The pandemic was a wake-up call, and connection was the lifeline we all came to recognize 🧡. When Chris from The Sharing Place heard Pete Bombaci speak, it shifted everything. It wasn’t just about food. It was about people. If you’re ready to create meaningful change in your

Thank you to Vancouver City Councillor @MikeKlassen for supporting the power of human connection to bring people, and cities, together. His welcome at our 2024 Human Connection Conference set the tone for the work ahead. Let’s keep building a more connected Vancouver 💬

It’s the first of the month, a good time to step back from the screen and reconnect. 3 ways to digital detox with connection in mind:.📍 Make offline plans, walks, games, volunteering. 🧠 One tab at a time = more focus, more presence. 📵 Leave your phone behind on short

Connection isn’t just a feeling—it’s something we build 💙.Our incredible partners are creating spaces where people feel valued, safe, and seen:. 🧩 @RecRespite – Inclusion through recreation.🧼 @SoapForHopeCan – Dignity through hygiene.🌟 Social Innovation Canada – Systems

In May, our CEO & Founder Pete Bombaci had the honour of presenting at the NOIIE Conference in Vancouver, an inspiring gathering of 200+ educators committed to equity, curiosity & meaningful learning. Thanks to all helping bring social health to schools 💬. #GenWell #NOIIE

We weren’t meant to do life alone. But somewhere along the way, we stopped making connection a priority. The truth is, people are struggling. And connection might just be the thing that helps us turn the tide. It’s time we change that. It’s time we start protecting connection

Last month, our CEO & Founder Pete Bombaci delivered a GenWell Social Health Workshop to the incredible team at @TheTorontoZoo 🧡. Curious about how Pete can bring the power of connection to your team or community? Head to and check out our Speaking

This is a real story from our community, a reminder that even the smallest moments of connection can leave a lasting mark 💙. Have a moment of kindness, connection, or love that changed you?. We’d be honoured to hear it: #GenWell

We recently sat down with Dr. Allison Crawford, Chief Medical Officer of 988, Canada’s Suicide Crisis Helpline, to talk about something powerful, the role of human connection in preventing suicide. Research and lived experience continue to show that suicide is often preventable.

Connection Tip: Just 20 seconds of hugging can release oxytocin, the “bonding hormone”, while lowering cortisol, heart rate & blood pressure 💙. Here’s the stat: 3+ meaningful interactions a day = less loneliness, better emotional regulation & stronger immunity. #GenWell

Our CEO Pete Bombaci recently sat down with former Molson CEO Dave Perkins, an early inspiration behind GenWell. In the 90s, Dave led with connection. 25 years later, that lesson still stands: real relationships drive real impact. #GenWell

What can we do today to improve our social health? It starts with intention, whether it’s talking to a stranger, showing up at work, or reconnecting with friends. Visit and click “Speaking Engagements” or simply search “GenWell Workshops” to learn more.

A few weeks ago, our CEO & Founder Pete Bombaci reconnected with Toronto artist John Coburn, whose piece for GenWell, created nearly 5 years ago, captured the power of real-world connection long before most saw it. John reminded us: connection happens everywhere. Parks. Schools.

We recently sat down with Dr. Allison Crawford (@Medpoiesis) , Chief Medical Officer of 988, Canada’s Suicide Crisis Helpline, to talk about connection, suicide prevention, and the small things each of us can do to help others feel seen and supported. @WHO @988Canada. #GenWell

At the CACUSS Conference in Halifax, we introduced our GenWell Heads Up program for college and university campuses. The response? Clear demand for action. The student services leaders felt connected to the message that there’s growing recognition that social connection is key to

A couple weeks ago, we sat down with Dr. Allison Crawford, Chief Medical Officer of 988, to talk about crisis prevention and connection. The truth is, loneliness can be dangerous. But connection can change the outcome. We can't wait to share more about this soon. #GenWell #988

Looking for a powerful voice on human connection?. Pete Bombaci, CEO & Founder of GenWell, is available for virtual keynotes, panels & webinars. Grounded in research, driven by purpose. Interested in having Pete as a guest speaker? Visit and head to

Throwback to the COCA Conference in early June!. GenWell’s CEO & Founder Pete Bombaci joined student leaders from across Canada to talk about the role campuses can play in building social health. It all starts with one community, connection on campus creates impact far beyond

We’re proud to be partnered with @CaregiverON 💙. Their dedication to supporting caregivers, especially those caring for older adults, reminds us how connection can change lives. See who’s walking with us & apply to join: #GenWell

“We’re just getting started.”. For nearly a decade, we were a small nonprofit with a big mission: to educate, empower, and catalyze 41 million Canadians around the power of human connection. As we shift to a registered charity, the need and opportunity has only increased.