The Epilepsy Association of Edmonton and Northern Alberta

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Welcome

Welcome to the Epilepsy Association of Edmonton and Northern Alberta

DID YOU KNOW?
Epilepsy affects 1 in every 100 people. At least 1 in every 10 people will have one seizure in their lifetime.
There are approximately 26 000 people living with epilepsy in Edmonton and Northern Alberta

UPCOMING EVENTS-PROGRAMS-SERVICES-NEWS

Visit our “events” page for details on all upcoming events and programs.

EMAIL OUR OFFICE TO CONFIRM YOUR INTEREST IN JOINING OUR CHOIR SINGING ACT AT THE END OF THE TALENT SHOW.

info@epilepsyalbertanorth.ca

🎃💜 WHAT’S HAPPENING AT EAENA THIS OCTOBER? 🎤🎶

October is all about creativity, community, fun and connection at EAENA! Join us for a day filled with exciting activities on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at our office.

🎃 PURPLE PUMPKIN DECORATING EVENT | 10:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Get creative and join us for some Halloween fun! Decorate your very own pumpkin, enjoy time with fellow community members and celebrate the season together. Register in advance to reserve your pumpkin!

🎤 EAENA’S FIRST-EVER TALENT SHOW & TALENT SHOWCASE | 4:30 – 8:00 p.m.

Everyone has a talent worth celebrating! Whether you love to sing, dance, perform, create art, make crafts or showcase something special, we invite you to share it with us.

Take the stage or reserve a foyer table to display your creations, with the option to sell your products. Performers of all ages living with epilepsy and their supporters are welcome. And, of course, we invite everyone to join us as audience members to cheer on our amazing community!

💜 LET’S SING TOGETHER! JOIN OUR COMMUNITY CHOIR! 🎶

We plan to end our Talent Show with a fabulous community choir, bringing everyone together through the joy of music!

Whether you are a performer or an audience member, you are invited to sing along. Email us to express your interest, and we’ll share the details and how you can prepare to join in.

📩 REGISTER & GET INVOLVED!

To register for the events or email us at info@epilepsyalbertanorth.ca.

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💜 Let’s celebrate creativity, courage, connection and the many talents within our epilepsy community. We can’t wait to see you there!

EAENA FIRST TALENT SHOW AND COMMUNITY EVENT

SATURDAY OCTOBER 24, 2026
click here for more details

Register here

To create and decorate your very own purple pumpkin.

JOIN US AS A PARENT OR CAREGIVER OF A CHILD LIVING WITH EPILEPSY

NOVEMBER 18, 2026 6:00 – 8:00 P.M. EAENA OFFICE

LATEST ISSUE OF FOCUS ON EPILEPSY NOW AVIAABLE ONLINE

EPILEPSY 101

There are a myriad of questions when it comes to epilepsy. Find answers to the most common questions at the linked pages. If you still have questions or would like to talk to someone about epilepsy, please feel free to contact us at the Edmonton Epilepsy Association.

LIVING WITH EPILEPSY

If you have epilepsy, you may have questions regarding the condition and how it may effect your life. Will having epilepsy affect the option of driving a car or continuing in a job? Will having epilepsy affect your relationships? What are some of the attitudes of society encountered by those with epilepsy.

DRIVING

FAMOUS PEOPLE WITH EPILEPSY

EMPLOYMENT

DRIVING

FAMOUS PEOPLE WITH EPILEPSY

EMPLOYMENT

RESOURCES AND SUPPORT

Epilepsy presents many challenges for persons who are afflicted by it, their family, friends and peers. It is important for teachers and educators, employers and employees, first responders and medical professionals to better understand seizures and epilepsy. This will help them to provide better support and assistance for individuals who experience seizures or epilepsy. The Edmonton Epilepsy provides various resources, information, videos, webinars, educational programs and other supports to help.

INFORMATION BOOKLETS

We publish information booklets about epilepsy in English and French! Free online!

KIDS ON THE BLOCK

We offer free live performances of the Kids on the Block Puppet show to teach about epilepsy!

SUPPORT PROGRAMS

Check out our support programs for EEA members, adults and families!

NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS

Find out what’s new at the Edmonton Epilepsy Association. Discover the events that we host each month. Some are open to the general public, some require a membership. Join the Edmonton Epilepsy Association to experience all we have to offer.

FOCUS ON EPILEPSY NEWSLETTER

Read all about our activities and programs in our newsletter! Download for free!

LEARN ALL ABOUT UPCOMING EVENTS!

Check out what we plan for the next few months and register for all our programs and services!

BECOME A MEMBER!

Join our association, and discover all the benefits of being an EEA member!

MEMBERSHIP

Become a member of the Edmonton Epilepsy Association. The EAENA has been around for over 60 years. Your membership entitles you to access special programs, features and events that are only available to members. We have membership levels for Individuals, Families and Organizations. Persons with epilepsy, individuals and professionals who are interested in supporting the cause, caregivers, families and friends are welcome to join. Find out how easy it is to become a member and access all our special services and programs! Join today!

EAENA STORE

Support the Edmonton Epilepsy Association by purchasing our products! We use 100% of proceeds from our sales to keep our doors open, answer all phone calls and emails and build awareness and education about epilepsy!