Men's Mental Health Forum 2026
Sat, Nov 14
|Northern Lakes College Gym
Join us for the 3rd Annual Men’s Mental Health Forum, featuring keynote speaker Tyler Smith. An evening of powerful stories, practical strategies, and meaningful conversations about men’s mental health, everyone is welcome.
Date, Time, & Location
Nov 14, 2026, 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Northern Lakes College Gym, 1201 Main St SE, Slave Lake, AB T0G 2A3, Canada
About The Event
Men’s Mental Health Forum: Building Resilience, Strengthening Connections
Mark your calendar for Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm, as the Slave Lake & Area Mental Health Network hosts the 3rd Annual Men’s Mental Health Forum: Building Resilience, Strengthening Connections, featuring keynote speaker Tyler Smith, Mental Health Advocate and Survivor of the 2018 Humboldt Broncos Bus Crash.
This free community event aims to strengthen connections, build resilience, and create a supportive environment where men feel encouraged to speak openly about mental health.
Mental health challenges can affect anyone, yet many men still feel pressure to manage stress, trauma, and personal struggles on their own. This forum will bring people together to hear powerful personal experiences, learn practical strategies, and discover resources that support mental and emotional well-being.
Whether you are navigating your own challenges, supporting a family member, friend, employee, or colleague, or simply interested in learning more about mental health, everyone is welcome to attend.
Building a Stronger and More Supportive Community
Mental health thrives when people feel connected, understood, and supported. The Men’s Mental Health Forum is an opportunity to start meaningful conversations, reduce stigma, strengthen community connections, and remind those who may be struggling that they do not have to face their challenges alone.
Come hear inspiring stories, learn practical strategies, connect with community resources, and be part of an important conversation about men’s mental health.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Tyler Smith
We are honoured to welcome Tyler Smith, a survivor of the Humboldt Broncos bus crash, mental health advocate, public speaker, and founder of Not Alone Co.
In today’s fast-paced world, managing mental health, stress, and work-life balance has become more important than ever. Drawing from his personal experiences with trauma, PTSD, recovery, and overcoming adversity, Tyler will share meaningful insights and practical strategies for recognizing burnout, developing healthy habits, and prioritizing well-being in demanding environments.
Thriving Together: Strategies for Mental Health, Balance, and Resilience
His presentation will explore the importance of addressing trauma, setting healthy boundaries, managing stress, and creating sustainable routines that support both personal fulfillment and professional success.
Tyler will also share guidance on how to compassionately support someone who may be struggling, including how to listen, respond, and help create an environment where people feel safe, respected, and supported.
Attendees will leave with practical tools, renewed inspiration, and a greater understanding of how we can work together to prioritize mental health, prevent burnout, and build stronger foundations for long-term resilience.
SPEAKER: Michael Green
Michael Green, Training, Resources, and Strategic Specialist with CMHA Canadian Mental Health Association will open the evening with an informative presentation focused on understanding chronic stress, recognizing the signs of burnout, and developing strategies to strengthen personal resilience.
Chronic Stress, Burnout and Resilience
Participants will gain a better understanding of how ongoing stress can affect mental, emotional, and physical well-being, along with practical approaches for managing pressure and maintaining balance in everyday life.
MEN'S MENTAL HEALTH SCHEDULE
5:30 PM: Doors Open and Registration
6:00 to 6:45 PM: Michael Green: Chronic Stress, Burnout and Resilience
6:45 to 7:00 PM: Rising Above: Brief Introduction and Overview of Available Support Services
7:00 to 7:15 PM: Break
7:15 to 8:30 PM: Keynote Speaker Tyler Smith: Thriving Together: Strategies for Mental Health,
Balance, and Resilience
EVENT DETAILS
WHEN: Saturday, November 14, 2026
TIME: 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
WHERE: Northern Lakes College Gym in Slave Lake
TICKET: FREE - Includes a supper & snacks
LIMITED SEATS - REGISTER TODAY
*Admission is free, but we encourage advance registration.
Together, we can build resilience, strengthen connections, and create a community where it is okay to ask for help.
We are inviting all residents in our Lesser Slave Lake Region, from High Prairie to Slave Lake, to Wabasca, and everything in between!
EVENT PARTNERS & SPONSORS
This community event is brought to you in partnership with FCSS Slave Lake, ATCO Energy Systems, and Community Futures, with a shared focus on supporting men’s mental health and wellness.
Thank you to our sponsors of this wonderful event, Slave Lake Petroleum and the Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Program.
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