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CANADA | Dec 18, 2025

[Article] Opinion: Family violence crisis demands action now

Calgarians take pride in our community spirit, our ability to tackle big challenges and in looking after our neighbours. Yet, right now, thousands of people in this city are not safe in the place they should feel safest — their own home.

The Social State of Giving

New patterns in the ways supporters of different generations choose to give, share, and interact with causes they care about

[Article] Building Connections: The Friendly Calls Experience

In times of crisis, the kindness and support of others can make a world of difference. The Canadian Red Cross Friendly Calls Program isn’t just about making phone calls – it’s about building mea

[Impact Story] Lee Valley Men's Shed

With nearly 100 chapters located across Canada, Men’s Shed provides members with a safe space to work on projects while building meaningful relationships with other likeminded men in their community

[News] Award-winning program brings infants, librarians into Edmonton seniors' residences

Edmonton Public Library's Together We Grow program is expanding

[News] How 'compassionate ageism' made its way into design of new technology

Ideas of later life being a time of dependency and frailty are encoded in tech, says researcher

[Alberta] Alberta Blue Cross sponsoring Finding Balance campaign to bring awareness to the risk of falls

Alberta Blue Cross has partnered with the Alberta Injury Prevention Centre for the annual Finding Balance campaign

[News] CUPS Calgary Society and The Alex Community Health Centre will receive $6.6 million and $11.6 million, respectively, over the next two years to expand their services.

CUPS Calgary Society and The Alex Community Health Centre will receive $6.6 million and $11.6 million, respectively, over the next two years to expand their services.

[News] Food Banks Canada Releases Hunger Count 2024

Food Bank Use in Canada - Buckling Under the Strain

[Survey] Living with a Life-Limiting Illness: Access to Care and Related Experiences

Understanding the experiences of individuals with life-limiting illnesses and their unpaid caregivers