Health Cities

05/27/2025

Thank you for the kind words, The Evergreens Foundation! 💚

Your team plays an important role in supporting seniors in your rural community, and we’re proud to contribute to that work The iPads will help enhance virtual care, connection, and overall well-being for residents—opening the door to more accessible and engaging health solutions.

We look forward to building further collaborations to support innovative programs that make a real difference.

In honour of Rural Health Week, we would like to thank Lisa Laferriere (Vice President, Strategy) at Health Cities in Edmonton, for 2 brand new iPads that will be used to help maximize our senior's health & well-being virtually. As we know, technology has become a profound tool for our residents at The Evergreens Foundation as it supports communication with loved ones, education and learning new skills and it has been a part of providing some of our Virtual Health Collaboration projects. Without technology, we would not be able to bring some life changing programs into our facilities. This thoughtful gift will continue to help bridge-the-gap between many wellness domains that we strive to achieve at our sites.
We are looking forward to our new relationship with Health Cities in continuing to bring valuable programs to our communities.

05/26/2025

In honour of Rural Health Week, we would like to thank Lisa Laferriere (Vice President, Strategy) at Health Cities in Edmonton, for 2 brand new iPads that will be used to help maximize our senior's health & well-being virtually. As we know, technology has become a profound tool for our residents at The Evergreens Foundation as it supports communication with loved ones, education and learning new skills and it has been a part of providing some of our Virtual Health Collaboration projects. Without technology, we would not be able to bring some life changing programs into our facilities. This thoughtful gift will continue to help bridge-the-gap between many wellness domains that we strive to achieve at our sites.
We are looking forward to our new relationship with Health Cities in continuing to bring valuable programs to our communities.

03/13/2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us this morning for our Health Cities Breakfast: Engaging Patients in Health Innovation!

It was an incredible morning filled with insightful discussions and a dynamic exchange of ideas. This exchange was driven by a diverse group of healthcare leaders, innovators, and patient advocates coming together to explore how and when to engage patients and caregivers—and why a collaborative, multistakeholder approach is essential for meaningful innovation.

A big thank you to our panelists for sharing their expertise:
🔹 Heidi Hadubiak BN MBA CEC PCC, CEO | .foundation
🔹 Ben Millen, Vice President of Design | Tangent Design Engineering
🔹 Ursula Mann, Principal and Chief Patient Officer |
🔹 Dr. Ernst Greyvenstein, Medical Director, ACTT |

A special thank you to our moderator, Chris Carvalho, President & Board Chair | , for guiding the conversation, and to Sandi Kossey, Board Director for Imagine Citizens Network, for sharing insight into the citizen-led organization ensuring citizens’ voices shape healthcare priorities.

Want to join us at our next event? Sign up for our email list and get the latest details delivered straight to your inbox ➡️ link in bio!

02/22/2025

Registration is open! 🎉

Join us for our next Health Cities Breakfast: Engaging Patients in Health Innovation.

🗓 March 13, 2025
⏰ 7-9 AM
📍 Matrix Hotel, Edmonton

Health innovation must work for the people who use it—but how do we ensure solutions are practical, accessible, and truly improve outcomes?

On March 13, we’ll examine what meaningful patient engagement looks like, why collaboration with patients, clinicians & communities is essential, and how innovators can drive real impact.

Get your ticket ➡️ link in bio!

03/01/2024

: is presenting sponsor for Health Cities’ Accelerating Health Outcomes Through Innovation Symposium on March 14th! Together, we’re advancing innovation for better health outcomes.

Join us for a day of impactful discussions ➡️ link in bio!

02/03/2024

Our VP of Strategy, , is heading to next week for the / ANHIX 2024 Calgary Winter Conference!

Are you planning to be there too? Send a message or comment below 👇 if you’re interested in meeting up to say hi!

10/18/2023

Innovative initiatives like the Home Health Monitoring Project can drive improved health outcomes for our province.

Health Cities is committed to addressing key health challenges and adopting healthcare solutions that positively impact people's lives.

🔗 https://bit.ly/46LLRfS

10/16/2023

👏 Congratulations to Cindy Sim and Team CarePal, winner of the People's Choice Award at Launch Party 14 during Edmonton Startup Week!

Health innovators are driving transformation and growth in our province. We are proud to share and support their accomplishments!

2nd 📸 credit: Edmonton Unlimited

10/07/2023

🚨 The countdown is on! We're 5 days away!

Get ready for a day filled with insightful conversations at Health Innovation Day, part of Edmonton Startup Week!

Learn more and register: https://bit.ly/3Q2vQfD

Edmonton Unlimited Alberta Counsel Kiwi Productions Inc. City of Edmonton - Local Government

10/04/2023

⏰ The clock is ticking! Only 7 days until our Health Innovation Day during Edmonton Startup Week! Reserve your seat as we near capacity!

Join experts from across the region to discover how Alberta, and specifically the Edmonton region, is positioning itself as a hub for health innovation and how this transformation can impact various industries. Our panelists will share insights on the latest breakthroughs that are driving Alberta’s health innovation community at every stage, and examine the potential for job creation, economic growth, and improvements in healthcare delivery.

Health Innovation Day includes four panel sessions and a networking lunch to develop a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in this exciting journey towards a healthier, more innovative Alberta.

💡 Transforming Alberta: Exploring the Impact of Health Innovation | 11:00am​Alberta's health innovation community is a vibrant and interconnected network comprising research institutions, healthcare providers, startups, and government agencies. This community thrives on collaboration, leveraging the province's rich academic resources and healthcare infrastructure to drive forward-thinking solutions.

💡 Networking lunch sponsored by Alberta Counsel

💡 Navigating Investment and Funding in Alberta’s Health Innovation Sector | 1:15pmIndustry leaders will share valuable insights into the various funding options available, from venture capital to government grants, highlighting the diverse opportunities for entrepreneurs and startups. We will explore the unique strengths of Alberta's healthcare innovation community and how it attracts investors looking to support groundbreaking projects.

💡 Digital Health Integration - Presentation | 1:45pmGain insights into how companies can be better prepared for progression through the health commercialization life cycle.

💡 Success Strategies in Mergers and Acquisitions | 2:15pmDuring our third panel, leading minds from Edmonton’s health innovation and business sectors will delve into the transformative landscape of mergers and acquisitions in Alberta's health innovation sector, where strategic partnerships and consolidation are shaping the future of healthcare innovation.

🔗 Link to tickets: bit.ly/HCHIDOct11

Edmonton Unlimited Alberta Counsel

10/04/2023

Are you attending ? If so, make sure to say hello to our Stakeholder Engagement Manager, Cassandra Rasko!

Cassandra is presenting HealthTech Home: Enabling Older Adults Through Technology, on Oct 5th at 9 am.

Learn more 👉 https://bit.ly/46dg2wr

Alberta Continuing Care Association

09/28/2023

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Aging With Technology Breakfast Panel, and a special thank-you to our panel for a thoughtful and engaging discussion on impacts technology can have on older adults’ ability to age in their communities.

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