program

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Helping Newcomers Build Skills for Employment Success Next Orientation: Multiple sessions monthly Location : Action for Healthy Communities, (Community Hall) Looking to improve your English, confidence, and workplace skills for the Canadian job market? The WRSP at Action for Healthy Communities can help! Over 14 weeks, you’ll develop workplace communication, learn about Canadian work culture, improve your…