Jasper Place Wellness Centre

Over the last 6 days, we have had the privilege of hosting Dr. David Sheard as we continue reflecting on how we can strengthen and improve the way we support vulnerable people in our community.

In affordable and program-based housing like Bridge Healing, we have spent years focused on developing the structures, staffing models, and systems needed to help people stabilize and move forward. But at JPWC, we have increasingly recognized that we have not spent enough time understanding what these environments should feel like on the inside.

Through workshops, reflection, and honest conversations, this week challenged us to think differently about belonging, human connection, and overall, what it means to create environments that foster hope, meaning, identity, purpose, spirit, and home.

This is not quick work. Building emotionally intelligent, resilient housing environments takes time, humility, intentionality, and a willingness to keep learning and evolving.

There is a long road ahead and much work to do. But this time to learn left us with hope, vision, and a deeper understanding of what may be possible when people come together with openness, honesty, and a shared commitment to doing our work better.

We are deeply grateful to the Alberta Women’s Foundation and Glenora Rotary for helping make this work possible.

We are equally grateful to the guests of Bridge Healing, staff, leadership, board members, and community partners who showed up fully and honestly, and who were willing to have difficult conversations & cry together throughout the workshops.

Lastly, thank you to Dr. Sheard for leading this work. We are excited to continue building it out together.

Tomorrow!

Housing Forward is about moving beyond conversation and into action.

This summit brings together leaders from across sectors to focus on real, practical solutions for housing and the partnerships it takes to make them work.

Our CEO and Co-Founder, Murray Soroka, will be joining a panel on housing as health infrastructure and reducing system pressure through partnership.

If you are working in this space, this is a chance to be part of a conversation grounded in real experience, real challenges, and real solutions.

May 13 | 4–5 PM
Edmonton Convention Centre

Register: https://www.housingforward.ca/

Our May Programming & Resource Calendar!

On May 5th, Red Dress Day, JPWC staff members attended the Red Dress Walk in honour of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit People.

Being present at community events like these is an important part of our work, creating space to listen, learn, deepen understanding, and build meaningful connections within the community.

We are grateful to have stood alongside community members in reflection and solidarity.

At JPWC, housing is about more than buildings.

It’s about people, compassion, and community.
Balancing property management with meaningful service provision takes someone truly exceptional.

We are incredibly proud to celebrate Meliha Gearing for being named Property Manager of the Year at the Alberta Residential Landlord Association (ARLA Edmonton) Achievement Awards Luncheon!

Meliha’s professionalism, dedication, and care make a difference every day for both our tenants and our community. We are grateful to have her as part of the JPWC team.

Way to go, Mell!

Soup and Bannock with Bent Arrow Traditional Healing Society Today!

Our first Soup and Bannock of the month is coming up this afternoon from 12pm - 1pm!

Join us in the Parkdale Gym (11648 85 Street NW) on March 4th for some warm and hearty soups, homemade bannock and an array of sweets to make your lunch hour that much better!

If you have your own feast kits, we encourage you to bring them! See you there!

Housing Forward is about moving beyond conversation and into action.

This summit brings together leaders from across sectors to focus on real, practical solutions for housing and the partnerships it takes to make them work.

Our CEO and Co-Founder, Murray Soroka, will be joining a panel on housing as health infrastructure and reducing system pressure through partnership.

If you are working in this space, this is a chance to be part of a conversation grounded in real experience, real challenges, and real solutions.

May 13 | 4–5 PM
Edmonton Convention Centre

Register: https://www.housingforward.ca/

Creating Together: these Activity Circle evenings, hosted by Glenora Rotary for Bridge Healing guests at the JPWC Community Health Centre, are all about one thing. Connection.

A shared table. Food and snacks. Simple, hands-on activities.
Space to reflect, to create, and to be alongside others.

Not everyone comes ready to talk. That is okay.
But building side by side has a way of opening something.

We believe joy matters.
Joy is the conduit to hope.

And these evenings spark that. ✨

Thank you Glenora Rotary for helping build community with us.

Tomorrow is our last scheduled tax clinic with e4c

Need help filing your taxes?

e4c is offering a free walk-in tax clinic at Jasper Place Wellness Centre to help you get the refunds and benefits you’re eligible for.

For low-income individuals and families
Up to $40,000 for 1 person
Up to $55,000 for 2 people

Tuesdays | 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Jasper Place Wellness Centre
Last clinic: April 28, 2026

Bring your documents and let trained volunteers support you. They can help file up to 10 years of back taxes.

We have a variety of exciting positions available over the summer months!

• Community Worker
• Administrative Assistant
• Transition Housing Worker (Social Services)
• Medical Administrative Assistant
• Health Promotion Officer
• Human Resources Assistant
Not sure which role fits you best? The job descriptions on the Job Bank site are a bit limited, so we encourage you to apply anyway. Our team will connect with you and help find the right fit based on your interests and skills.
If you're passionate about making a difference in your community and gaining valuable experience, we’d love to hear from you.
To apply, visit jobbank.gc.ca/youth and search "Jasper Place Wellness Centre"

Looking for a meaningful summer job?

We’re hiring through the Canada Summer Jobs program. This program is for youth aged 15 to 30 and offers paid work experience to help build skills and explore career interests.

To be eligible, you must:
• Be between 15 and 30 years old at the start of employment
• Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or have refugee status
• Be legally allowed to work in Canada

We have a variety of exciting positions available:
• Community Worker
• Administrative Assistant
• Transition Housing Worker (Social Services)
• Medical Administrative Assistant
• Health Promotion Officer
• Human Resources Assistant

Not sure which role fits you best? The job descriptions on the Job Bank site are a bit limited, so we encourage you to apply anyway. Our team will connect with you and help find the right fit based on your interests and skills.

If you're passionate about making a difference in your community and gaining valuable experience, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply, visit jobbank.gc.ca/youth and search "Jasper Place Wellness Centre"