Events

From Awareness to Action: Building a Mentally Strong Workforce

In this engaging Goodwill event, Steven Langer, Founder & CEO of Well By Design, will share his expert insights on creating healthy workplace cultures and promoting organizational wellness. With years of experience in leadership, executive HR management, and organizational behavior, Steven brings a unique perspective on wellness, offering actionable strategies to help organizations design environments where teams can thrive. Attendees ...

24 Apr

11:00 - 12:00

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Networking That Doesn’t Suck

Networking That Doesn’t Suck – Meaningful Connections Without the Awkwardness Have you been told to “go out and network” but have no idea how? Have you tried networking events but left feeling deflated or without real connections? If traditional networking feels overwhelming, forced, or just ineffective, you’re not alone – and we’re here to change that. Networking That Doesn’t Suck is designed for ...

29 Apr

17:30 - 19:30

Two House Brewing Taproom + Pizza

1901 10 Ave SW, Calgary, AB

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Disability (Is Not a Bad Word)

Disability (Is Not a Bad Word) is a peer-led space to build support and friendship. This group is for folks who are disabled (self-defined) and anyone who is navigating living outside of the spectrum of neurotypical and/or able-bodied norms. We honor that every individual is their own expert and every individual has the right to make their own choices including ...

06 May

16:30 - 18:00

Zoom

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Disability (Is Not a Bad Word)

Disability (Is Not a Bad Word) is a peer-led space to build support and friendship. This group is for folks who are disabled (self-defined) and anyone who is navigating living outside of the spectrum of neurotypical and/or able-bodied norms. We honor that every individual is their own expert and every individual has the right to make their own choices including ...

20 May

16:30 - 18:00

Zoom

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National Accessibility Awareness Week BBQ & Silent Auction

Join VAD for the National AccessAbility Week (NAAW) Wrap Up BBQ – May 31, 2025 – Edmonton, AB National AccessAbility Week (NAAW) improves understanding and knowledge of Canadians on accessibility and disability inclusion, reduces stigma and attitudinal barriers towards persons with disabilities, and shares best practices and lessons learned related to NAAW activities within the disability community. National AccessAbility Week (NAAW) takes place ...

31 May

12:00 - 14:00

Borden Park

7507 Borden Park Road Northwest Edmonton, AB T5B 4W8

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Disability (Is Not a Bad Word)

Disability (Is Not a Bad Word) is a peer-led space to build support and friendship. This group is for folks who are disabled (self-defined) and anyone who is navigating living outside of the spectrum of neurotypical and/or able-bodied norms. We honor that every individual is their own expert and every individual has the right to make their own choices including ...

03 Jun

16:30 - 18:00

Zoom

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Equitable Employment Leadership Summit 2025: The Power of Mentorship

Equitable Employment Leadership Summit 2025: The Power of Mentorship Join us for the 12th Annual Equitable Employment Leadership Summit (EELS) 2025, formerly known as the Mayor’s Luncheon, now celebrated in Calgary, AB. This year’s theme is Mentorship, exploring how effective mentorship practices create equitable employment opportunities and inspire lasting change within our workplaces and communities. This summit will bring together leaders, employers, service ...

12 Jun

09:00 - 13:00

Festival Hall

1215 10 Ave SE Calgary, AB T2G 0W6

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Disability (Is Not a Bad Word)

Disability (Is Not a Bad Word) is a peer-led space to build support and friendship. This group is for folks who are disabled (self-defined) and anyone who is navigating living outside of the spectrum of neurotypical and/or able-bodied norms. We honor that every individual is their own expert and every individual has the right to make their own choices including ...

17 Jun

16:30 - 18:00

Zoom

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Disability (Is Not a Bad Word)

Disability (Is Not a Bad Word) is a peer-led space to build support and friendship. This group is for folks who are disabled (self-defined) and anyone who is navigating living outside of the spectrum of neurotypical and/or able-bodied norms. We honor that every individual is their own expert and every individual has the right to make their own choices including ...

01 Jul

16:30 - 18:00

Zoom

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Disability (Is Not a Bad Word)

Disability (Is Not a Bad Word) is a peer-led space to build support and friendship. This group is for folks who are disabled (self-defined) and anyone who is navigating living outside of the spectrum of neurotypical and/or able-bodied norms. We honor that every individual is their own expert and every individual has the right to make their own choices including ...

15 Jul

16:30 - 18:00

Zoom

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Disability (Is Not a Bad Word)

Disability (Is Not a Bad Word) is a peer-led space to build support and friendship. This group is for folks who are disabled (self-defined) and anyone who is navigating living outside of the spectrum of neurotypical and/or able-bodied norms. We honor that every individual is their own expert and every individual has the right to make their own choices including ...

05 Aug

16:30 - 18:00

Zoom

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Disability (Is Not a Bad Word)

Disability (Is Not a Bad Word) is a peer-led space to build support and friendship. This group is for folks who are disabled (self-defined) and anyone who is navigating living outside of the spectrum of neurotypical and/or able-bodied norms. We honor that every individual is their own expert and every individual has the right to make their own choices including ...

19 Aug

16:30 - 18:00

Zoom

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