The Bridging Connections team consists of Community Social Workers who are dedicated professionals offering compassionate and confidential support to Parkland County residents. Community Social Workers actively listen to individuals, identify solutions, and facilitate connections to pertinent community resources. Their role is to assist residents of all ages and situations in navigating life’s challenges.

Date: Wednesdays; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m (drop in and appointment based services available)
Ages: All
Location: Wabamun Community Centre (5217 52 Street) 
Registration: Call Spruce Grove CSD at 780-962-7618 to make an appointment if desired; however, an appointment is not required.

Develop positive coping skills when facing challenging situations. This fast paced, practical course will help you change the destructive force of anger into positive energy at your work and home.

Participant certificate available after full attendance.

Facilitated by Alycol Integrative Health Services.

Date: November 16 and 30
Time: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Spruce Grove Community Social Development (414 King Street, Spruce Grove)
Age: Adults 18+
Cost: no cost
Register: register online, or call 780-409-8798
Email: information@alycolhealth.com

Date: Tuesday, December 3
Time: 1-7:30 p.m.
Location: TransAlta Tri-Leisure Centre
Cost: Free

Come join us to celebrate Persons with Disabilities! All event details, are available on the Tri Leisure Centre website.

This support group will help children manage their grief through emotion mapping and teach them useful ways to cope.
This program is facilitated by Harmony Nimchuk, Registered Provisional Psychologist and Grief Specialist with Family Life Psychology and Wellness. 

Date: Mondays, Nov. 4 - Dec. 16
Time: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Ages: 10-13
Cost:  Free
Location: Family Life Psychology and Wellness (20 Westwind Dr. Unit #226, Spruce Grove, AB T7X 0B9)
Registration:  register online
Contact: 780-963-0549

Date: Mondays, Nov. 4 - Dec. 16
Time: 5 - 6 p.m.
Ages: 13-16
Cost:  Free
Location: Family Life Psychology and Wellness (20 Westwind Dr. Unit #226, Spruce Grove, AB T7X 0B9)
Registration: register online
Contact: 780-963-0549

Date: Tuesdays, Nov. 5 - Dec. 17
Time: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Ages: 8-10
Cost:  Free
Location: Family Connection Centre, Stony Plain
Registration:  register online
Contact: 780-963-0549

These programs are in partnership with Parkland County, Alberta Parenting for the Future, Town of Stony Plain, Family Life Psychology and Wellness and funded by The Children’s Grief Foundation of Canada.

The Tri-Region Grief Collaborative brochure includes information on registered and drop-in support groups being offered in the region.

Talking Circles come from the culture and traditions of indigenous people in North America. All community members are welcome at these Talking Circles. Listen deeply with an opportunity to understand, learn, and establish a sense of community. Wearing Ribbon skirts/shirts are welcomed. 

Date: Thursdays - Sept 19, Oct 17, Nov 21, Dec 12
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Cost: Free 
Age: 16+
Location: Skydancer Indigenous Cultural Centre (99 Campsite Road, Spruce Grove)
Contact: 780-962-7618

What does youth mental wellness look like to you? Create a drawing/colouring page on mental health for a chance to be featured in a community colouring book for youth! There are multiple $50 prizes to be won!

Who: For youth ages 11-25 living in the Tri-Region (Spruce Grove, Stony Plain, Parkland County)
When: The contest runs from October 15-November 30
Contact: Email for more information or to submit your submission
Note: Submissions must be at least 8.5 x 11” in size. Larger submissions are accepted.
In-person drop off: Westview PCN (#205, 505 Queen Street, Spruce Grove, AB)