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CANADA | Feb 10, 2026

[Article] Creativity, Care and the Rise of Social Prescribing

Originally published: February 5, 2026Healthcare often starts with the question, “What’s the matter with you?” Bringing the arts into care introduces another: “What matters to you?” The shift reflects a more holistic view of health—one the World Health Organization defines as “a state

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Expanding COVID supports for all Albertans

All Albertans are now eligible to receive self-isolation supports to help limit the spread of COVID-19. Prior to this expansion, only Albertans in Edmonton and Calgary were eligible for the $625 paym
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The Medically At-Risk Driver (MARD) Centre issues a second funding call for alternate transportation for seniors’ service providers in rural and remote Alberta - Application due March 31

MARD Centre issues a second funding call for alternate transportation for seniors’ service providers in rural and remote Alberta The spread of COVID-19 and temporary closures of alternate transport
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Volunteer Airdrie seeking new recruits for Volunteer Driver Program

READ FULL ARTICLE Volunteer Airdrie is seeking assistance with transportation for seniors and disabled residents. Over the past three months, there has been a large increase in requests for drivers
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Limited provincewide changes to public health measures

Easing of restrictions for outdoor gatherings, personal services and funeral attendance will take effect Jan. 18. While indoor gatherings remain prohibited, up to 10 people will be allowed at outdo
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Satellite vaccine clinics open in emergency departments and progress to date

Nine satellite clinics have already taken place, with more than 425 emergency department staff vaccinated. As more vaccine becomes available, additional clinics will be opened for eligible staff. Albe
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Rapid testing expands to include vulnerable Albertans

Rapid testing will be expanded across the province to reach Albertans in homeless shelters, long-term care facilities and remote rural communities. Starting Dec. 18, rapid point-of-care testing will
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Winners of Minister’s Seniors Service Awards announced!

On December 15, 2020, the Honourable Josephine Pon, Minister of Seniors and Housing, presented awards to nine Albertans. Selected from 100 nominations – the most since 2007 – the 2020 Minister’s
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Decade of Healthy Ageing

On December 14th, 2020, the United Nations General Assembly declared 2021-2030 the Decade of Healthy Ageing.  What is the Decade of Healthy Ageing? The United Nations Decade of Healthy Ageing (2
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Covid: Students and retirees form long-distance friendships

A heartwarming story about connections made between students and retirees who have been left isolated during the pandemic across languages and cultures. READ MORE HERE
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