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CANADA | Jan 20, 2025

[News] Shop on GC surplus

Canadian charitable and non-profit organizations can access surplus assets from Government of Canada departments and agencies.

[News] The push for a national caregiving strategy

“This is an issue that deserves both a policy response and a political response.”

[News] National Non-Smoking Week

Help Canadians live a smoke-free life The third full week of January marks National Non-Smoking Week, a time to reflect on the benefits of a smoke-free life. If you smoke, quitting is one of the bes

[Survey] Living with a Life-Limiting Illness: Access to Care and Related Experiences

Statistics Canada is currently conducting a study called Living with a Life-limiting Illness: Access to Care and Related Experiences. If you are living with a life-limiting illness or care for someone

Advancing Innovation in Aging: Key Learnings from Walk With Me 2024

Conference key learnings compiled to share widely and encourage ongoing reflection

Alzheimer's Awareness Month

January is Alzheimer's Awareness Month in Canada. Learn what that means and how you can get involved.

Government of Canada announces extension of 2024 charitable donations to February 28, 2025

This extension will mitigate the impacts of the four-week Canada Post mail stoppage.

[News] Ipsos Poll: Majority of Canadians with Household Income Below $60K May Soon Turn to Charities to Meet Daily Essential Needs

Charities facing sustained, high demand for essential services

[News] Scams of the Holiday Season 2024

Scams typically ramp up during the holiday season, many targeting older people

[Article] Voices from the North: Strengthening Healthy Aging Through Community Connections

From November 5-8, the Healthy Aging Alberta Community Development team travelled extensively, covering over 1,500 km to engage with several communities across Northern Alberta. Learn more about their trip and what they heard.