3 weeks ago
BLOG: From Workshop to Well-Being: The Mental Health Benefits of Men’s Sheds
When people hear “Men’s Sheds,” they often picture sawdust-covered workbenches, buzzing power tools, and the smell of freshly cut wood. While many…
3 weeks ago
BLOG: Skills, Stories, and Support: What Happens Inside a Men’s Shed?
Men’s Sheds are more than just spaces to work with tools and wood—they are thriving hubs of community, connection, and personal growth. Across Canada,…
1 month ago
BLOG: How Men’s Sheds Combat Loneliness and Isolation Through the Power of Connection
In a world that often values independence and self-reliance, many men find themselves struggling with loneliness and isolation. Social connections can…
2 months ago
Squamish Men’s Shed Hosts Seniors’ Minister Joanne Thompson and M.P. Patrick Weiler
On Thursday February 13, members of the Squamish Men’s Shed had the pleasure of hosting The Honourable Joanne Thompson, Federal Minister of Seniors…
3 months ago
Feb. 18: Join Edmonton Region Men’s Sheds at the Virtual Love Letter to Men Conference
February 18-20, the Alberta Men’s Collective presents a national virtual conference called A Love Letter to Men, with a focus on Men’s mental health…
3 months ago
Lee Valley Tools Welcomes the Men’s Sheds Canada Team
A definite highlight of our Board and staff strategic planning meeting in Ottawa last week was our visit to the Lee Valley Tools headquarters to meet…
3 months ago
New Year, New Plans
The new year means annual planning for the Men’s Sheds Canada team. While gathering in Ottawa for a planning retreat, the Board and Staff of MSC took…
3 months ago
Men’s Sheds and Mental Health on Bell Let’s Talk Day
Today is Bell Let’s Talk Day. Every year on this day, Bell Let’s Talk Day highlights the importance of mental health, with this year’s focus on…
5 months ago
BLOG: Ten reasons for your community to consider establishing a Men’s Shed
A Men’s Shed provides a space where men and connect, share skills and support each other. It fosters a sense of community, promotes mental well-being…
5 months ago
Quebec ShedFest: un grand succès!
The village of Knowlton, Quebec on beautiful Lac Brome was abuzz on November 20 and 21 for the first ever Quebec ShedFest. Shedders from the Lac Brome…
5 months ago
Dr. Barry Golding Keynote Webinar Recording Now Available
On November 20 MSC had the honour of presenting Dr. Barry Golding in a Keynote Webinar presentation entitled “Connection. Camaraderie. Community:…
5 months ago
Breaking the Silence: Men’s Grief Panel
Men’s Sheds Canada was pleased to be invited by the BC Hospice Palliative Care Association to participate in a panel discussion at the annual Grief…
5 months ago
A Trek atop Mt. Kilimanjaro for a Men’s Shed Flag
The Men’s Shed concept has been celebrated around the world, but never quite like this. Thanks to Wayne and Lori Van Wyk, who have been friends and…
5 months ago
Today is International Men’s Day
International Men’s Day, marked every year on November 19, celebrates worldwide the positive value men bring to the world, their families and…
6 months ago
Registration still open for special webinar event with Dr. Barry Golding November 20
Honorary Professor in Adult and Community Education at Federation University, Australia, Dr. Barry Golding is widely recognized as a global authority…