Sexsmith Wellness Coalition

05/09/2026

When we’re unable to connect in ways that feel meaningful, it can lead to loneliness and impact both our mental and physical health. But strong, supportive, healthy relationships can help us feel a sense of belonging, security, and self-worth.

Healthy relationships are often built on simple but meaningful qualities:
• Care and empathy
• Understanding and validation
• Trust and openness
• Clear, respectful communication

These connections also help us recognize when we need support, and feel more comfortable reaching out when we do.

This Mental Health Week, the Canadian Mental Health Association encourages us to nurture the relationships that support our well-being. 💛

For more information, head to the link:https://cmha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/CMHA-MHW-2026-Factsheet-The-benefits-of-social-connection.pdf

05/09/2026

We are so excited to have Heritage Farm leading the planting workshops at the Sexsmith Community Garden this May!!

Learn how to garden for our climate and gather tips and tricks by a knowledgeable teacher. Get your questions answered.

Register for one or all sessions by contacting Wendy at 780-814-2042.

05/08/2026

💚 Play Isn’t Just for Kids — It’s for Parents Too

When we think about play, we often focus on our kids — but play is just as important for parents’ mental health. Taking time to be playful can help reduce stress, boost mood, and bring a sense of lightness back into busy days.
Play doesn’t have to be complicated or time-consuming. It can be simple, spontaneous, and even a little silly.

Here are a few easy ways to bring more play into your day:
🎲 Join in your child’s games — even for a few minutes
🚶‍♀️ Turn a walk into a playful adventure (race to the next tree, skip, or explore)
🎨 Try something creative like drawing, building, or crafting together
😂 Be silly — laugh, dance, or make up games as you go
📵 Let go of expectations and enjoy the moment

Play helps shift your mindset, ease tension, and strengthen your connection with your kids — all at the same time.

It’s not about doing it perfectly. It’s about giving yourself permission to have fun, too. 💚



For more info:

We're biologically driven to play throughout our lives. Learn how play—however it looks to you—can help parents' mental health.

05/08/2026

This weekend Saturday May 9, 2026 is Town Cleanup day. See the second poster for more details of what and how you can dispose of your items!

Thanks to the Town of Sexsmith for this wonderful service!!

05/07/2026

You’re invited June 2! ⭐️𝗥𝗲𝗻𝗲́𝗲 𝗦𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗻𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗴 will present 𝙋𝙚𝙧𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙢𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚, 𝙋𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙋𝙧𝙞𝙙𝙚 – 𝙈𝙮 𝙊𝙡𝙮𝙢𝙥𝙞𝙘 𝘾𝙤𝙖𝙘𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙅𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙣𝙚𝙮, sharing insights from her Olympic experiences, her perspective on the evolving role of a coach, and how data, analytics, and video can enhance impact in high-performance sport.

🍁𝗥𝗲𝗻𝗲́𝗲 𝗦𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗻𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗴 is a four-time Olympic coach and ten-time World Championship coach in elite curling, known for guiding athletes to success on the world stage.

😁𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟮 at 7pm
𝗞𝗠𝗦𝗖 𝗟𝗮𝘄 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗲
300 Arbour Hills Boulevard, Grande Prairie
Please note: This event is geared towards Coaches and adult community members.
🆓✅𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗔𝗱𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻
Reserve a ticket here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeCHzHEjkv6KlIMh4w8hKASjPUKC-oBeXDabdwZnZJ3oii08Q/viewform
Grande Prairie Regional Sport Connection

05/06/2026

We are so excited to have Heritage Farm leading our Sexsmith Community Garden classes this May!!

Register for one or all sessions by contacting Wendy at 780-814-2042.

Sexsmith Community Garden and Sexsmith Wellness Coalition are starting up the season with some hands-on workshops!

05/06/2026

Families with 2- and 3-year-olds, mark your calendars! This is an informative, fun and valuable event that gives insights into your child's growth, milestones, and social/emotional well-being.

Wednesday, June 10, 2036 at 10am in Sexsmith.

05/05/2026

Looking for a gentle, feel-good way to move your body? 🪑✨

Chair Yoga is perfect if you want to improve flexibility, build strength safely, support balance, and ease everyday aches and tension. The calming stretches and breathing are great for reducing stress and boosting posture.

Move, stretch, and feel better. 💛

Wednesdays at 2pm in the Club Room of the Civic Centre. Drop in $5.

Register here: https://form.jotform.com/252645618843263

05/04/2026

Social Connection is a key part of our overall health and well-being. Yet for many people, that sense of connection is missing, with loneliness becoming an increasingly common experience across Canada.

From May 4–10, the Canadian Mental Health Association is highlighting Mental Health Week with the theme Come Together. It’s about encouraging simple, genuine moments of connection in our everyday lives and recognizing how much those moments matter in supporting one another’s mental health.

Each conversation, check-in, or shared moment can help someone feel a little less alone. And when we come together, we build more supportive, compassionate communities for everyone.

Because connection strengthens mental health. ​

Learn more: https://cmha.ca/mental-health-week/ #:~:text=May%204%20%E2%80%93%2010%202026,connection%20style%20best%20suits%20you?

05/04/2026

Who wants to try Walk & Yoga? It is a great blend of outdoor walking and a wonderful stretch after.

It's $5 drop-in and walking starts at 6:30pm at the Club Room of the Civic Centre. Mondays through June 8 (not May 18).

REGISTER HERE: https://form.jotform.com/260896012117252

05/03/2026

Just a reminder that Volleyball and Badminton are now done for the season! Thanks to all for coming out, the volunteers who ensure these programs run, and to the schools for hosting!

Pickleball will transition outside in May, date to be determined.