“It’s about complete communities — where people can meet more of their needs close to home—including growing food.”
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In Edmonton alone, 270,000 tonnes of food and organic waste end up in landfills annually, and Alberta has the highest waste generation per capita in Canada, presenting an opportunity for innovation.
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On August 25, 2025, public health professionals, Indigenous school food program leaders, mutual aid organizers, and food security advocates discussed opportunities and challenges related to the safe inclusion of wild game in Alberta’s food system.
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Hear from powerful voices from local community groups and organizations who are tackling food insecurity among seniors with compassion and creativity.
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In February 2026, youth leaders from across Canada will convene in Canada to engage in discussion and advocacy on digital rights, online safety, and anti-racism.
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One of the most touching moments was watching children do tie-dye on bandanas, their creativity bursting in colorful patterns. Their joy was infectious and reminded us of the pure, unfiltered perspective of youth.
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Our volunteers make a difference in all sorts of capacities. Today we meet Tibetha Kemble, a member of JHC’s Board of Directors.
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Recently, we invited all Edmonton mayoral and city council candidates running in the upcoming October 20th 2025 municipal election to share their vision for advancing food security in our city.
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On October 2, international human rights activist and CBC Massey Lecturer Alex Neve delivered a teach-in for the Edmonton public. “From Local to Global: Mobilizing for Human Rights Through International Mechanisms” explored how local advocacy can shape global human rights outcomes.
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JHC proudly commemorated the International Day of Peace on September 18, 2025, hosting its 17th Annual Human Rights Awards Ceremony.
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This autumn brings a slate of workshops promoting food justice, sustainability, and mutual aid initiatives in and around the city of Edmonton.
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You can now read the research report Igniting Change on Canada's Action Plan to End Gender-Based Violence.
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The gathering invited teachers to move beyond scripted land acknowledgements into practices of gratitude, presence, and relationship. Elders reminded us that the land is alive, with wisdom carried in water, plants, and stones. “If you don’t know the land, you can’t write about it,” one facilitator shared.
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We’ve launched a research report applying a human rights lens to Canada’s National Action Plan to End Gender-Based Violence (GBV). Join us to hear the findings, connect, and be part of building a future free from GBV.
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These online learning and discussion sessions will dive into digital safety, online harms, and youth rights in policy spaces.
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This September, the Edmonton Peace Consortium – a collective of peace partners across the city – is hosting the Peace and Unity Festival.
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What are the experiences of post-secondary students when it comes to food access? Here is an opportunity to find out.
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A full-day community forum held at the Ortona ArtsHub in Edmonton brought together nonprofit professionals, community organizers, educators, trans and gender-diverse leaders and allies to reflect on how systemic transphobia and exclusion show up in nonprofit organizations.
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From June 10–13, 2025, advocates, allies, and co-conspirators from across the prairies gathered at the Van Es Retreat Centre, east of amiskwaciy-wâskahikan, to reflect on the teachings and challenges of their advocacy journeys.
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