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CANADA | Aug 06, 2026

[Blog] More than a ride: What paratransit means for older adults’ independence

Transportation is much more than getting from point A to point B. It allows older adults to buy groceries, attend healthcare appointments, visit family, engage with their community and practice faith and maintain relationships.For older adults who cannot drive or choose to use public transportation,

[Recording] Pan-Canadian CBSS Sector Virtual Check-In: Shared Purpose & Progress

Community-Based Seniors’ Services (CBSS) partners from across the country to reconnect, reflect on recent progress, and explore what’s ahead.

[Survey] OurCare National Survey 2025

We want to know if your care is meeting that standard. Take our survey — your voice will help us shape a better system.

[Article] WHAT TRENDS WILL IMPACT CHARITIES AND NONPROFITS IN THE SECOND QUARTER OF 2025?

Tariff impact, the DEI backlash, and growing Canadian nationalism are some of the trends we’re keeping an eye on. So far, the second quarter of the year has been defined by the Canadian federal e

[Research] Aging with Affirmation: A study to examine the social service experiences and needs of older transgender and gender diverse adults in Canada

A qualitative study to examine the healthcare and social service experiences and needs of transgender and gender diverse (TGD) older adults in Canada

[News] Healthy Aging Alberta gathering discusses seniors' service strategies

Healthy Aging Alberta (HAA) hosted its Northern Alberta regional gathering in St. Paul May 15. The day-long gathering brought together community-based seniors-serving organizations to receive information and provide feedback.

[News] National Volunteer Action Strategy

A series of initiatives are underway to support the National Volunteer Action Strategy (NVAS).

[Indigenous Conference] Virtual and In-Person Connect Event

It is the 10-year anniversary of the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s report. Keynotes and representatives from the sectors will discuss what has happened the last 10yrs for the 94 Calls to Action.

[News] ICD-RBC Foundation Scholarship

Help enable underrepresented organizations to elevate their governance oversight.

[Report] The impact of US tariffs for Canada’s not-for-profit sector

The report posits that the three main channels that will be impacted by tariffs will be decreased funding, increased costs of inputs due to counter-tariffs, and a greater need for services.