Community Engagement

Inspire and empower your community with events, workshops, and more.

Building communities that thrive.

Our commitment to mental health awareness and support extends far beyond the workplace and into the hearts of communities and schools across Alberta. We help community members and students engage with mental health resources, education, and support through events, public workshops, presentations, as well as aid in the development of local resources and programs.

Community Events

We collaborate with local communities, not-for-profit organizations, and local businesses to host events that focus on promoting mental health literacy and other initiatives. We help deliver community messaging that is accessible, inclusive, and interactive by creating engagement that is both informative and entertaining.

We collaborate with local communities, not-for-profit organizations, and local businesses to host and participate in events that focus on promoting mental health literacy and other wellness initiatives. We deliver community messaging that is accessible, inclusive, and interactive by creating engagement that is both informative and entertaining.

Get in touch with us to find out more about how VĪV Mental Health can engage with your community!

Keynote Speaking and Panel Discussions

VĪV Mental Health founder Kris Marks employs an inspiring blend of authenticity, passion, and knowledge to deliver meaningful, thought-provoking presentations and keynote speeches. An engaging speaker who masterfully weaves together his own lived experiences and professional expertise, find out how Kris can enhance your conference, community event, presentation, or panel discussion!

Classroom Presentations, Parent/Guardian Workshops, and Educator Training

VĪV Mental Health is proud to offer interactive, age-specific mental health presentations for classrooms, school assemblies, and events for students 8 years and up. We also offer educational workshops for parents and caregivers of students, as well as focused mental health training for teachers and school support staff. Our creative, engaging, and informative training fosters a safe and inclusive environment for everyone to learn about and interact with various mental health concepts – all delivered by a CMHA-Certified Psychological Health & Safety Advisor.

Learn more about our Classroom Presentations here.

Learn more about our Parent/Caregiver Workshops here.

Learn more about our Training For Teachers and Educators here.

Testimonials

“Kris and Rachelle facilitated two leadership workshops for our global workforce and they fulfilled all expectations! The presentations were highly engaging, fostering an environment where our staff felt comfortable sharing their insights and experiences. The feedback was overwhelmingly positive and we eagerly anticipate future sessions!”

Mary Oguntoyinbo

IntouchCX - Global EX Strategy

“The training was amazing – I’d like a full day next time! Kris was very responsive to the room and sparked some great conversations. As a mom and as well as a leader in my workplace I will definitely be implementing what I learned both at home and with my teams. Thank you for exploring these topics through so many different lenses.”

Leadership Training Participant

Mental Health Summit 2024

“Incredible. Kris was the perfect facilitator. The pace was great – and how he shared details about his personal journey throughout made me feel like I could share my thoughts more. There was so much to take away from this workshop, I’m so happy I took this.”

Workplace Training Participant

Explore Edmonton

“When you work with Kris and Rachelle you get realness. This consulting team is so thoughtful in their design, approach, and delivery with clients. Kris brings charisma, heart and I love the work they are both doing in the community. I would recommend them to any company for training and facilitation about mental health!”

Tara Langan

Career TLC

“I have had the pleasure of working with Kris and the VĪV team on a number of occasions – I highly recommend! Kris is genuine, authentic, and an excellent leader and collaborator. He brings so much value to every piece of work and creates strong, healthy environments to work in.”

Tiffany Connauton

Beyond Diversity Inc.

“Kris is compassionate, resourceful, and his sessions and conversations are always so thoughtful and relevant. His superpower seems to be that he can draw out the best in people, helping others feel comfortable with their own vulnerability and creating a safe space for folks to exist freely without judgement.”

Justin Lessard

Mental Health Therapist

“I’ve been listening to your podcast and I love it. It’s so good! Thank you so much for being so vulnerable and sharing your story. It makes it so much easier for people to open up and help remove the stigma behind mental health struggles. Thank you so much!”

Podcast Listener

“Kris is a true professional. From the start of his presentation to the end, he had the full attention of my students. A talented speaker with a wealth of knowledge on the subject. I highly recommend!”

Nick Foley

Professor, Loyalist College

“One of the best podcasts I’ve ever heard. Amazing job.”

J.J. Richard

Listener

“I just wanted to reach out and thank you for speaking to our class today, it really resonated with me. As someone who’s struggled with mental health for a long time, hearing you talk about you personal struggles felt so relatable and less lonely. I appreciate your candour.”

Mykayla

Graduate student