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CANADA | Oct 23, 2026

[Article] Minister's Seniors Service Awards 2026

On October 1, 2026, recipients, community leaders and guests gathered at Government House in Edmonton for the Minister’s Seniors Service Awards. The ceremony honoured nine individuals and organizations for their outstanding service and the meaningful difference they make in the lives of Alberta’s seniors.

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Alberta’s Open for Summer Plan

Alberta’s Open for Summer Plan provides a three-stage road map to lifting health restrictions and safely getting back to normal. The plan provides Albertans with a clear picture of a summer without
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Government of Canada works with communities and organizations to support food security for Indigenous Peoples during COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic has heightened food security concerns for Indigenous Peoples and communities. Indigenous Services Canada has been working with Indigenous partners and will continue to provide su
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COVID-19 impacts on productivity growth and gender differences in employment

Labour productivity posts second-largest increase since 1981 During the pandemic, labour productivity posted its second-largest increase since 1981, rising 3.8% from the fourth quarter of 2019 to the
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Yes, remnants of discriminatory urban planning remain

The way we build cities reflects how we view ourselves— and how we view others. For decades, zoning bylaws and restrictive covenants have worked to keep parts of North America’s cities white, rele
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TELUS Health first in Canada to provide residents with innovative LivingWell Companion personal emergency response services on Apple Watch

TELUS Health, the largest Canadian-owned provider of personal emergency response services (PERS), today announced it is revolutionizing how Canadians experience wearable emergency support in Canada by
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Opinion: We need a national shift to ensure Canadians age with 'zest and dignity'

The impact of COVID-19 has been tragic for seniors and their families. Deaths in long-term care facilities have been staggering. The pandemic has also exposed many broader issues beyond LTC facilities
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New long-term care standards will fall flat without money or enforcement, experts warn

The federal government is spending $3 billion over five years to establish new standards to improve long-term care in Canada. Advocates say the money alone is not enough — that they want measures to
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Update from Canada’s Minister of Seniors, Deb Schulte

Update from Canada’s Minister of Seniors, Deb Schulte Seniors across Canada tell me they are worried about their financial security and outliving their savings. Some older seniors share how their l
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Pandemic pet: communal cat brings comfort for Calgary seniors

Silvera’s first Cat Room opened in April. Fostering felines has brought a lot of joy to residents and employees at Valleyview! This initiative has been a few years in the making. Silvera was inspir
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