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CANADA | May 29, 2026

[Nominate] Canada's Volunteer Awards

Canada's Volunteer Awards (CVA) recognizes volunteers, non-profit organizations, and businesses for their contributions to the voluntary sector across the country. The Awards highlight the many ways that volunteering strengthens our communities.The call for Nominations is now OPENPlease submit a nom

Immunization Awareness Week: Minister Copping

Minister of Health Jason Copping issued the following statement on National Immunization Awareness Week: “April 23 to 30 is National Immunization Week, an opportunity to raise awareness about one

Statement by the Prime Minister on National Volunteer Week

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on National Volunteer Week, taking place from April 24 to 30, 2022: “Volunteers are the lifeblood of communities and organi

Alberta Culture Days Grant Applications Open

Alberta Culture Days Grant Applications

Moving Surgical Recovery Into High Gear

Alberta is moving forward with a rapid action plan to transform Alberta’s surgical system by putting patients first. As part of this priority work, chartered surgical facilities in Edmonton and Cal

Creating Stronger Communities in Alberta

The Community Initiatives Program is providing $4.4 million in funding to organizations through two of its funding streams. These streams support social issues and create opportunities for Albertans t

Enabling Energy Rebates for Nearly 2M Albertans

The Utility Commodity Rebate Act would replace the Natural Gas Price Protection Act with new enabling legislation for both electricity and natural gas rebates. If passed, forthcoming regulations u

A Path Forward to Support Alberta’s Workforce

Alberta’s government is moving forward with investments in job training that will support Albertans on their career path, providing them with the skills needed today and into the future. Alberta at

Calgary Veterans Hope to Find Financial ‘Breathing Room’ in New Affordable Housing

Silvera for Seniors is working with the Veterans Association Food Bank to provide an affordable housing option to veterans on a fixed low-income where rental rates are based on 30 per cent of gross in

Why Navigating Your COVID Risk Is Now Harder Than Ever

Figuring out where you're most at risk of catching COVID-19 is more challenging than ever in Canada's Omicron-fuelled sixth wave, and tried-and-tested strategies for avoiding infection are proving les