This summer, Action for Healthy Communities’ Summer Camp Program provided children with opportunities to learn, explore, create, and build lasting connections with their peers. Across St. Francis, JD Bracco, and Metro Continuing Education, 121 children participated from the month of August to July, taking part in a variety of educational, recreational, and creative activities. From…
On August 14, 2026, the AHC Event Centre came alive with music, art, cultural traditions, and plenty of shared joy as the AHC Community Development Unit gathered with five incredible community initiatives supported by our Seed Grant Funding Program from November 2025 to April 2026. The celebration was an opportunity to recognize not just what…
Strong communities are built when people have opportunities to share their experiences, learn from one another, and work together toward meaningful change. In June, grassroots leaders from across Edmonton’s diverse communities came together to share their knowledge and perspectives as part of AHC’s Integrated Participatory Action Research (PAR) & BIPOC Grassroots Leadership Capacity-Building Project. Nearly…
Action for Healthy Communities (AHC) was pleased to welcome community members, partners, volunteers, staff, and supporters to our Open House and Annual General Meeting (AGM) on June 17. The afternoon began with an Open House, giving guests the opportunity to explore AHC’s programs and services, meet members of our team, and learn more about the…
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…
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…
Sometimes the perfect recipe for success starts with passion, creativity, and determination. For Joannie, that recipe led to the launch of Straight from the Hearth Inc., a home-based business specializing in custom-designed sugar cookies made with high-quality ingredients, including olive oil. From logo cookies and image cookies to interactive “Paint Your Own” creations for children,…
Edmonton is a city shaped by people from around the world, and Action Dash is a chance to celebrate that diversity together. On June 27, 2026, Action for Healthy Communities (AHC) is hosting a charity run. Taking place in Edmonton at the newly renovated William Hawrelak Park, Action Dash is an annual fun, community-focused charity…
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…
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.…