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CANADA | Aug 11, 2026

[Join Study] A Modern Profile of the Volunteer Engagement Profession

Volunteering is changing. Canada needs a new picture.In the more than two decades since Canada last measured volunteer engagement nationally, the nonprofit sector has transformed. Leaders who support volunteers deserve advocacy, resources, and recognition. This study will help make that happen.When

Healthy Aging CORE Research Spotlight: January 2025

Research Spotlight: ALZEducateALZEducate is an initiative of the Alzheimer's Society dedicated to providing high-quality, best practice-based online education for all using adult learning principles t

[News] Update on the extension of the deadline for making 2024 charitable donations

To help provide certainty as we head into tax season, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is confirming that it will proceed with administering the 2024 deadline extension for charitable donations.

[News] Minister's Seniors Service Awards

For 26 years, the Minister’s Seniors Service Awards have recognized and celebrated outstanding individuals and organizations for their service to Alberta’s seniors. Albertans are encouraged to nominate an individual, group or business that demonstrates excellence in their service and generosity to seniors through their volunteerism or philanthropy.

[News] Helping non-profits access vital info

The Alberta Non-profit Listing Dashboard is an interactive, searchable database using the official records of the Alberta Corporate Registry. Albertans can search for the location, type and incorporation status of non-profit organizations across the province. Users also have access to charts and graphs of important data that may inform operations and program development.

[Report] Men, Women and Social Connections

Roughly equal shares of U.S. men and women say they’re often lonely; women are more likely to reach out to a wider network for emotional support.

[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