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CANADA | May 05, 2026

[News] Seniors-serving groups discuss solutions at Lac La Biche meeting

Community-based seniors-serving organizations from northern Alberta came together in Lac La Biche April 17 for an annual regional gathering, hosted by Healthy Aging Alberta (HAA).

Expanding access to the Canada Emergency Response Benefit and proposing a new wage boost for essential workers

The COVID-19 pandemic has placed particular demands on low-income workers in certain sectors, including individuals on the front-line in hospitals and nursing homes, workers ensuring the integrity of

COVID-19 Guidance for High-Risk and Essential Workplaces

To help high-risk occupations and essential services and industries work safely during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) has developed a series of p

Government of Canada launches Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy Calculator for Employers

To help employers keep and re-hire workers amidst the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Government is implementing the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS).

Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Indigenous communities

The Government of Canada supports First Nations and Inuit communities in preparing for, monitoring and responding to COVID-19.

Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan

The Government of Canada is taking immediate, significant and decisive action to support Canadians and businesses facing hardship as a result of the global COVID-19 outbreak.

Boosting charitable donations during COVID-19

Starting April 15, the Alberta government will match donations up to $2 million to Alberta-based charities and non-profit organizations with COVID-19 fundraising campaigns. Organizations will be waivi