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Events

Where we show up for each other.

From hikes to homecomings, our events are where the Empower'em community actually gets to be in a room together, or on a call together. Some are open to everyone. Some are just for alumni. All of them are real.

Community members celebrating together at an Empower'em eventGuests being welcomed at an Empower'em event registration table

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We also ran a Mental Health program, which has since concluded after completing its run.

Recent gatherings

A look back at where we've been together this fall.

Open to everyone

Trek with 'Em: Fall Hike

September 19, 2026

Our community took to the trails in Gatineau Park for a morning of fresh air, good conversation and fall colours.

Alumni

Homecoming

October 17, 2026

Our fall community gathering at Wise Town café, and the first look at our new member portal.

Photos: Luniverse Photography

This was a private alumni gathering. Alumni, more photos are in your portal.

More to come

A look at what we're planning. Nothing is finalized yet, dates and details will be confirmed closer to each event.

  • Community Volunteer DayInvite only[November 7 or 21], 2026A low-key way to give back together, whatever that looks like this year. Details to come.
  • Reflection & Visioning WorkshopDecember 2026A chance to look back at what the year gave you, and look ahead at what's next. Led by our founder. Details to come.
  • Winter SocialInvite onlyEarly 2027Alumni drop in for part of the evening, because the cohort should get to meet the people who came before them. Details to come.
  • Community WorkshopSpring 2027A broader gathering, open to the wider community, alumni, and our current cohort all at once. Details to come.
  • Final SocialInvite onlySpring 2027The send-off, closing out the cohort together, alumni included. Details to come.
  • Summer PicnicSummer 2027The full-circle close to another year together, open to everyone who's ever been part of this. Details to come.

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