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Improving Wellbeing through Social Research and Development
RECOVER Urban Wellbeing works to improve individual and community wellbeing. Here’s a bit about their research and approach.
Celebrating 5 Years for EMCN’s Rainbow Refuge Program
EMCN’s Rainbow Refuge program celebrates 5 years in 2022 and continues to educate, advocate, and serve the LGBTQ+ community.
Red Road Summer Message
Our dreams are gathered and held sacred by those who believe in us …When I left those lonely roads and took the one that led in a long, curving line of years to here, to a home in the mountains where I write.
What’s Kicking at Kickstand
In 2020, “AB-IYSI” began engaging youth & families in Alberta. Since then, we’ve built: our brand Kickstand, e-mental health interventions & core partnerships for our virtual clinic launching this year.
Buddy Up and offer your support to someone who may be struggling
Hey Clay, how are you really doing? Clay’s farm isn’t doing well this year and he says he hasn’t been able to finish his daily jobs.
Introducing the Community Engagement Framework
The Community Mental Health Engagement Framework was developed to support people looking to engage their communities in impactful ways around the conversation of mental health.
Imagine Institute for Learning
As Edmontonians continue to navigate the challenges posed by the pandemic, the need for education and compassion around mental wellbeing, both in our personal and professional lives, continues to grow.
Alberta Health Services Community Helpers Program
Youth experiencing mental health concerns are more likely to talk to a peer than a professional. How can we help to enhance the mental health and well-being of youth and young adults?
Alberta Suicide Prevention Community of Practice
Suicide is a complex, multifaceted issue. The Alberta Suicide Prevention Community of Practice offers professional learning opportunities for those involved in suicide prevention initiatives across Alberta.
Tough Enough To Talk About It
Psychological harm and injuries can be just as debilitating and fatal as physical injuries. Building skills and increasing confidence in having tough conversations saves lives. Is your workplace Tough Enough To Talk About It?
Connecting with Those in Need
Technical Rescue Responder Aaron Hains with Edmonton Fire Rescue Services shares his experience assisting people in their time of crisis; an experience he describes as a privilege.
One Stop for all Your Community Addiction and Mental Health Needs
Access 24/7 opened in the spring of 2019 with a vision of creating an accessible entry point for individuals seeking community addiction and mental health services within the Edmonton zone
âpacihitowin - Helping One Another
Two Spirit peoples were once revered in traditional societies but with colonization came loss. Edmonton 2 Spirit Society is a small grassroots organization dedicated to reconnection of 2S people within our community.
Imagining a Brighter Future
Imagine Institute is proud to be partnering with Living Hope to provide Edmontonians with tools and strategies they can use in their personal and professional life to make a difference, and save a life.
Buddy Up for men’s suicide prevention
Men die by suicide 3 times more often than women. Centre for Suicide Prevention is excited to announce the launch of Buddy Up, a suicide prevention campaign for men by men.
Building Mental Wellness Through Advocacy
Edmonton is ending poverty. Not that it’ll be easy. But it will be worth it. Especially when you consider poverty and mental health together. The best part? You can help.
Centre for Suicide Prevention
Centre for Suicide Prevention (CSP) is a provincial education centre, a centre of excellence based in Calgary. For nearly 40 years, CSP has been equipping Canadians with the information, knowledge and skills necessary to respond to people at risk of suicide.
211, Building Connections to Hope
211 provides a vital connection to community, social, government, and health resources that individuals and families need. A team of dedicated, knowledgeable and hard-working Community Resource Specialists are available 24/7.
Suicide Prevention Signpost Helps EPS Employees Navigate Challenging Roads of Life
“Preventing suicide takes all of us to care and to act. Let’s continue to build awareness and a safe environment for employees to share their troubles. Let’s reach out and help others struggling to carry their burdens…”