Innovation Training

Innovate. Connect. Thrive.

Innovation training for Primary Care

InnovateHealth is a training program for Alberta’s primary care teams, helping healthcare professionals build the skills and confidence to drive innovation and lead change within the province’s evolving health system.

From training to transformation.

InnovateHealth is a multi-session training program that equips participants with practical tools and strategies to tackle real-world challenges and foster meaningful innovation.

Funded through the Primary Care Innovation Grant, the program supports the goals of Modernizing Alberta’s Primary Health Care System (MAPS).

This training is available to primary care leaders, physicians, administrative staff, and health teams across Alberta.

Module 1

Innovation Fundamentals

Explore the foundations of innovation. This module highlights the science behind innovation, shares diverse perspectives, and encourages reflection on how to identify opportunities for innovation.

Module format: Self-directed, online

Duration: 30 minutes

Dates: Launching January 2026

Module 1

Module 2

Coaching as Conversation

Learn how to use coaching as a powerful tool for communication and leadership. This module builds core coaching skills that strengthen decision-making, support quality improvement, and foster healthier workplace cultures. Participants will also explore strategies to navigate conflict and create more inclusive environments.

Module format: Online or in-person

Duration: 18 hours over 3-4 months

Dates: Launching January 2026

Online cohorts

Tuesdays, 8 to 10 a.m. MT: February 10, 17, 24; March 10, 17, 24; April 14, 21, 28, 2026
Wednesdays, 5 to 7 p.m. MT: March 4, 11, 18; April 15, 22, 29; May 20, 27; June 3, 2026
Thursdays, 4 to 6 p.m. MT: January 22, 29; February 5, 26; March 5, 12; April 9, 16, 23, 2026

In-person cohorts (located at 60 Uxborough Pl NW #600, Calgary, AB)

Wednesdays, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. MT: January 28; February 18; March 11, 2026
Thursdays, 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. MT: February 12; March 12; April 9, 2026
Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.: April 25; May 16; June 13, 2026

Note: Participants are asked to sign-up for one cohort.

Module 2

Module 3

Human Teamwork

Strong teams are at the heart of innovation. This module focuses on how groups can collaborate effectively and build psychologically safe environments. Participants will practice the mindsets and skills needed to work together on meaningful projects, ensuring that innovation efforts are both productive and sustainable.

Module format: Online or in-person

Duration: 7 hours

Dates: Launching March 2026

Note: This module is for team sign-up — individual sign-up is not available.

Module 3

Module 4

Implementing and Sustaining Innovation

Turn ideas into action. This module equips participants with practical strategies for testing, implementing, and sustaining innovation in their own settings. The focus is on tackling real-world challenges and building momentum for long-term success.

Module format: Coming soon

Duration: Coming soon

Dates: Launching 2026

Module 4

Built together.

InnovateHealth is being developed in collaboration with primary care partners and guided by the experiences of healthcare teams across Alberta. Course delivery is managed by Praxus Health, in partnership with Thought Architects.