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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

65 per cent of eligible Albertans fully vaccinated

As of July 29, 65 per cent of eligible Albertans have received both doses of vaccine through Alberta Health Services, community pharmacies and physician clinics. Alberta remains above the national av

Adapting COVID-19 measures to support Albertans

With strong vaccine uptake, Alberta will gradually bring COVID-19 measures in line with other respiratory viruses to ensure health system capacity for the fall. Nearly 75.6 per cent of eligible Alber

Doctors Worry That Memory Problems After COVID-19 May Set The Stage For Alzheimer's

Concerns are starting to arise about the long-term ramifications of COVID-19 on people's future health. Here is one example of a case: Before she got COVID-19, Cassandra Hernandez, 38, was in great

Critical Worker Benefit application open to Aug. 31

Extending the deadline for applications gives employers more time to apply as they focus on reopening their businesses. As Alberta’s economy recovers, small and medium-sized businesses are focused

Expanding broadband internet in rural Alberta

As part of Alberta’s Recovery Plan, Alberta’s government will invest up to $150 million to expand and improve broadband internet in rural, remote and Indigenous communities. Currently, about 80 p

75 per cent of eligible Albertans now vaccinated

More than 2.8 million Albertans have rolled up their sleeves to protect themselves, their loved ones and their communities from COVID-19. As of July 22, 75 per cent of eligible Albertans have receive

Supporting Indigenous-led mental health efforts

Alberta’s government will invest nearly $8 million to support Indigenous-led efforts to care for mental health, including supporting the healing of residential school survivors and their families.

UCF Researcher Identifies Models For Healthy Aging

Su-I Hou, professor and founding director of UCF’s School of Global Health Management and Informatics, identified models of how older adults can best “age in community” mentally and physically.

Housing helps Blackfoot women start a new chapter

The governments of Alberta and Canada will fund new housing for Blackfoot women who intend to move to Lethbridge from nearby reserves. This unique project will provide 14 safe and stable housing unit