Journeys

AB 55 Plus

The group involved in Alberta 55 plus is active and keen on growing their membership. A focus on positivity and ambassadorship proved exciting during the 2010 Retreat. A focus on improved communication and understanding the role of relationship building produced insights and lightbulbs. This group is taking action, visit www.Alberta55Plus.ca for more information.

Active Community Strategy

This ARPA initiative is focused on working with rural communities to develop a community strategy for an active community. Growing out of the ACE initiative, this digs down to build and utilize the capacity that was nurtured in ACE Communities. Piloting with 4 communities; High Level, Camrose, Irricana and Lethbridge, look for a template to be shared with all communities. As the lead facilitator, I am excited to work with professionals in the Recreation and Health fields to complete this initiative by spring 2011.

Inspiring Education

Alberta Education is looking forward 20 years together with innovators in the field. I was honoured to facilitate at one of their provincial forums in October 2009 focusing on the future of education in Alberta.

Involvement with ACE Communities:

As a coach for the provincial ACE (Active Creative, Engaged) Communities initiative, I work with rural Alberta communities to support and facilitate leadership development through recreation, parks, arts, culture and heritage. I also facilitate ACE retreats and conference sessions at their provincial forum. To learn more about ACE Communities, an Alberta Recreation and Parks Association (ARPA) initiative, visit www.acecommunities.ca