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Healthy Aging CORE Alberta

The knowledge hub connecting organizations that support and advance independent living for older Albertans. This Healthy Aging CORE Alberta site is an initiative run by Healthy Aging Alberta.

Are you an older Albertan looking for information or assistance? Visit the 211 helpline at www.ab.211.ca

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Upcoming Trainings & Events

Webinars, workshops, conferences, symposia, and other training and events relevant to healthy aging are listed by date and also indicated on a monthly calendar. Training modules and curricula, archived webinars, and other training resources are also available in the Resources section.

Resources

Resources on CORE include checklists, toolkits, reports, studies, videos, and other materials on topics relevant to those working or volunteering in support of healthy aging and older adults independent living.

[Webinar] CPCLW Jan Partners Meeting- Alberta Caregiver Strategy and Strategic Action Framework

CPCLW CORE Group

Caregiver Centered Care discusses the current status of the Alberta Caregiving Strategy and the Strategic Action Framework they have developed.

[Tools] Retirement Hub 2026

Government of Canada

To support Canadians who are either retired or starting to plan for retirement, the Government of Canada recently enhanced the Retirement Hub—originally launched in 2023—by adding new resources and making it easier to use.

[Impact Story] How One Van Is Re-Connecting Seniors To Their Community

United Way BC

A new 10-seat van is transforming life for Terrace seniors—reducing isolation, restoring access to services, and creating moments of connection along the way.

Groups

Groups are where CORE participants can share information and stories, ask questions, learn, and collaborate. Open discussion groups can be accessed by any member of CORE; closed groups are available by invitation only. Groups are looking for voices from across the province and country to connect, strengthen the sector, and amplify diverse community voices, strengths, needs, and challenges for collective action!


Current Callouts:​​

Immigrant Senior Sector Connections group- If you serve immigrant older adults, we are looking for your voice as a general member, occasional volunteer, or even a group (co)lead!

Intergenerational CoP group - is now doing work on a NATIONAL level! If you do intergeneration work come join us!


We need you! Join a Group below!

Whatever your capacity level, there is a place for you on CORE Alberta. If you would like to talk more about group leadership, please contact us!


Have an idea for a capacity-building even, training, or Community of Practice topic you would like to see on CORE? Fill out our form.

Programs and Initiatives

Programs and Initiatives profiled on Healthy Aging CORE provide examples of the important work being done by local, provincial, and national organizations and the value of these programs and initiatives in promoting health and well-being and fostering resilience for older adults seniors. CORE members can add their program for older adults to this list and update their posts when they have new information! Click "+ New Program" in top right to get started.

About Us

Healthy Aging CORE Alberta (Collaborative Online Resources and Education) is a free knowledge-sharing and learning platform designed to connect and strengthen the sector while amplifying the issues and needs of Older Albertans. CORE Alberta does this by providing a digital space for CBSS organizations and allies to share knowledge, host learning opportunities, and collaborate with others on common issues or aligned priorities.

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