As Alberta’s workplace mental health conference, the Canadian Mental Health Association, Alberta Division’s Working Stronger conference is two days of immersive workshops, empowering keynotes and inspiring stories designed to create and maintain mentally healthy workplaces.
Together, we can create a healthier and more inclusive future for all workers.
Vivek Shraya | Keynote >
Vivek Shraya is a multidisciplinary artist who tackles topics such as community, diversity, identity, leadership, failure, and pop culture in her talks, her artwork and her music.
Alika Lafontaine, BSc, sMD, FRCPC | Keynote >
Dr. Alika Lafontaine (MD, FRCPC) is an award-winning physician, social innovator, and the first Indigenous doctor listed in Medical Post’s 50 Most Powerful Doctors.
Vu Le | Keynote >
Vu Le (“voo lay”) writes the blog NonprofitAF.com. He is the former executive director of RVC, a nonprofit in Seattle that promotes social justice by fostering collaboration between diverse communities.
Previous
Next
9:00 AM - 9:25 AM
Welcome and Opening Remarks
9:25 AM - 9:35 AM
9:45 AM - 10:15 AM
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Mental Health Break
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Breakout Sessions | Past
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Lunch Break
2:45 PM - 3:30 PM
Breakout Sessions | Future
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Mental Health Break
4:10 PM - 4:50 PM
4:50 PM - 5:00 PM
Closing Day 1
9:00 AM - 9:15 AM
Welcome and Opening Remarks
9:15 AM - 9:25 AM
Lived Experience Stories
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Mental Health Break
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Breakout Sessions
C1: TBC
C2: Recovery – What does it mean at work? | Speaker: TBC
1:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Lunch Break
2:30 PM - 2:45 PM
Mental Health Break
2:45 PM - 3:30 PM
Breakout Sessions
4:10 PM - 4:50 PM
4:50 PM - 5:00 PM
Closing Day 2
March 7-8, 2023
Working Stronger Conference | Edmonton, AB
$
550
+GST
-
Regular registration opens December 16, 2022 and closes March 3, 2023
We will be utilizing a mobile app for the Working Stronger conference, which includes the agenda, event details and updates on important information. Please note no paper copies will be available at the event. App download details will be emailed prior to the conference.
Are you part of our Working Stronger Network or have you been trained in CMHA, Alberta Division’s Psychological Health & Safety program? If so, email [email protected] to get your promo code and save on your registration!
Conference location
The Westin Edmonton | 10135 100 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 0N7
Accommodations
The Westin Edmonton | 10135 100 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 0N7
Enjoy comfort at the Westin Edmonton. Situated in the capital city of Alberta, Canada, our hotel in downtown Edmonton connects you with our thrilling Arts District, a few minutes’ stroll to Rogers Arena and Ice District, restaurants and outdoor activities.
Room Block Rate: $184.00 + applicable fees and taxes. Room block available from March 6 – March 8, 2023.
Book your group rate for the Working Stronger Conference
Working Stronger Conference Event Summary
Start Date: Monday, March 6, 2023
End Date: Thursday, March 9, 2023
Last Day to Book: Tuesday, February 2, 2023
Enjoy comfort at the Westin Edmonton. Situated in the capital city of Alberta, Canada, our hotel in downtown Edmonton connects you with our thrilling Arts District, a few minutes’ stroll to Rogers Arena and Ice District, restaurants and outdoor activities.
Room Block Rate: $184.00 + applicable fees and taxes. Room block available from March 6 – March 8, 2023.
Book your group rate for the Working Stronger Conference
Working Stronger Conference Event Summary
Start Date: Monday, March 6, 2023
End Date: Thursday, March 9, 2023
Last Day to Book: Tuesday, February 2, 2023
Flights
Air Canada
Use promotional code RPJ3QK61
West Jet
Guest web/Travel Agent web coupon code 7T5H0MI Travel Agent GDS only promotional code WKK46
Use promotional code RPJ3QK61
- The booking is to be made to the following city: Edmonton, YEG (AB)
- The travel period begins Tuesday, February 28, 2023 and ends Wednesday, March 15, 2023.
- Travel is valid Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday.
- For North America: 5% applies on standard fares, 10% on flex fares & higher.
- For International Travel: 10% on standard fares & higher.
West Jet
Guest web/Travel Agent web coupon code 7T5H0MI Travel Agent GDS only promotional code WKK46
- The booking is to be made to the following city: Edmonton
- The travel period begins Tuesday, February 28, 2023 and ends Wednesday, March 15, 2023.
- No discount will apply to Basic or Business class bookings.
- 5% off Econo* and 10% off EconoFlex and Premium fares for travel within Canada
- 2% off Econo*, 5% off EconoFlex and 10% off Premium base fares for guests travelling Trans-border.
- To take advantage of this offer, you will need the discount code listed. Please visit www.westjet.com/conventions to make a booking online.
Public transit
Central LRT Station (101 Street and Jasper Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta) is an approx. 2 minute walk to the conference venue.
Parking
On-Site Daily Parking: $38.00
Off-site Parking: Edmonton Public Library Parking – 10172 100 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5J, Canada
Off-site Parking: Edmonton Public Library Parking – 10172 100 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5J, Canada
Promote the Working Stronger conference across your networks
The promotional toolkit includes key messages, social media graphics and social media messaging.
Promotional Toolkit
Working Stronger Conference | Edmonton, AB-
Toolkit includes key messages, social media graphics and social media messaging
YOUR ORGANIZATION CAN MAKE WORKPLACE MENTAL HEALTH MATTER
Become a Working Stronger conference sponsor. The Canadian Mental Health Association, Alberta Division is currently accepting Working Stronger 2023 conference sponsorship submissions.
Workplace mental health conference contact
Phone
1-866-655-8548
Tansi — Cree | Oki — Blackfoot | Aba washded — Stoney (Nakota) | Ɂedlanet’e — Dene |
We respectfully acknowledge that we are on the traditional lands and territories of Indigenous people in Alberta. We want to recognize the significance of our relationships with the land and the peoples who call this ‘home.’ We commit to a reciprocal relationship between Indigenous and non-Indigenous worldviews that honour and respect ways of knowing and being.