Our Events
Experience, Learn & Grow
At The Chez, we create spaces for learning, healing, and community connection through our events and workshops. Each month, we host a variety of educational sessions, cultural celebrations, and well-being activities that reflect our commitment to empowerment, inclusivity, and holistic support.
Some events are open to the public, while others are designed for specific groups within our programs. Whether you’re looking to develop life skills, build relationships, or celebrate cultural heritage, there’s something for you at The Chez.
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Our Events
Building Bridges - Building Inclusive Communities
- 10/10/2025; 31/10/2025; 21/11/2025
Educating and Empowering Albertans to Combat Racism
Explore how systemic racism affects communities and institutions, and discover ways to create lasting change. This workshop guides participants through learning, reflection, and action planning to build more inclusive communities where everyone feels valued and respected.
Building Bridges - Unconscious Bias and Microaggressions
- 29/08/2025; 19/09/2025
Educating and Empowering Albertans to Combat Racism
This workshop explores how unconscious bias and microaggressions affect individuals and communities. Participants will learn to recognize these behaviors, reflect on their own experiences, and build practical skills for effective allyship and advocacy.
Rythms Of Unity Cultural Festival 2025
- 18/08/2025
Powered by City of Edmonton
Rhythms of Unity is a vibrant cultural festival that celebrates Afro-Caribbean heritage through music, dance, art, and food. Designed to educate, entertain, and bring communities together, the event features live performances, interactive workshops, and panel discussions that promote cultural pride, inclusion, and artistic expression.
Building Bridges - Understanding Racism and Its Impacts
- 18/07/2025; 15/08/2025
Educating and Empowering Albertans to Combat Racism
This interactive workshop helps participants understand the roots and impacts of racism while learning practical strategies to recognize, address, and prevent discrimination. Through discussion, skill-building, and shared learning, attendees will gain tools to create more inclusive and equitable communities.
Generational Dialogues On Technology - Evaluation & Closing
- 08/10/2025
A Transformative Learning Exchange: Workshop Phase 6
This closing event will bring together all participants to reflect on their journey through the Generational Dialogues on Technology. Seniors and youth will share feedback, celebrate their achievements, and honor the connections built. The program will conclude with a certificate ceremony, paired reflections, and a community gratitude gathering.
Generational Dialogues On Technology - Community Showcase & Public Panel
- 30/09/2025
A Transformative Learning Exchange: Workshop Phase 5
This community celebration highlights the outcomes of months of intergenerational collaboration. Through showcases, panels, and performances, youth and seniors will share their stories, insights, and creative projects on how technology shapes our lives. Attendees will experience an inspiring blend of reflection, learning, and cultural exchange.
Generational Dialogues On Technology - Transformative Learning Module Development
- 30/09/2025; 08/10/2025
A Transformative Learning Exchange: Workshop Phase 4
This interactive workshop guides participants through co-creating educational resources that weave together digital literacy, cultural heritage, and intergenerational wisdom. From selecting themes to developing and testing multimedia modules, attendees will gain practical skills while designing tools that inspire inclusive, lifelong learning.
Generational Dialogues On Technology - Intergenerational Dialogue Labs
- 13/08/2025; 27/08/2025; 10/09/2025
A Transformative Learning Exchange: Workshop Phase 3
This interactive workshop brings seniors and youth together to discuss how technology impacts trust, work, and well-being. Through open dialogue and collaborative activities, participants will explore ethical challenges, share experiences, and develop practical strategies for healthier, more connected digital lives.
Generational Dialogues On Technology - Senior Wisdom Sharing Circles
- 07/06/2025; 21/06/2025; 09/07/2025
A Transformative Learning Exchange: Workshop Phase 2
This engaging workshop series invites seniors to share personal stories about how technology has evolved throughout their lifetimes. From life before the internet to adapting to modern devices, participants will reflect on the past, celebrate resilience, and inspire younger generations to appreciate the power of change.
Active for All - Mental Wellness & Physical Activity
- 12/07/2025
Breaking Barriers to Sport, Recreation & Wellness
Session 5 Highlights:
- Promote sports and recreation as tools for mental health and community healing
- Breaking the stigma around mental health in marginalized communities
- Yoga, mindfulness, and movement-based stress reduction activities
Active for All - Adaptive & Inclusive Sports for Individuals with Disabilities
- 28/06/2025
Breaking Barriers to Sport, Recreation & Wellness
Session 4 Highlights:
- Showcase accessibility in sports and promote adaptive recreation options
- Demonstrations of adaptive sports (wheelchair basketball, para-swimming, etc.)
Active for All - Culturally Inclusive Sports & Safe Spaces for All
- 07/06/2025
Breaking Barriers to Sport, Recreation & Wellness
Session 3 Highlights:
- Address racial, cultural, and gender inclusivity in sports and recreation
- Community-led discussions on representation in sports
- Developing safe spaces for radicalized and marginalized athletes
Active for All - Financial Accessibility & Affordable Sports Programs
- 17/05/2025
Breaking Barriers to Sport, Recreation & Wellness
Session 2 Highlights:
- Educate on how to access funding, and low-cost recreation.
- Navigating financial aid programs
- Budgeting for sports
Active for All - Identifying Barriers to sports
- 26/04/2025
Breaking Barriers to Sport, Recreation & Wellness
Session 1 Highlights:
- Key Challenges preventing marginalized groups from participating in sports and recreation
- Barrier Mapping Exercise to highlight financial, cultural & accessibility challenges
Strategies for Change – Combating Microaggressions and Systemic Discrimination
- 17/05/2025
Discrimination and microaggressions remain everyday challenges in schools, workplaces, and communities. This interactive workshop is designed to equip participants with practical tools to recognize, address, and challenge racial bias effectively.
Breaking Stereotypes in the Digital Age: Challenging Online Narratives & Misinformation
- 26/04/2025
This workshop explores how digital misinformation shapes stereotypes and public perception. Through a screening of After Truth: Disinformation and the Cost of Fake News, discussions, and interactive sessions, participants will learn to identify bias and advocate for responsible media engagement.
AI & Bias: The New Digital Discrimination. Understanding AI, Data Collection & Algorithmic Racism
- 05/04/2025
As AI shapes our digital world, it also reinforces biases that impact Black identity. This workshop explores AI-driven discrimination, social media algorithms, and their influence on public perception.
Flavors of Legacy: Bridging Generations Through Black History and Culinary Traditions
- 22/02/2025
Food is more than nourishment—it’s a bridge between generations, a keeper of history, and a source of community healing. Flavors of Legacy is a unique culinary experience where seniors and youth come together to share stories, cook traditional Afro-Caribbean dishes, and celebrate Black heritage through food.