Community Conversations
Conversations with communities are at the heart of AHS' engagement philosophy. Whether through informal chats over coffee or large group events, we believe that when AHS and Albertans work together we achieve greater understanding, and reach better decisions.
As we celebrated AHS' 10 year anniversary in 2019 we sought input from our valued partners and community members through seventeen Community Conversations, hosted in partnerships with Health Advisory Councils (HACs) across Alberta.
AHS' Advisory Councils also launched a series of Community Conversations in the fall of 2020 to invite communities to engage, share information or participate in training that reflects the priorities identified by the HAC and AHS leadership in their region.
In-person Community Conversations were paused during the COVID-19 pandemic, but AHS' commitment to engaging communities continues. In the first year of AHS' response to the COVID-19 pandemic (March, 2020 through March, 2021) more than 222 virtual sessions were hosted providing information to, and engaging with, more than 12,000 Albertans.
Conversations continue as needs are identified. Please see below for a list of upcoming events and conversations.
For more information, email us at Community.Engagement@ahs.ca or visit ahs.ca/advisorycouncils.
Conversations with communities are at the heart of AHS' engagement philosophy. Whether through informal chats over coffee or large group events, we believe that when AHS and Albertans work together we achieve greater understanding, and reach better decisions.
As we celebrated AHS' 10 year anniversary in 2019 we sought input from our valued partners and community members through seventeen Community Conversations, hosted in partnerships with Health Advisory Councils (HACs) across Alberta.
AHS' Advisory Councils also launched a series of Community Conversations in the fall of 2020 to invite communities to engage, share information or participate in training that reflects the priorities identified by the HAC and AHS leadership in their region.
In-person Community Conversations were paused during the COVID-19 pandemic, but AHS' commitment to engaging communities continues. In the first year of AHS' response to the COVID-19 pandemic (March, 2020 through March, 2021) more than 222 virtual sessions were hosted providing information to, and engaging with, more than 12,000 Albertans.
Conversations continue as needs are identified. Please see below for a list of upcoming events and conversations.
For more information, email us at Community.Engagement@ahs.ca or visit ahs.ca/advisorycouncils.
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Town Hall for Parents & Families
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this linkCLOSED: This discussion has concluded.Children have experienced several challenges in the past 15 months from public health restrictions, to switching between in-person and online learning, to the cancellation of school activities and events.
Join a town hall hosted by 19toZero to learn more about how vaccines will help us end the pandemic and return to school as normal in the fall. Dr. Cora Constantinescu, a Pediatric Infectious Disease Physician and Vaccine Expert will speak to vaccination and children and answer your questions, June 22, 2021, from 5:00 - 6:15 pm.
Register and share: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_puz_RjL7S1S_ITO4uZDVy
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Physician recruitment and retention in Northern Alberta
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this linkCLOSED: This discussion has concluded.You are invited to join AHS in a conversation and engagement session about Partnering on Recruitment and Retention of healthcare professionals and physicians in Northern Alberta.
As members of North Zone communities, we think you will have the knowledge and expertise to help us identify new and creative ways to encourage physicians and other healthcare workers like allied health professionals, social workers, mental health experts, etc. to select Northern Alberta when making career choices.
The session aims to create space to listen to your ideas and brainstorm how we can work together to partner both on recruiting and retaining the healthcare professionals we need to provide high quality, safe care in our Northern communities. We will discuss the current state of recruitment in the North Zone, share information on what AHS recruitment activities are currently underway, and learn about the Rural Health Professions Action Plan (RhPAP) on their Attraction & Recruitment Committees.
Monday, June 28 between 6:30 and 8 p.m. You can register for this session here
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Employers invited to a Community Conversation with AHS Leadership
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this linkCLOSED: This discussion has concluded.AHS is hosting two Community Conversations for employers across Alberta, to discuss how to create both a physically and psychologically safe space. Participants will have the opportunity to submit their questions in advance, or ask questions during the event.
Please feel free to submit any questions you may have when you register, or email them to us at Community.Engagement@ahs.ca. This will help us to design a presentation that reflects your key concerns.
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Town Hall for Arabic Speaking Albertans
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this linkCLOSED: This discussion has concluded.AIMGA and Alberta Health Services invited Arabic speaking Albertans to a Town Hall to learn more about the COVID-19 vaccines. The event was hosted by Sam Namoura, of the Calgary Immigrant Support Society. Panelists included Dr. Michael Zachary, AHS Medical Officer of Health, Marian Atia, an AIMGA volunteer and foreign trained physician, Shenuoda Soliman, Priest of Saint Mina Coptic Orthodox Church (Calgary), and Islamic scholar, Shaykh Abdul Sattar, Al-Falah Society.
A recording of that session is now available.
So many great questions were asked that Dr. Michael Zakhary participated in a follow up conversation. You can watch that conversation here.
Who's Listening
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Executive Director, Community & External Relations @ AHS
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Director, Community Engagement & External Relations @ AHS
Email Nicole.Merrifield@ahs.ca
Key Dates
Past Events: What We Heard
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What We Heard PMHAC 2021.12.29.docx (921 KB) (docx)
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12.08.2021GEHAC-What We Heard Final.pdf (476 KB) (pdf)
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2021 True North Wellspring Presentation
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2021 Palliser Triangle Community Conversation
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2021 Greater Edmonton Community Conversation - Apart but not Alone
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2021 David Thompson Community Conversations
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Home Care presentation 13May2021 FINAL.pdf (2.23 MB) (pdf)
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David Thompson - What We Heard, January 14 (365 KB) (pdf)
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DTHAC Event Resource Page, Jan 14.pdf (167 KB) (pdf)
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Addictions & Mental Health Resources, Jan 14.pdf (170 KB) (pdf)
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AHS Move Your Mood Benefits, Jan 14.pdf (1.6 MB) (pdf)
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Move Your Mood Flyer Jan 2021.pdf (1020 KB) (pdf)
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2020/21 What We Heard from Alberta University & College Students (1.03 MB) (pdf)
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2020 Prairie Mountain Community Conversation
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2020 Lakeland Communities Community Conversation
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2020 Wood Buffalo Community Conversation
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A decade as AHS - 2018/19 Community Conversations
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2018 High Level Community Conversation: What We Heard (525 KB) (pdf)
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2018 Viking Community Conversation: What We Heard (551 KB) (pdf)
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2018 Hinton Community Conversation: What We Heard (255 KB) (pdf)
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2018 Grande Prairie Community Conversation: What We Heard (467 KB) (pdf)
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2018 Edmonton Community Conversation: What We Heard (447 KB) (pdf)
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2018 Wetaskiwin Community Conversation: What We Heard (457 KB) (pdf)
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2019 Smoky Lake Community Conversation: Presentation (675 KB) (pdf)
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2019 Smoky Lake Community Conversation: What We Heard (751 KB) (pdf)
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2019 Fort McMurray What We Heard (785 KB) (pdf)
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2019 Lethbridge Community Conversation: What We Heard (298 KB) (pdf)
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2019 Okotoks Community Conversation: What We Heard (359 KB) (pdf)
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2019 High Prairie Community Conversation: What We Heard (531 KB) (pdf)
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Medicine Hat: What We Heard (579 KB) (pdf)
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2019 Peace River Community Conversation: What We Heard (830 KB) (pdf)
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2019 Paddle Prairie Community Conversation: What We Heard (600 KB) (pdf)
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2019 Barrhead Community Conversation: What We Heard (779 KB) (pdf)
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2019 Cold Lake Community Conversation: What We Heard (683 KB) (pdf)
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2019 Canmore Community Conversation: What We Heard (569 KB) (pdf)
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2018/19 Community Conversation Photos
Participant feedback
"Connection, resources, and fantastic information. Well done!!"
- Yellowhead East Community Wellness Fair Participant
"I was familiar with the role of the HAC prior to this session, however I am very appreciative of their active engagement with not-for-profit agencies. I think it is fantastic that AHS is committed to a more collaborative working relationship with community services."
- Wood Buffalo Community Conversation Participant
“This was a good meeting, good info. I feel that many agencies were in attendance and feel that this will create change. Thank you!”
- Cold Lake Community Conversation Participant
“Good conversation and a lot of excellent ideas. Thank you.”
- Cold Lake Community Conversation Participant