[Recording] ShedFest PANEL - Health by Stealth

New Research Highlights the Impact of Men's Sheds

Data released at ShedFest West from the 2025 National Shedder Survey is helping strengthen the case for community-based solutions to loneliness, social isolation, and wellbeing among men.

Led by HelpAge Canada, the research reinforces what Shedders across the country already know firsthand: connection changes lives.

The survey demonstrates the measurable impact of Men’s Sheds in improving wellbeing, fostering a sense of belonging, and supporting healthier aging. It also highlights the potential of the Shed model as a practical, scalable approach to prevention and health promotion.

This growing evidence base is helping demonstrate the important role Men’s Sheds can play in supporting healthier, more connected communities. The full research panel presentation from ShedFest West—including discussion of the findings and their implications for community wellbeing and healthy aging—is available to watch online.