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The Community Foundation collaborates with community partners to create solutions in a variety of areas. Through these initiatives, we are laying the foundation for tomorrow.
Westlock Cultural Connects Festival
Experience the Richness of Culture & Community!
Join us on Saturday, June 7, 2025, in Westlock, Alberta, for the Westlock Cultural Connects Festival, a vibrant celebration of diversity, heritage, and community spirit. This family-friendly event brings together live performances, cultural exhibitions, artisan vendors, and international cuisine to create a unique and immersive experience for all.
🌍 What to Expect:
🎶 Live Entertainment – Enjoy performances from musicians, dancers, storytellers, and cultural performers.
🛍️ Artisan & Vendor Market – Explore handcrafted goods, local businesses, and cultural displays.
🍲 Cultural Cuisine – Taste flavors from around the world at our food vendor section.
🎨 Interactive Activities – Participate in cultural workshops, hands-on activities, and family-friendly fun.
Whether you're a performer, vendor, or community member, this festival is an opportunity to connect, learn, and celebrate the incredible cultural diversity that makes our community so special.
📅 Save the Date!
📍 Westlock, Alberta
🕚 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
📌 Free Admission!
Want to get involved? Register as a vendor or performer by March 31, 2025. Contact info@westlockfoundation.ca for more details.
Let’s celebrate culture together! 🎉
Miller Giving Day
Annually on May 1, we celebrate Albert and Florence Miller whose generosity and love for the community are the genesis of the Community Foundation. This campaign encourages everyone to find ways of giving back, whether it's through philanthropy or random acts of kindness. It’s a way to celebrate how we all come together for the love of community. Follow our Facebook, Linkedin, and Twitter for updates.
Community Sustainability Hub
Capacity Building Resources and Support
The Community Foundation facilitates a variety of education and training opportunities for hometown leaders and organizations. Our meetings are held in regional and local community settings, as well as virtually.
To learn more or request training contact us
ANNUAL CELEBRATION
Held every November and open to the entire Westlock Community Foundation network. Includes peer networking, training, and an inspiring celebration of community achievements.
LUNCH & LEARNS
Thirty-minute, peer-led virtual learning sessions featuring cutting-edge topics and real-life success stories. Schedule Coming soon.
PEER LEARNING SESSIONS
Collaborate and share knowledge with like-minded people striving for similar goals. Our network is fueled by peer-to-peer interactions and these sessions serve as the network’s bedrock.
WORKSHOPS
Explore fundraising, governance, and not-for-profit principles and techniques for using charitable giving to improve the community.
VIRTUAL MEETINGS
Convene leaders, no matter where they are, to discuss best practices informed by their own experiences.
ON-SITE TRAINING AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
We’ll meet with you one-on-one to set goals, plan, answer questions, share techniques, and provide assistance with anything you need.
LEVEL UP - CAPACITY BUILDING SERIES
Unlock your organization's potential with our Level Up, Capacity Building Series! These free workshops are designed specifically for local not-for-profit organizations.