Our Events
Discover, Learn, and Connect
At the Family Advancement Association, our events bring together individuals, families, and communities to explore critical topics, build connections, and drive positive change. Whether through thought-provoking discussions, cultural celebrations, or interactive workshops, we provide opportunities for learning, healing, and empowerment.
Join us in creating inclusive, supportive spaces where voices are heard, and experiences are shared.
For more information about our events, please contact us at info@familyadvancementassociation.ca.
Our Events
Unity in Diversity - A Celebration of Heritage Art & Community
- 12/09/2025 - 14/09/2025
Alberta Cultural Festival
Unity in Diversity Alberta Cultural Day is a vibrant three-day festival celebrating Alberta’s multicultural heritage through music, dance, storytelling, art, and community connection.
Family Flourish Fest
- 30/08/2025
Where Happiness Begins
This event is a joyful community celebration that brings families together for a day of connection, fun, and cultural pride. Through games, music, food, and interactive activities, the event promotes togetherness, wellness, and Afro-Caribbean heritage in a warm, inclusive atmosphere.
Bridging Generations - Telehealth Mentorship: Accessing healthcare services using telehealth Platforms
- 19/07/2025
A Cognitive and Social Empowerment Program for Seniors
WORKSHOP 10: Telehealth Mentorship
Seniors learn to use telehealth platforms for accessing virtual healthcare services, improving autonomy and digital confidence
[Registration Closed] Kids Summer Camp: Explore. Learn. Create. Connect
- 07/07/2025 - 07/08/2025
Join the us for a fun-filled summer camp! Kids will explore cooking, hair styling, digital design, coding, and more in a safe, creative, and inclusive environment. Early registration discounts available—don’t miss out!
Bridging Generations - Digital Storytelling: Seniors work with youth to create digital versions of their life stories
- 05/07/2025
A Cognitive and Social Empowerment Program for Seniors
WORKSHOP 9: Digital Storytelling
Seniors work with youth to create digital versions of their life stories using audio, video, or multimedia tools.
Bridging Generations - Modern Skills Sharing: Youth mentor seniors in modern tools and technologies
- 21/06/2025
A Cognitive and Social Empowerment Program for Seniors
WORKSHOP 8: Modern Skills Sharing
Youth mentor seniors in modern tools and technologies like social media use, basic coding, or app navigation
Bridging Generations - Skills Exchange: Seniors mentor youth in hands-on traditional skills
- 07/06/2025
A Cognitive and Social Empowerment Program for Seniors
WORKSHOP 7: Skills Exchange
Seniors mentor youth in hands-on traditional skills such as cooking, knitting, or woodworking.
Strategies for Change – Combating Microaggressions and Systemic Discrimination
- 17/05/2025
This is an interactive session focused on addressing microaggressions, racial bullying, and systemic discrimination. Participants will engage in discussions, role-playing, and action planning to develop practical solutions for inclusivity.
Bridging Generations - Creative Memory: Seniors and Youths Collaborate
- 17/05/2025
A Cognitive and Social Empowerment Program for Seniors
WORKSHOP 6: Creative Memory
Seniors and youth collaborate on scrapbooks, memory boards, digital storytelling projects, blending art and memory preservation.
Bridging Generations - Deepening Engagement: Brain Games and Cognitive Exercises
- 03/05/2025
A Cognitive and Social Empowerment Program for Seniors
WORKSHOP 5: Deepening Engagement
Brain Games and Cognitive Exercises
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.
Bridging Generations - Storytelling: Seniors share personal stories
- 25/04/2025
A Cognitive and Social Empowerment Program for Seniors
WORKSHOP 4 : Storytelling
Seniors share personal stories and life experiences
Bridging Generations - Relationship Building: Introducing Seniors and Youths
- 08/04/2025
A Cognitive and Social Empowerment Program for Seniors
WORKSHOP 1:
Relationship Building
An informal gathering where seniors and youth are introduced.
AI & Bias: The New Digital Discrimination. Understanding AI, Data Collection & Algorithmic Racism
- 05/04/2025
This interactive workshop explores how AI, social media, and digital algorithms shape Black identity and reinforce biases. Through film analysis, panel discussions, and intergenerational dialogue, participants will uncover digital discrimination and its historical roots.
Bridging Generations - Initial Technology Engagement Mentorship: Youth mentors guide seniors through basic digital skills
- 05/04/2025
A Cognitive and Social Empowerment Program for Seniors
WORKSHOP 3:– Initial Engagement: Technology Mentorship
Youth mentors guide seniors through basic digital skills, including navigating smartphones, sending emails, and internet safety.
Bridging Generations - Memory Enhancement: Introduction to cognitive exercises
- 22/03/2025
A Cognitive and Social Empowerment Program for Seniors
WORKSHOP 2: Memory Enhancement.
Introduction to cognitive exercises and memory challenges.
Flavors of Legacy: Bridging Generations Through Black History and Culinary Traditions
- 22/02/2025
This workshop bridges generations through food, culture, and storytelling, celebrating Black heritage and community healing. Seniors and youth will cook together, share experiences, and engage in discussions on legacy and future aspirations.
February 2025
March 2025
April 2025
- April 5 – Bridging Generations – Initial Technology Engagement Mentorship: Youth mentors guide seniors through basic digital skills
- April 5 – AI & Bias: The New Digital Discrimination. Understanding AI, Data Collection & Algorithmic Racism
- April 8 – Bridging Generations – Relationship Building: Introducing Seniors and Youths
- April 25 – Bridging Generations – Storytelling: Seniors share personal stories
May 2025
June 2025
July 2025
- July 5 – Bridging Generations – Digital Storytelling: Seniors work with youth to create digital versions of their life stories
- July 7 – August 7 – [Registration Closed] Kids Summer Camp: Explore. Learn. Create. Connect
- July 19 – Bridging Generations – Telehealth Mentorship: Accessing healthcare services using telehealth Platforms
August 2025
- August 30 – Family Flourish Fest
September 2025
- September 12 – September 14 – Unity in Diversity – A Celebration of Heritage Art & Community