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CANADA | Nov 07, 2025
[Article] Canada’s first Plain Language Standard
The new standard provides organizations with practical requirements and principles to remove communication barriers.
READ MORE[News] Alzheimer's Awareness Month 2025: Understanding, preventing, and supporting those affected
January is Alzheimer's Awareness Month in Canada. It is a time dedicated to raising awareness about Alzheimer's disease, understanding its impact on individuals and families, and exploring ways to reduce the risk of developing the condition. This month serves as an important reminder to educate ourselves, support research, and take action to promote brain health at every stage of life.
[News/Video] 'Men's Shed' providing a supportive space for Innisfail men
The group Men's Shed Canada is providing spaces for men to bond over their life experiences, socialize and work on projects that benefit their communities.
[News Release] The Government of Canada announces the theme for Black History Month 2025
Each year, Black History Month is an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of Black communities in Canada, listen to their stories, and learn more about their history and contributions to Canadian
[News] Celebrating Albertans who step up for seniors
Nominations are now open for the 2024-25 Minister’s Seniors Service Awards recognizing Albertans who display kindness, compassion and dedication to seniors.
[News] Refocusing continuing care for the future
As part of the health refocusing, Alberta’s government is moving forward with establishing Assisted Living Alberta – the provincial agency for continuing care.
[News] The Government of Canada announces the theme for Black History Month 2025
Each year, Black History Month is an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of Black communities in Canada, listen to their stories, and learn more about their history and contributions to Canadian
Healthy Aging CORE Research Spotlight: January 2025
Research Spotlight: ALZEducateALZEducate is an initiative of the Alzheimer's Society dedicated to providing high-quality, best practice-based online education for all using adult learning principles t
[News] Update on the extension of the deadline for making 2024 charitable donations
To help provide certainty as we head into tax season, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is confirming that it will proceed with administering the 2024 deadline extension for charitable donations.
[News] Minister's Seniors Service Awards
For 26 years, the Minister’s Seniors Service Awards have recognized and celebrated outstanding individuals and organizations for their service to Alberta’s seniors. Albertans are encouraged to nominate an individual, group or business that demonstrates excellence in their service and generosity to seniors through their volunteerism or philanthropy.
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