At Action for Healthy Communities (AHC), our mission is to strengthen communities through inclusive development and capacity building—fostering shared leadership, empowerment, and long-term wellbeing. Guided by our Community Development Model and grounded in Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) principles, we work alongside equity-deserving communities to identify and grow their strengths, assets, and leadership. This approach promotes resilience, equity, and sustainable impact.
We envision communities that are inclusive, equitable, and thriving—where collaboration drives meaningful and lasting change. By centering community knowledge and lived experience, AHC helps foster belonging and purpose, supporting individuals and groups as they shape their own futures.
Our strategic initiatives focus on key areas such as diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI); anti-racism; community capacity building; and culturally responsive training—each designed to support grassroots leadership and collective impact.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Initiatives
Advancing inclusive practices and equitable access by fostering environments where all community members can thrive.
Anti-Racism Programs
Tackling systemic inequities through education, advocacy, and collaborative strategies that build awareness and action.
Community Capacity Building
Strengthening grassroots leadership, peer collaboration, and local networks to amplify community-driven solutions.
Training and Workshops
Delivering customized learning opportunities on cultural responsiveness, inclusive leadership, and transformative community engagement.
Asset-Based Approaches
Uplifting community strengths and resources to build resilience, self-determination, and long-term wellbeing.
Collaborative Projects
Co-creating initiatives with local partners to advance sustainable, community-led development and shared impact.
The Community Capacity Building Program supports equity-deserving grassroots groups and organizations in strengthening resilience and reducing vulnerabilities through a strength-based, community-led approach.
Our Training and Development strategy cultivates a culture of continuous learning and growth for staff, volunteers, and community members—equipping them with skills to lead, adapt, and thrive.
Our Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) strategy provides a comprehensive framework that reinforces AHC’s commitment to accountability, learning, and ongoing improvement in partnership with the communities we serve.
Action for Healthy Communities has played an important role in supporting us through capacity-building, social events, free meeting spaces, and one-on-one consultations, they’ve helped our community grow stronger and more connected.
Their commitment to helping communities—especially newcomers—integrate into Canadian society through accessible, free programs has made a meaningful difference in our lives.
Cathy Shi, President Edmonton Chinese
Writing Club Alliance Foundation
We are grateful for the ongoing support from Action for Healthy Communities. Their partnership has helped us grow our network, access funding opportunities, strengthen our capacity, and gain valuable insights—all of which have enhanced our ability to empower and serve our community more effectively.
Okama Brook, The Africa Caribbean
Heritage Alliance Foundation
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