Strengthening the Human Foundations of Our Communities
Communities are carrying more complexity and responsibility than ever. At the same time, residents are feeling less connected—to one another and to the institutions meant to support them.
How we respond now will shape how connected, resilient, and supported our communities feel in the years ahead.
What It Is
The Civic and Community Leaders Social Health Workshop helps municipalities and cross-sector partners make social health a visible, practical part of community leadership, planning, and policy.
Through engaging, evidence-informed learning, leaders gain shared language, common understanding, and practical tools to integrate connection into the work they’re already doing, without adding new layers or competing priorities.
Who It's For
Designed for leaders who influence policy, programs, and the places where people gather, including:
• Municipal departments & elected offices
• Public health & community health organizations
• Education & post-secondary institutions
• Libraries, arts & cultural organizations
• Business associations & local employers
• Community foundations & service organizations
• Youth, seniors, newcomer & accessibility-serving groups
• Civic agencies, commissions & public partners
Why This Matters
Social health—the quality of our relationships and sense of inclusion and belonging—shapes:
• trust in institutions
• participation & civic engagement
• wellbeing & resilience
• collaboration across sectors
When social health weakens, pressure on systems increases. When it strengthens, communities function better with the resources they already have.
GenWell For Civic and Community Leaders
These workshops equip leaders and communities to understand why social connection matters and how to act on it. Participants gain practical insights, tools, and shared language to strengthen relationships, align efforts, and embed connection into programs, policies, and community priorities.
What Leaders Learn
Participants explore:
• Why social health belongs in community leadership
• How disconnection shows up across systems & outcomes
• Practical ways to embed connection into programs & policy
• Opportunities to align efforts and act together
Workshops also create intentional space for leaders to connect and build trust—because change begins with people.
What Communities Gain
Communities that host a workshop:
• Build shared understanding
• Strengthen cross-sector relationships
• Integrate connection into existing priorities
• Equip leaders with practical tools that apply immediately
Hosts also receive follow-up insights and resources to sustain momentum.
Be Part of the Solution
Together, we can create a more connected, vibrant, and supportive community landscape across Canada. Let’s ensure that no one has to face the challenges of isolation alone.
Why GenWell
GenWell is Canada’s Human Connection Movement.
Since 2016, we’ve helped communities across the country educate, empower, and catalyze social health through training, research-informed programs, and national engagement campaigns.
Bring a Workshop to Your Community
The way communities lead today shapes how connected they feel tomorrow.
Let’s build it together.
For more information, or to book a workshop in your community, contact Angela at [email protected].
