Community Events

The Mental Health Foundation is proud to partner with community members who host events to raise funds for mental health and addictions care in Alberta. Attend a fundraising event in your community or get inspired to host your own event.

Upcoming Events

Past Fundraisers

First Responders Appreciation BBQ

First Responders Appreciation BBQ

Friday, July 12 • 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Southgate Centre Parking Lot, 5015 111 St NW, EdmontonCome out and show your support of our First Responders! Join us at Southgate Centre for their annual First Responders Appreciation BBQ in the south parking lot! Attendees can...

Breaking the Silence

Breaking the Silence

Saturday, June 15 • 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Mill Woods Recreation Centre • 7207 28 Ave NW, Edmonton, ABThe Breaking the Silence Walk and Run is a community event that promotes mental and physical wellness through running, walking, and jogging. Participants of all...

Modern Luxuria Launch Party

Modern Luxuria Launch Party

Wednesday, June 12 • 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. Pendennis Building • 9660 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton, ABCome mix and mingle with like-minded individuals and the community connectors featured over the past year with emcee Kail Schofield, enchanting Fado music by Sonia Maciel, and...

Movement is Medicine

Movement is Medicine

Sunday, June 2 • 11:00 a.m. North Glenmore Park, Calgary, ABJoin Jessica Wenger for a 60-minute restorative yoga class for a $10.00 fee, with half the proceeds going to the Mental Health Foundation. Connect with Jessica at wenger_jessica@yahoo.ca for more information.

Mental Health Expo — Outrun the Stigma

Mental Health Expo — Outrun the Stigma

Saturday, May 25 • 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. University of Alberta North Campus, Main Quad • 85 Avenue NW, Edmonton, AB~ Edmonton's 2024 Mental Health Expo ~ The 2024 Mental Health Expo is part of Outrun the Stigma, a not-for-profit organization that works to reduce the...

Mental Health Summit

Mental Health Summit

Friday, May 17 • 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. James Chaput Centre for Educational Research Applications • 1677 - 93 Street SW, Calgary, AB~ Canadian Mental Health in Schools Summit ~ Join us at this inaugural event and help us spark important conversations about mental...

Alberta’s Battle Through Recovery – Edmonton

Alberta’s Battle Through Recovery – Edmonton

Saturday, May 11 • 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. Edmonton Convention Centre • 9797 Jasper Avenue NW, Edmonton, ABJoin the Empower2Recover Foundation for a day filled with hope, support, and resilience. Whether you're personally battling through recovery or supporting a loved one,...

Breaking Through Barriers

Breaking Through Barriers

Friday, May 10 • 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Brewsters Brewing Company and Restaurant • Unity Square • 11620 104 Avenue NW Edmonton, AB~ An Evening of Mental Health Empowerment ~ Join us in celebrating Mental Health Week and the launch of Dena Chernenkoff's new international...

Mental Health Nurses’ Celebration and Fireside Chat

Mental Health Nurses’ Celebration and Fireside Chat

Wednesday, May 8 • 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. The Quarry • 945 - 167 Avenue NE, Edmonton, AB~ Celebration Dinner to follow Fireside Chat ~ UNA Local 183 Education Committee in conjunction with UNA Mental Health Caucus is pleased to announce a Fireside Chat with Mental Health...

Annual Fundraising Breakfast

Annual Fundraising Breakfast

ANNUAL FUNDRAISING BREAKFAST 02.27.24 EDMONTON CONVENTION CENTRE & VIRTUALLY • 7-9 A.M.Our signature event to raise awareness and funds for urgent mental health and addictions issues across Alberta. Presented in partnership withMental illness can affect any of us....

Chauncey Classic Tournament

Chauncey Classic Tournament

Saturday, January 27, 2024 • 2 p.m. Oriole Park Community Arena, Red Deer, ABJoin us for the 2nd Annual Chauncey Classic, commemorating Sean's memory and contributing to a cause that truly matters. In January of 2022, the world lost a great man when Sean Corrigal,...

AHE Holiday Light-Up

AHE Holiday Light-Up

Tuesday, November 28 • 5 – 9 p.m. Alberta Hospital Edmonton, Building 17 Courtyard, 17480 Fort Road, Edmonton – Access via Road 3Come celebrate the holiday season with a tree light-up event! Enjoy the beauty of the snow-covered grounds at Alberta Hospital Edmonton...

CAMP for a Cause 2023

CAMP for a Cause 2023

Saturday, October 21 • 7 p.m. – late Secret Location, Downtown EdmontonJoin Brady Campbell for the 2nd Annual "CAMP for a Cause," a magical evening of fun and philanthropy! The event organizers will be sending out a pin drop to all registered attendees the night...

Modern Day Courage Book Launch

Modern Day Courage Book Launch

Tuesday, October 17 • 7 p.m. The Creative Hive, 16819 111 Ave NW, EdmontonJoin Jalene E. Murphy as she launches her first book ~ Modern Day Courage! Modern Day Courage is a collection of short stories written from the heart.  They are true, intimate and contemporary,...

Customs Takeover Truck & Car Show

Customs Takeover Truck & Car Show

Sunday, August 13 • 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Sherwood Customs - 10 Automall Road, Sherwood ParkJoin us to showcase your classic, exotic, and custom vehicles—all types are welcome! We will be raising funds for the second annual Customs Takeover Truck & Car Show through...

Apex Ascent

Apex Ascent

Saturday, July 22 Ha Ling Peak Trailhead, Canmore, ABJoin Apex Geomatics for a hiking event in support of mental health care for Albertans. We will be hiking the beautiful Ha Ling Hike and all proceeds will be donated to the Mental Health Foundation. We hope to raise...

AHE Centennial Country Fair

AHE Centennial Country Fair

Thursday, July 20 • 1 – 3 p.m. Alberta Hospital Edmonton Sports Field, 17480 Fort Road, Edmonton – Access via Road 1 or 3Join us as we commemorate 100 years of compassion and care at AHE! Enjoy colourful decorations, beautiful surroundings, and the sense of community...

Cars & Coffee

Cars & Coffee

Saturday, July 15 • 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Freedom Ford, 7505–75 Street NW, EdmontonRev up your engines and join us for Cars & Coffee presented by the Alberta Mustang Owners Association & Freedom Ford. Get ready to admire some of the coolest Mustangs and other...

Thiessen & Associates Charity BBQ

Thiessen & Associates Charity BBQ

Saturday, June 17 • 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sobey's Gaetz South, 2110 – 50 Avenue, Red Deer, ABIGPWM Thiessen & Associates invites you to an incredible charity BBQ in support of the Mental Health Foundation. Every dollar raised from sales and generous donations will be...

Bowling for Mental Health

Bowling for Mental Health

November 12, 2022—Students from SAIT hosted their first Community Fundraiser.Students from SAIT were joined by family and friends for a round of bowling at Paradise Lanes Bowling Alley in Calgary. They held a silent auction and a 50/50 in support of the Mental Health...

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