Action for Healthy Communities Participated in the Black Child and Youth Wellness Conference

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…

Employment Support Program’s Debuts Workforce Participation Program for Ironwork

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…

Supporting Newcomers in Accessing Canada Child Benefits: AHC’s Commitment to Financial Empowerment

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…

Free Tax Clinic Supporting Low-Income Canadians Continues to May 16

Action for Healthy Communities (AHC) Settlement and Integration program hosted its annual FREE Tax Clinic for individuals and families with low income, running from March 3, 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 to 2:30…

Empowering Connections: Community Initiative Leaders Unite for Collaborative Growth and Learning

Our Community Initiative (CI) leaders shared their unique and informative perspective on community-building at our first Community of Practice (CoP) mini gathering of 2025, held on April 26, 2025. The energy in the room was uplifting as 11 ethno-cultural CI groups came together for an afternoon of learning, dialogue, and community-building. This quarterly event provided…

CDAC March Review Meeting Approves Seed Grants to Community Initiatives

The March 15, 2025, Community Development Advisory Committee (CDAC) review meeting was a successful forum for Community Initiative Groups to present their impactful ideas for community well-being. Initiatives ranged from promoting physical and mental wellness to fostering connection through language, culture, and traditions. Representatives presented to four CDAC members, who offered valuable feedback to ensure…

Entrepreneurship Grant Writing Bootcamp Teaches Participants How to Secure Financial Grants

On March 7, 2025, Action for Healthy Communities organized and hosted an enriching Entrepreneurship Grant Writing Bootcamp, which was specifically aimed at equipping participants with the essential knowledge and practical tools they need to successfully secure financial grants for their businesses. “I attended private grant workshops before, but this one far surpassed anything I learned…

Success Story: AHC Entrepreneurship Support Client Shows How Sweet it is to be an Entrepreneur

They say life is sweeter with chocolates. But what’s even sweeter is making a living by making chocolates. Yereni Ramirez is the heart and hands behind Chocolate Don Marín, an exceptional business deeply rooted in rich tradition, boundless creativity, and unyielding passion. Yereni has been a dedicated participant in our AHC Entrepreneurship Support Programs, diligently…

AHC’s Semi-Annual Career Fair a Success for Both Job Seekers and Employers

On March 25, 2025, Action for Healthy Communities (AHC) hosted its highly anticipated semi-annual Career Fair at the Signature Sandman Hotel in Downtown Edmonton. The event brought together 23 prominent Employer Partners from diverse industries and over 350 participants, creating a vibrant atmosphere of opportunity and networking. This career fair is crucial to AHC’s ongoing…