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
Recent News
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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.
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Jan 27, 2026 @ 10:00 AM (MST)
[Webinar] CPCLW - January Partners' Meeting
Jan
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Jan 27, 2026, @ 2:00 PM (MST)
[Webinar] How Utilities Consumer Advocate Helps Older Adults
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Jan 28, 2026, @ 12:00 PM (MST)
Understanding Bills, Comparing Retailers- UCA Power Hour [Webinar]
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Feb 4, 2026, @ 1:00 PM (MST)
Understanding Utilities in Alberta - UCA Power Hour [Webinar]
Resources
[Article] Canada’s mental health system is “disjointed,” data analysts reveal service gaps
Future of Good - Sharlene Gandhi
[Report] Perspectives on Growing Older in Canada - 2025 report
National Institute on Ageing (NIA)
[Article] Alzheimer's Month 2026: What older adults need to know
McMaster Optimal Aging Portal
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.
Newsletter
Sign up for the Healthy Aging CORE Alberta e-news to keep up-to-date with activity from the platform and the Community-Based Seniors Services (CBSS) sector across the province.