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EDSNA is committed to inspiring hope, reducing stigma and offering meaningful help at all stages of recovery to those who are affected by eating disorders.
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EDSNA (Eating Disorder Support Network of Alberta) is a registered charity dedicated to supporting those impacted by eating disorders and raising awareness about this complex and often misunderstood illness. We offer professionally-facilitated, low cost, support groups in Edmonton, Calgary and online for people with eating disorders and for loved ones. We host Eating Disorders Awareness Week events (Feb 1-7) and offer presentations. Join us! Visit our website www.EDSNA.ca to learn more.

20/08/2025

Because no one should have to face an eating disorder alone, this ONLINE workshop is professionally facilitated and promotes self discovery in a safe space.

Join Occupational Therapist Sara Kreklewich for an interactive presentation and facilitated discussion starting August 27.

Body image concerns can arise as part of an eating disorder, disordered eating, or at any point during one’s life.

In this two session, 2-hour workshop, we will:

💜 Discuss what body image is and how it contributes to our mental health
💜 Explore factors that influence body image, including how the impact of major lifetime events (puberty, life changes, recovery, pregnancy, perimenopause etc)
💜 Identify the role internal and external messages play
💜 The connection between body image and exercise
💜 Learn about strategies that help to improve body image
💜 Look at creating a shift in our inner and outer dialogue

Have time for conversation after the presentation– bring your questions!

Learn more and register - edsna.ca/find-support

20/08/2025

Now that we have taken a closer look at what diet culture is, how can we start to make conscious choices in the messaging we are seeing in our media feeds?

Check out some simple ways to help combat harmful diet culture messaging below.

Looking for more resources? Check out ednsa.ca to learn more!

25/07/2025

Join Registered Nurse Chantelle Jensen for a single-session support group designed to meet you where you are. This open and supportive space is for anyone navigating eating disorder recovery who is looking to ask questions, share experiences, or simply be heard. There’s no set agenda—participants guide the conversation by bringing what’s on their minds. Whether you’re seeking practical advice, emotional validation, or just a place to feel less alone, you are welcome here.

We will also be joined by a special guest speaker—a caregiver who supported her daughter through eating disorder recovery—offering a unique perspective on healing, hope, and what it means to walk alongside a loved one in recovery.
Come as you are. Bring your questions, your concerns, or just yourself.

To learn more and register, visit: edsna.ca/ed-single-session-chantelle-aug-20

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24/07/2025

Join us for an insightful two day workshop designed for healthcare professionals, caregivers, and anyone interested in understanding eating disorders from a nursing perspective. This workshop will delve into the complexities of eating disorders, exploring their psychological, physical, and emotional dimensions.

Day two will be focused primarily on the experience and insight from the facilitator– you will hear about her experience working with those who are impacted by eating disorders in both private- and public-healthcare settings.

For more information and to register online, visit:/edsna.ca/understanding-eating-disorders-a-nurses-lens/

22/07/2025

Caring for a loved one who is experiencing disordered eating or an eating disorder can feel isolating and impact your own mental health and well-being.

It is important to acknowledge and honour these difficult emotions while focusing on the things you can do to prioritize your own needs.

Here are some tips on taking care of yourself, while caring for your loved one.

14/07/2025

Diet culture has a way of making us believe that health looks the same for everyone, and that only thin bodies are worthy or healthy. It forces us to tie our self-worth to our body size. It also promotes unrealistic standards and harmful behaviors that can have a negative impact on our physical and psychological well-being.

But the truth is, health is personal and unique to each individual and isn’t about fitting a certain ideal.

It is about accepting and nurturing our bodies as they are, in all diverse forms, and caring for ourselves in ways that feel right for us.

To learn more about eating disorders and find resources, visit edsna.ca.

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04/07/2025

A gentle reminder as we head into the weekend:

💜 You are enough.
💜 You are worthy of care.
💜 You matter.

Looking for more eating disorder resources? Check out our website! edsna.ca

16/06/2025

Join Registered Nurse Chantelle Jensen for a single-session support group on June 24 designed to meet you where you are. This open and supportive space is for anyone navigating eating disorder recovery who is looking to ask questions, share struggles, or simply be heard. There’s no set agenda—participants guide the conversation by bringing what’s on their minds. Whether you’re looking for practical advice, emotional validation, or just a place to feel less alone, you’re welcome here.

Come as you are. Bring your questions, your concerns, or just yourself.

Learn more and register: edsna.ca/july-ed-single-session

12/06/2025

Join Us for a FREE Virtual Workshop: Coping Ahead and Summer planning on July 17!

This supportive and practical virtual workshop is designed to help individuals navigating disordered eating recovery – cope ahead for the unique challenges that summer can bring. Whether it’s changes in routine, vacations, social events, or disruptions in structure, this season can feel overwhelming. But with the right tools, you can feel more grounded and prepared.

In this interactive workshop, we’ll guide you through:

-Creating a personalized Coping Ahead Toolbox
-Identifying potential summer stressors and triggers
-Planning practical strategies for self-care and emotional regulation
-Building flexible, supportive routines that work for you

Together, we’ll design a plan you can turn to when things feel tough—so you can move through summer with more confidence and less stress.

Learn more and register: edsna.ca/distress-tolerance-day-2

09/06/2025

Join Us for a FREE Virtual Workshop: Building Distress Tolerance Skills for Eating Disorder Recovery on July 10.

Summer can bring unique challenges for those navigating eating disorders/disordered eating—changes in routine, body image pressures, and increased social events can all heighten stress. In this supportive virtual workshop, we’ll explore practical distress tolerance skills designed to help you manage emotions and maintain your recovery through the summer months.

You’ll learn how to:

-Recognize early signs of distress and respond with intention
-Use DBT-based tools like TIPP, self-soothing, distraction, and radical acceptance
-Understand the difference between crisis survival vs. long-term emotion regulation
-Practice compassionate self-validation instead of self-criticis
-Ground yourself during moments of overwhelm
-Cope with intense emotions or urges

Whether you’re currently in treatment, in recovery, or supporting a loved one, this session will provide tools rooted in compassion and evidence-based practices to help you feel more grounded, resilient, and prepared.

If you want to learn more about “building your toolbox” join us for another virtual workshop on July 17 as we shift our focus to proactive planning.

Learn more and register: edsna.ca/distress-tolerance

05/06/2025

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RULES: No purchase necessary. The prize will be available at the event venue on June 18. The promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Instagram.

The contest will close at 11:59 PM MST June 9, 2025. The winner will be notified via Instagram.

04/06/2025

June is Pride Month and a time to celebrate the accomplishments and challenges that individuals in the 2SLGBTQ+ community face, particularly when accessing health care.

Stigma, discrimination, trauma, and lack of access to gender affirming care can create barriers to treatment.

Many individuals may not see themselves represented in recovery or lack support from family and friends.

They may have also experienced past discrimination or negative experiences within a healthcare setting.

Inclusive care for all individuals experiencing eating disorders or disordered eating is critical.

To learn more about eating disorders and our support groups and resources, please visit our website – link in bio.

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