Workshops
Linking & Learning: Fall Non-Profit Workshop Series
Check out these workshops to support your work as a non-profit organization!
The first session in a 3-part series to help organizations maximize their resources, strengthen their governance, and divide the work appropriately to be as effective and impactful as possible. Facilitated by the Edmonton Chamber of Voluntary Organizations.
Date: October 15, 2026
Time: 6–9 p.m.
Location: Heritage Park, Stony Plain
Cost: $10/participant
Join us for an interactive evening to strengthen local non-profits.
Whether you work, lead, or volunteer in the not-for-profit sector, this workshop will explore simple yet powerful strategic tools that help us think differently, uncover new possibilities, and approach challenges with fresh perspectives. This gathering is also an opportunity to build meaningful connections, learn from one another, and discover how we can make the most of the strengths, assets, and opportunities that already exist within our community. Come ready to connect, share ideas, and leave with practical approaches you can apply in your organization or volunteer work.
Date: October 29, 2026
Time: 6-9 p.m.
Location: Community Engagement Space, Community Social Development (414 King Street, Spruce Grove)
Cost: $5/person
The ABME program builds foundational knowledge needed for new board members to be effective and for developing and seasoned board members to have a broader understanding of their role in the larger social sector system. Facilitated by the Edmonton Chamber of Voluntary Organizations.
Dates: November 14 and 28, 2026
Time: 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Location: Community Social Development (414 King Street, Spruce Grove)
Cost: $10/participant
Workshop Description
Effective communication is essential for building positive relationships, managing conflict, and creating a productive workplace. This course provides learners with practical strategies to communicate clearly and confidently while recognizing how communication styles and behaviours influence others.
In this interactive, highly engaging workshop, learners will explore common communication barriers and develop skills in active listening, effective questioning, non-verbal communication, empathy, and assertiveness. They will also learn strategies for managing challenging conversations and strengthening workplace relationships.
Learning Outcome
Upon successful completion of this course, learners will be able to:
Apply effective communication, conflict resolution, and interpersonal strategies to support positive workplace interactions, manage conflict, and navigate difficult conversations constructively.
Learners will:
- Recognize barriers to effective communication.
- Explain how communication supports positive relationships.
- Apply active listening and effective questioning techniques.
- Recognize the impact of self-awareness and non-verbal communication.
- Identify different communication styles.
- Use clear, direct, and assertive communication.
- Apply strategies for navigating challenging conversations.
Facilitator, Milena Santoro, Volunteer Management Institute
Date: Saturday, November 21, 2026
Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: Border Paving Athletic Centre #100-9 Tri Leisure Way, Spruce Grove, AB
Cost: $10
Light lunch will be provided
Registration
If you are interested in registering for this workshop, you can register in any of the following ways:
- Register online
- By phone: 780-962-7632
- In person, visit the Border Paving Athletic Centre or at Heavy Metal Place Customer Experience Desk.
Registration deadline
November 13, 2026, at 12 p.m. (noon)