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AHC in the news

The work of Action for Healthy Communities—and the voices of the people and communities we serve—regularly appears in local, provincial, and national media. These stories showcase the impact of our programs, the strength of our partnerships, and the leadership emerging from equity-deserving communities across Alberta.

In this section, you’ll find news coverage, interviews, and features that highlight both our milestones and the everyday actions that make a difference. Each piece reflects the shared effort of our staff, volunteers, partners, and community members in building a stronger, more connected province.

AHC in Press

Targeting Racism in Sports

CBC, January 2024

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AHC Nurturing Inclusive Communities

Diversity Magazine, November 2023:

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AHC Spits Out 60 New Entrepreneurs and Calls for Access to Financial Support for New Entrepreneurs

Diversity Magazine, October 2023

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Making Hockey More Affordable for Canadian Newcomers

Global Edmonton News, December 2022

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Canadian newcomers learn to love curling

Sherwood Park, Strathcona County News, December 2022:

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Newcomers adjusting to Canada through hip-hop

CBC News Edmonton, October 2022

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Edmonton program helping girls, newcomers join sports

CTV News Edmonton, October 2022

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School division gives nod to Action for Healthy Communities for supporting newcomers

Lakeland Today, March 2022

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A budding community program is helping Edmonton children build their reading skills, their self esteem, and their bookshelves.

CBC Radio Active, January 2022

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Business newcomers shine at Al Fresco market in downtown Edmonton

Global News, August 2021

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A jab in the comfort of home and other ways Alberta’s COVID-19 vaccine-hesitant are being convinced

CBC Edmonton, July 2021

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AHC COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic and BBQ (July 9 and 10, 2021) (2:40 to 4:30)

Global News, July 2021

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As an organization working towards improving peoples’ well being, we acknowledge our presence on Treaty 6 territory and Métis Nation of Alberta Region 4, a traditional meeting grounds, gathering place, and travelling route for the Cree, Saulteaux, Blackfoot, Métis, Dene, Ojibway, Anishinaabe, Nakota Sioux, and Inuit, as our responsibility to extend support for healing to our Indigenous Community members during this difficult times. 
We acknowledge all the many First Nations, Métis, and Inuit whose footsteps have marked these lands for centuries and whose histories, languages, and cultures continue to influence our vibrant community.

As an organization, we commit ourselves to continue to acknowledge, learn, understand, and create opportunities to educate our staff, volunteers, and community members about the lived experiences of First Nations, Inuit and Métis, walking the path of reconciliation.
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