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CANADA | Jun 18, 2025

[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 election and the breakneck speed of global trade disruptions. Uncertainty is the name of the game rig

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[Nominations Open] Healthy Aging Impact Awards

These awards will recognize those who make a meaningful impact in their communities through collaboration, innovation, and integrity.

COURAGE Sponsored National Survey

findings from the recent Ipsos survey conducted on behalf of COURAGE: Action for Better Aging between March 28 and April 1, 2025.

COURAGE Action for Better Aging: April Action Update

The COURAGE advocacy campaign continues, highlighting the need for a national aging strategy that addresses the key issues and opportunities that older adults and their support systems face across Canada.

[News] City of Grande Prairie launching Social Prescribing Initiative

The City of Grande Prairie is partnering with the Grande Prairie Primary Care Network to introduce a new Social Prescribing Initiative.The initiative aims to allow care providers to make a social pre

[Article] City Partners With Grande Prairie Primary Care Network For New Social Prescribing Initiative

The City of Grande Prairie is excited to partner with the Grande Prairie Primary Care Network (GP PCN) to introduce a new Social Prescribing initiative for ages 55 and older, funded by the Government of Alberta.

[News] Sundre 'ready for action' on Link worker

SUNDRE – Following preliminary assessments and public engagement sessions intended to explore a local social prescribing model, Sundre is in a position to take the next steps toward introducing a Link worker.

[News] Link workers are icebreakers connecting clients with community

SUNDRE – Sometimes, a senior who perhaps has become isolated as a result of mental or physical health issues simply needs a little help to break out of their shell so they can once again shine.

[News] Provincial funding will help provide seniors in rural communities, such as the Foothills Region, with transportation services

Transportation services help rural seniors maintain their independence. To help keep seniors and those with mobility issues connected with their neighbours and their community and enable them to do day-to-day tasks, such as visiting the doctor or grocery shopping, the Alberta government is providing funding for accessible and affordable transportation services.

[News] Rural Alberta Seniors get funding from Provincial Government

Alberta’s government is investing $3.5 million to partner with Healthy Aging Alberta to expand transportation and mobility services for seniors in rural communities.Whether for connecting with neigh

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