Training and Development

As the second core pillar of the Community Development Unit (CDU), AHC’s Training and Development strategy strengthens our internal and community-facing capacity to integrate inclusive, community-driven approaches across all programs. This work supports AHC’s strategic direction while aligning with the goals of individual programs and the broader aim of working collaboratively with communities to advance their priorities.

Training and Development at AHC fosters a culture of continuous learning for staff, volunteers, and community members. Through responsive, skill-building programs, we empower individuals and teams to lead transformative, community-led change.

Our approach focuses on practical tools, shared knowledge, and innovative methods that support both personal and professional growth. By investing in people and strengthening our collective capacity, AHC is better positioned to build lasting partnerships and support community-led solutions that reflect local strengths and goals.

Key Training Components

Targeted Workshops

Customized sessions that explore key aspects of community development, leadership, and grassroots capacity building.

Customized Training Programs

Skill-building initiatives aligned with program-specific goals, designed to enhance community impact and team effectiveness.

Practical Resources

Accessible tools, templates, and guides that support ongoing learning and capacity development for individuals and organizations.

Events

Blogs

Resources

Testimonials

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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Land Acknowledgment

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.