Together we build belonging — welcoming newcomers and standing with our community across Canada.

Human Welfare &
Research Foundation

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We walk beside our seniors with compassion, dignity, and the joy of a life still being lived.

Honour Our Elders,
No One Stands Alone

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Lend your hands and your heart — service is how compassion becomes change in someone's life.

Every Good Act
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About Us

Rooted in Edmonton, committed to every community member

HWRF is a registered Edmonton, Alberta charity built on compassion, inclusion, and respect for human dignity — delivering real programs for newcomers, seniors, and individuals seeking mental-health support.

Registered Edmonton Charity

Founded and registered in Edmonton, Alberta, HWRF upholds the dignity of every person we serve through accountable, community-led programs.

Compassion-Driven Programs

Every program we run is designed with dignity and inclusion at its core, meeting people where they are and walking alongside them toward independence.

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Our Programs

Four programs, one purpose: to lift every person we serve

Our programs address the most pressing needs in the Edmonton community — from newcomer integration and seniors' well-being to mental health and community outreach.

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Upcoming Events

Programs making a difference in Edmonton

Join our settlement workshops, seniors wellness sessions, mental-health resource fairs, and community outreach events. Each event is an opportunity to connect, contribute, and make a real difference.

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