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CANADA | Apr 13, 2026

[Report] Retirement and post-retirement employment among older Canadians

This report was written by Sharanjit Uppal, Brittany Etmanski, Vincent Hardy and Sébastien LaRochelle-CôtéUsing data from the Labour Force Survey, this study presents trends in the number of retirements and summarizes the reasons for retirement. Additionally, it uses data from the Survey of Finan

Calgarian wins $20K award for Indigenous housing stability research

When the senior leadership at Horizon Housing, a non-profit affordable housing provider, wanted to figure out why so many Indigenous tenants were involuntary leaving their units, Calgary research cons

Digital Overdose Response System expansion continues

Communities surrounding Edmonton and Calgary can now access the Digital Overdose Response System (DORS), a mobile app designed to help Albertans using opioids and other substances while alone in their

Innovative housing model builds bright futures

A new Londonderry housing development provides services, amenities and safe, affordable homes for 240 families in north Edmonton. The development offers families the choice of one- to five-bedroom su

Possible privacy breach on vaccine records website

A technical issue on the website used to access the updated QR code vaccine record for travel has resulted in a possible privacy breach on the morning of November 24. Alberta Health’s support desk

Inspiration Awards: Statement from Minister Luan

Minister of Community and Social Services Jason Luan issued the following statement on the Inspiration Awards: “Nominations are now open for the Inspiration Awards. I encourage all Albertans to

Restrictions Exemption Program updated

Starting November 29, ski hills can operate outdoor activities without implementing the Restrictions Exemption Program (REP) and trade shows can opt into the program. Ski hill operators can implemen

Investment leverages $130 million to boost innovation

New funding for research infrastructure at the University of Alberta will strengthen Alberta’s position as a leader in research and technology development. The University of Alberta is receiving cl

REP safety training now available

Alberta’s front-line workers can now access safety training to help them keep businesses open and patrons safe during the pandemic. The Restrictions Exemption Program Safety Training is available t

QR code vaccine record updated for travel

Albertans planning to travel can download an updated vaccine record with a QR code to use within and outside Canada on Nov. 24. Alberta’s vaccine record will be updated to meet the recommended Cana