Community Stories
Communities ChooseWell Champions continue to inspire us with actions they take to improve healthy eating or active living in their communities. Browse through the award-winning community stories for motivation and idea-sparking initiatives to help you lead the way in your community.
Fort McKay Wellness Center creates a sense of commUNITY
The Fort McKay Wellness Center continues to adapt to create a sense of commUNITY… Read More
Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation: Virtual Physical Health Challenge
In January 2021 the Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation (ACFN) hosted our first ever ‘Virtual… Read More
Feeding hope: Boyle Street Community Services’ Community Garden
When COVID-19 hit in March of 2020, businesses closed their doors. Fortunately, essential services… Read More
Atikameg School brings learning back to the land
Atikameg School is bringing students back to the land by encouraging hands-on learning through… Read More
A little competition goes a long way in keeping the community of Fort McKay healthy
When the pandemic hit in March of 2020, Julia Soucie, the Director of the… Read More
Hinton Friendship Centre: Offering Indigenous youth a safe space
The Hinton Friendship Centre has been operating a youth group for many years. Recently,… Read More
Claresholm Food Rescue Tackles Food Waste and Food Insecurity During COVID-19 Pandemic
Food waste and food insecurity are two problems that the Claresholm Food Rescue tackled… Read More
The Town of Vulcan comes together to promote physical activity and nutrition
The Town of Vulcan, located approximately 130 KM southeast of Calgary, has an active… Read More
The Iiyika’kimaat program: A place to be brave
What does it mean to be well? Often, things like fitness, nutritious food and mental… Read More
Grassroots group grows support in Strathmore
A dietician. A marathoner. A trisport advocate. A community activist. Back in 2007,… Read More