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CANADA | Jun 30, 2025
[Recording] Pan-Canadian CBSS Sector Virtual Check-In: Shared Purpose & Progress
Community-Based Seniors’ Services (CBSS) partners from across the country to reconnect, reflect on recent progress, and explore what’s ahead.
READ MORETwo Years of COVID-19: Half of Canadians say their mental health has worsened; women under 55 hit hardest
As Canadians hold onto hope that COVID-19 case totals will continue to trend downward, many are looking forward to a less stressful time in their lives.
What began as weeks of pandemic challenges tur
Exploring the hidden history of Indigenous relations with Ukrainian settlers
This article explores the relationship and interactions between the Indigenous peoples of Canada and Ukrainians who came to settle Canada, relaying some common bonds and tensions that also took place.
COVID at Two: Vast majorities say the pandemic has pulled Canadians apart, brought out the worst in people
Two years. Of illness and recovery. Of death and loss. Of scientific breakthroughs at breakneck speed. Of moments of unexpected kindness. Of anxiety and hope. Of solidarity and empathy, but lately, an
Budget 2022 boosts EMS capacity
A significant increase in Emergency Medical Services (EMS) funding will put more ambulances on the street and improve response times.
The $64-million, or 12.2 per cent, increase will help EMS respond
Pop-up vaccine clinics to support Calgary families
Two special vaccination events in northeast Calgary on March 12 and March 19 will help protect Albertans against COVID-19.
COVID-19 vaccines, as well as influenza and pneumonia vaccines for adults, y
New recovery community to be built near Edmonton
Alberta’s government is transforming the McCullough Centre in Gunn from a housing program into a long-term intensive addiction treatment program.
The Gunn recovery community will have a campus-styl
188 affordable housing units to become available for Calgary seniors
A $38 million project spanning three building sites in a partnership between the City of Calgary and the federal government will provide 188 affordable units specifically meant for seniors to Calgary.
New ways to celebrate and recognize special dates
Proposed legislation would create a new way for Alberta’s government to recognize dates that hold significant meaning for Albertans.
Alberta’s government recognizes many special dates throughout
AHS mandatory vaccination policy lifted
Effective March 10 at 4 p.m., Alberta Health Services (AHS) will no longer require proof of COVID-19 vaccination or regular rapid testing of its current workers.
Alberta joins other provinces such as
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