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Men's Wellness Circle

A safe, confidential space for men to discuss wellness, identity, and life in Canada.

A safe, confidential monthly gathering for men from the African diaspora, newcomer, and refugee communities. Not clinical — a community conversation about mental health, stress, fatherhood, identity, and life in Canada. Facilitated by a trained male peer leader from the community.

Who It Is For

Men from African diaspora, newcomer, and refugee communities in Alberta.

Topics Addressed

Stress and pressure to succeedFatherhood between culturesWorkplace racismRelationship challengesIsolationMasculinity in Canada

Format

Monthly in-person (Calgary, Alberta) + quarterly (Edmonton) + virtual option.

Languages

English, French, Yoruba, Twi, Amharic, Somali, Arabic

Location

Calgary, Alberta monthly. Edmonton quarterly. Virtual available.

How to Access

Walk-in, call, or WhatsApp. No referral required.

We call it a 'wellness circle' not 'therapy' — removing the cultural barriers that prevent men from seeking support.