Forging Ahead Inc.

06/16/2026

🔥 A Great Day at the Forge! 🔥

The team at Forging Ahead Inc. would like to extend a huge thank you to the members of the Fire Fighters of Winnipeg who joined us today for a day of blacksmithing, camaraderie, and hands-on learning.

Participants had the opportunity to spend time at the forge, learn new skills, and create some impressive rail spike knives while enjoying good conversation and a few laughs along the way. Days like these remind us of the value of bringing veterans and first responders together in a supportive, non-clinical environment where connection, creativity, and shared experiences can thrive.

We are always happy to host classes and events for veterans, first responders, and the organizations that support them.

A special thank you goes out to Brad and the incredible team at Spectrum Therapeutics for sponsoring this event. Their ongoing support has helped us provide meaningful opportunities for veterans and first responders to come together, learn new skills, and build lasting connections. We are truly grateful for their continued commitment to our mission.

Events like this are only possible because of the support of our partners, sponsors, volunteers, and participants who believe in what we are building together.

Thank you to everyone who attended. We look forward to seeing you back at the forge soon.

⚒️ Helping veterans and first responders — one hammer strike at a time. ⚒️

05/27/2026

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04/03/2026

Big things are happening behind the scenes at Forging Ahead Inc.! 🔥🔨

The Board of Forging Ahead Inc. would like to give a huge thank you to the Manitoba Government — especially MLA Loiselle, MLA Corbett, and MLA Pankratz — for taking the time to meet with us and hear our 12-month briefing. 🤝🇨🇦

We’re proud to say… we met every goal we set this year. ✅
And this is just the beginning.

There are some truly exciting things coming down the line for veterans, first responders, and mental health support here in Manitoba — and we can’t wait to share more as things develop. 🚀

It means a lot to see elected officials taking the time to listen to advocates and support initiatives that are making a real difference on the ground. Conversations like these are how change starts. 👥

Even if you don’t always see us posting, just know — we are always working. Building partnerships, growing support, and laying the foundation for something big right here in Manitoba. 🛠️

Thank you to everyone who continues to support us on this journey — it truly means everything.

Every like, share, and follow helps us move this mission forward. 🙏

02/19/2026

🔥 HUGE THANK YOU TO VETERANS ALLIANCE! 🔥

We would like to give a massive shoutout to Veterans Alliance for their incredibly generous $5,000 donation.

Because of their support, we’ve been able to:

✅ Attend the CIMVHR 2025 Forum
✅ Host multiple blacksmithing classes for veterans
✅ Keep the lights on and the forge burning in the shop

Their contribution directly impacts the veterans we serve and strengthens our mission every single day.

As we move forward with big plans — including our proposal to the Manitoba government in March 2026 — we never lose sight of the organizations that stand beside us and make this work possible.

To Veterans Alliance: thank you for believing in our mission. We look forward to many years of working together to support those who have served.

01/30/2026

CALL FOR SUPPORT FROM OUR COMMUNITY 🇨🇦⚒️

Over the years, Forging Ahead Inc. has hosted many workshops, classes, and private sessions for veterans and first responders. We truly hope your time with us brought connection, purpose, and a sense of peace.

We are now at an important moment.

Forging Ahead Inc. is preparing a major funding proposal to the Government of Manitoba, scheduled to be presented in March. As part of this process, we are strengthening our proposal by securing partner support, private-sector interest, and letters of support that show real impact.

We are respectfully reaching out to our community for help.

👉 If you are a veteran or first responder who has attended any Forging Ahead event, class, or private session, and you had a positive experience, we would be grateful if you would consider providing:

A short impact statement, or

A letter of support describing your experience

These statements help show decision-makers that these programs are used, valued, and making a difference, alongside the organizational and private-sector support we are building.

Support can be brief and informal, and shared only with your permission. Every message helps.

📧 If you’re willing to contribute, please email:
[email protected]

Thank you to everyone who has supported, attended, and believed in Forging Ahead over the years. We are working hard to build something sustainable, veteran-driven, and rooted right here in Manitoba.
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01/22/2026

Happy New Year and welcome to 2026!

Greetings to all veterans, first responders, blacksmiths, supporters, and everyone who follows our journey or is simply curious about what we do.

As we step into a new year, Forging Ahead Inc. is proud to reflect on a strong and meaningful 2025 — and we’re just getting started.

A few highlights from 2025:

We proudly awarded our first grant directly to a veteran, supporting healing and purpose through artistic blacksmithing

Hosted impactful forums and conversations focused on preventative mental health and community

Continued building strong connections across Canada, including collaboration with veteran-serving organizations

Deepened engagement and working relationships with members of the Manitoba Government, helping lay the groundwork for long-term growth and sustainability

While our philosophy has always been to move slow and steady with strong foundations, much of our work happens quietly behind the scenes — strengthening relationships, refining plans, and ensuring we’re building something that lasts.

As our first post of 2026, we’re excited to share that we recently met with MLA David Pankratz, MLA Shannon Corbett, and MLA Robert Loiselle, where we had the opportunity to provide an update on our 12-month path projection and discuss our bold vision for the future.
We are grateful for the warm welcome, open dialogue, and genuine interest in the work we are doing to support veterans and first responders living with PTSD and OSI.

This meeting is an important step in our 2026 and beyond strategy.

You may notice fewer public posts since our successful forum in Ottawa — rest assured, that’s because we are focused on developing a comprehensive information package for 2026, which we expect to complete and release in the first quarter of this year.

Thank you to everyone who continues to support, believe in, and stand beside Forging Ahead Inc.
We’re moving forward — together.