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CANADA | Sep 17, 2026

[Article] How age-friendly public spaces support independence and connection

Public spaces greatly affect our everyday lives. Sidewalks, parks, green spaces, and other shared areas allow us to exercise, meet others, participate in communities, and complete errands that sustain our everyday needs. However, public spaces are not always designed with older adults in mind.High c

AGE-WELL invests over $10 million in 22 new research projects

AGE-WELL NCE Inc. (Aging Gracefully across Environments using Technology to Support Wellness, Engagement and Long Life) is pleased to announce funding for 22 new research projects that leverage techno

Legislation on COVID-19 disability payment receives Royal Assent

Bill C-20, An Act respecting further COVID-19 measures, today received Royal Assent, ensuring that the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS) will continue to protect jobs by helping businesses keep e

20 million free masks available province-wide

On July 13, 2020 the Government of Alberta announced that Albertans have another chance to pick up free non-medical face masks at the counter or drive-thru of their local A&W, McDonald’s Canada

Affordable Housing Review Panel

On July 9, 2020, the Government of Alberta announced that The Affordable Housing Review Panel has been appointed to review Alberta’s affordable housing system. This review will explore ways we can m

Expanding access to COVID-19 testing

Alberta will offer asymptomatic COVID-19 testing at community pharmacies, making it easier for Albertans to access testing and help stop the spread. A limited number of community pharmacies will

Alberta moves to stage two of relaunch

Strong testing data shows active COVID-19 cases in Alberta are lower than expected, meaning stage two of the relaunch strategy can safely begin on June 12, a week sooner than expected. Learn more her

20 million masks to be distributed to Albertans

Government’s relaunch strategy includes providing free non-medical masks to Albertans who need them. A&W, McDonald’s Restaurants of Canada Ltd. and Tim Hortons are partnering with the Alberta

Unique help line aims to connect Albertans who need physical therapy during pandemic

A new advice line set up to help Albertans with physical disabilities and injuries connect with rehabilitation advice during the pandemic is believed to be the first of its kind in Canada. As restri

Government of Canada announces online tool, “Find financial help during COVID-19” to assist Canadians in accessing financial support

The Honourable Joyce Murray, Minister of Digital Government, announced a web-based benefits finder tool, “Find financial help during COVID-19”, on canada.ca/coronavirusbenefits, to help people l