MEDIA ADVISORY: Kickstand Edmonton celebrates one year of lifechanging impact on youth mental health

This section is Partnership Content suppliedThe content in this section is supplied by GlobeNewswire for the purposes of distributing press releases on behalf of its clients. Postmedia has not reviewed the content. by GlobeNewswire Article contentEDMONTON, Alberta, March 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Kickstand Edmonton, operated by YMCA of Northern Alberta is a free youth services site in West Edmonton Mall, offering mental health counselling, primary healthcare, Indigenous wellness, life skills training and more to young people ages 11–25. On Thursday, March 12, 2026, the youth hub will celebrate its first full year of offering barrier-free access to well-being services with a birthday party event that centres the experiences of youth who participate at Kickstand.Sign In or Create an AccountEmail AddressContinueor View more offersArticle contentArticle contentWho: Kickstand and YMCA of Northern AlbertaArticle contentWe apologize, but this video has failed to load.Try refreshing your browser, ortap here to see other videos from our team.Article contentTop StoriesGet the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.There was an error, please provide a valid email address.Sign UpBy signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.Thanks for signing up!A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againInterested in more newsletters? Browse here.Article contentWhat: A birthday celebration with remarks from the operators of Kickstand and stories of impact from youth participantsArticle contentDate: Thursday, March 12, 2026Article contentTime: 12–2pmArticle contentLocation: Kickstand Edmonton, West Edmonton Mall, #2936, 8882 170 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5T 4J2Article contentInterview and Photo Opportunities: This event will be attended by leadership from Kickstand, YMCA of Northern Alberta and the Mental Health Foundation, who will be available for interviews and photo opportunities.Article contentMedia Contact:Article contentDeanna BarkerDirector, Marketing & CommunicationsYMCA of Northern Alberta587-743-1068deanna.barker@ymcanab.caArticle contentAbout YMCA of Northern AlbertaArticle contentYMCA of Northern Alberta is a registered charity dedicated to igniting the potential in people since 1907. From providing quality child care and supporting people in their health and wellness to delivering important community outreach programs, the YMCA works to strengthen communities in the Red Deer, Wood Buffalo, Grande Prairie and Edmonton regions. For more information, visit ymcanab.ca.Article contentAbout Kickstand Article contentKickstand is a not-for-profit organization offering free, safe, and confidential mental health services to young Albertans, aged 11 to 25. Through its network of urban, rural and virtual hubs, Kickstand provides a one-stop shop for youth mental health support, substance use counseling, peer support, and more. Its mission is to become the go-to place for young people to find and receive an array of services in one location and improve mental health outcomes for young Albertans. For more information, visit mykickstand.ca/.Article contentArticle contentArticle contentArticle contentArticle contentArticle contentTrending Here's why bets are rising for interest rate hikes including for Canada Economy Trump insists 'I have a plan' as oil prices surge on Iran war Oil & Gas Posthaste: How $100 oil could do Canada's economy more harm than good News Emerging-Market Currencies Pare Drop as Oil, Dollar Surge Fade PMN Business Canadians blasé about CUSMA misunderstand the market risks Investor Share this article in your social networkCommentsYou must be logged in to join the discussion or read more comments.Create an AccountSign in Join the Conversation Postmedia is committed to maintaining a lively but civil forum for discussion. Please keep comments relevant and respectful. Comments may take up to an hour to appear on the site. You will receive an email if there is a reply to your comment, an update to a thread you follow or if a user you follow comments. Visit our Community Guidelines for more information. Here's why bets are rising for interest rate hikes including for Canada Economy Trump insists 'I have a plan' as oil prices surge on Iran war Oil & Gas Posthaste: How $100 oil could do Canada's economy more harm than good News Emerging-Market Currencies Pare Drop as Oil, Dollar Surge Fade PMN Business Canadians blasé about CUSMA misunderstand the market risks Investor