Conversations that Shift
A Workshop Series for Real Connection
Real Conversations. Real Connection. Real Change.
Conversations That Shift isn’t your typical workshop series. No stiff lectures, no boring presentations—just meaningful, interactive gatherings led by mental health and community experts. Shifting stigma around mental health means bringing you into the conversation, your voice is important both in your own life, and within our community. Each session is designed to bring people together, foster genuine connection, and offer practical tools you can use to improve your mental health and daily life.
This is why we’re meeting in person. In a world full of screens and isolation, we’re creating spaces where you can feel seen, heard, and part of a community that cares.
What You Can Expect:
Engaging discussions on topics that matter to your mental wellbeing.
Interactive activities designed to spark connection and reflection.
Practical tools and strategies you can take with you to improve your mental health.
An opportunity to meet like-minded people and reconnect with your community.
Whether you’re here to learn, connect, or simply show up for yourself, you’ll leave feeling supported and equipped to take on life’s challenges.
View Workshop Topics & Register Below
Conversations that Shift: Supporting Educators
A gathering designed for intention, reflection, and connection.
This conversation is for teachers, support staff, and the wonderful people who work with and nurture our young ones. Working in a classroom is purpose driven and special. Yet, the demands of working in schools often leave educators stretched thin, balancing endless responsibilities while holding space for the needs of students, families, and communities. Conversations that Shift: Supporting Educators is a dedicated event designed to honour the incredible work of teachers and school staff while provides a space to converse, connect, and gain practical tools to sustain well-being and joy in the profession.
This gathering will focus on preventing burnout by inviting participants to reconnect with their personal values, reflect on what lies within their circle of control, and lean into the practices that foster resilience. Together, we’ll explore how community and connectedness can transform the challenges of teaching into opportunities for growth, support, and celebration.
Through engaging conversations and shared reflection, educators will be reminded of the power of their work, the importance of caring for themselves, and the strength of leaning on one another. This event is not just about surviving the school year—it’s about thriving, finding balance, and celebrating the unique and vital role educators play in shaping the future.
FUTURE CONVERSATIONS
October 18th, 2025 - Parenting & ADHD
With an increase in youth ADHD diagnoses, parents are often left with the tools and know how to support a neurodiverse child at home and at school. The facilitators of this conversation have practical ideas for you and your family and welcome ideas from the community.
October 23rd, 2025 - Living with ADHD
Feeling the stress of trying to keep it all together while maintaining the nuero-spicy lifestyle? This panel, including members with personal experience, will lead a discussion that will normalize this feelings of ADHD while providing foundational support for adults living with ADHD.
November 19th, 2025 - Youth Mental Health
Join us as we bring young voices into the conversation about reducing stigma around mental health supports and learning insights directly from young peoples’ experiences.
Future conversations in 2026
-Men’s Mental Health
-Grief and a New Reality
-Embracing a stronger Social Network
Have ideas for a Conversation Topic? Email us to share your idea and we’d love to help facilitate your topic.
✨ What to Expect:
✔️ Guided conversation from facilitators who straddle both worlds of teaching and mental health counselling.
✔️ Intentional discussion around focusing your year based on your values and wellbeing.
✔️ Real and honest reflection over your ability and responsibilities.
✔️ Discuss ways to embrace new perspectives and ideas.
📅 Date: September 18, 2025
📍 Location: Sawback Brewery | 7023 Johnstone Drive, Red Deer
🎟 Tickets: $15*
*All ticket sales directly support mental health initiatives through Social Shift, helping us create more accessible community programming and resources.
Come as you are, leave inspired. Whether you’ve been in schools for years or new to the field, the conversations will be beneficial to anyone facing .
📢 Spots are limited—reserve yours today!