Literacy, Leadership and Heart: Students Exemplify Values Shared by TEPF and Calgary Flames

The Educational Partnership Foundation was proud to partner with the Flames Foundation and Calgary Flames players Zach Whitecloud (no. 28) and Zayne Parekh (no. 19) for a recent Books for Kids and Reading…Give it a Shot! presentation at Holy Trinity School. During the visit, students heard messages about perseverance, teamwork and kindness. After the event, […]
Strengthening Partnerships and Advancing Trades Training at the Edmonton Leader’s Dinner

The Edmonton Leader’s Dinner brought together industry, government, and labour partners for an evening of meaningful dialogue focused on the future of Alberta’s skilled trades workforce. TEPF President & CEO Barb Simic joined colleagues from the Building Trades of Alberta (BTA) and several TEPF Training Partners to discuss opportunities to enhance trades training and apprenticeship […]
TEPF Hosts Successful Annual General Meeting

The Educational Partnership Foundation held its Annual General Meeting on March 11, 2026, hosted in person at Bennett Jones LLP and streamed remotely for attendees across the province. We were thrilled to welcome a strong turnout of funders, education and training partners, and supporters who joined our board and staff to reflect on another impactful […]
A Record‑Breaking Day of Community, Generosity, and Legendary Support: 24th Annual Legends for Learners Charity Golf Tournament

The 24th Annual Legends for Learners Charity Golf Tournament, presented by The Lawrence Schafer Foundation on August 11, 2025, was nothing short of extraordinary. This year’s event brought together an incredible community of sponsors, donors, volunteers, speakers, golfers—and of course, our Legends—to celebrate education, connection, and the power of opportunity. Thanks to the remarkable generosity […]
Books Build Futures Luncheon Raises Over $12,000 to Support Literacy Across Alberta

The inaugural Books Build Futures luncheon, hosted on April 29, 2025 at the Calgary Golf & Country Club in support of TEPF’s literacy programs, brought community leaders, literacy advocates, and supporters together for an afternoon of inspiration and impact. The event exceeded expectations, raising more than $12,000 to help ensure that every child can discover […]
Celebrating Literacy and Community at Patrick Airlie School

Patrick Airlie School was buzzing with excitement on April 22nd as students welcomed some very special guests who share our passion for reading. Calgary Stampeders stars Jaylen Philpot and Aaron Crawford—along with the always‑iconic Ralph the Dog—joined the school for a celebration of literacy that students won’t soon forget. This memorable event was made possible […]