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CANADA | Dec 11, 2024
[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
READ MOREAlberta Housing Sector’s Response to Passing of Bill 78: Alberta Housing Amendment Act
After years of consultation with the Government of Alberta, the Alberta Seniors & Community Housing Association (ASCHA), which represents over 100 organizations that provide community and seniors
Fall session: Alberta’s Recovery Plan moves ahead
Alberta’s Recovery Plan came into sharp focus during Alberta’s legislature sitting, with major advancements on creating jobs and diversifying the economy.
The fall session started on Oct. 25
No bus ride, no forms, just food — how tiny charity startups have pushed big players to change
The pandemic has led to the birth and growth of numerous startup charities as an alternative to established and long-standing charitable organizations. Operating on a more informal basis that seeks to
A new weapon in the fight against opioid overdose
Alberta’s government is the first in Canada to fully cover the cost of the injectable opioid treatment drug Sublocade. The treatment lasts in a person’s system for 30 days, providing stabiliza
Social Snacking Campaign
Learn about the "Social Snacking" campaign - combatting mental health threats brought forward by the pandemic.
WATCH HERE
Alberta seniors warn others after CERB disrupts pension payments: ‘I can’t go on like this’
Two Alberta seniors are hoping their recent experiences with claiming the Canadian Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) can help others know they’re not alone with their frustrations.
CERB was rolled
Investment leverages $170M to accelerate innovation
An investment of more than $22 million through the Alberta government’s Research Capacity Program will support research infrastructure and technology development at the University of Calgary.
The R
Stars of Alberta awards celebrate volunteers
The awards coincide with International Volunteer Day, a global initiative to recognize the work, dedication and contributions of volunteers.
Two awards are presented in the youth, adult and senior ca
Setting newcomers up for success
Organizations can apply for grants that help newcomers access services to make Alberta their home and contribute to economic recovery.
Non-profit organizations supporting newcomers building a new
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