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CANADA | Sep 02, 2026

[News] Top 7 Over 70 recipients for 2026 announced

The Community Foundation of Southeast Alberta has announced the seven recipients of its 2026 Top 7 Over 70 awards, recognizing older adults who continue to make significant contributions to their communities.

Caring for our caregivers: The power of social prescriptions

Article on the needs of caregivers and the benefits of social prescribing

Federal Government Pre-Budget Consultations

Canadians are invited to Share Their Priorities of the 2025 Federal Budget

Why increasing Canada’s health budget for preventive and social care makes sense fiscally and medically

public health programs should be led by specialized community connectors who link patients with local services and resources.

A 'hopeless' feeling: Struggling seniors face sky-high rents and few, if any, options

A 'hopeless' feeling: Struggling seniors face sky-high rents and few, if any, optionsSlightly more than 1/5th of Canada's seniors who live in private dwellings are rentersRon Sept is getting desperate

[Announcement] The Chrysalis Innovation Challenge

Calling all changemakers! Are you passionate about creating a better future for older adults? Do you have a brilliant idea, program, or technology that empowers them to live with choice, dignity, and

Transforming Healthy Aging in Alberta

We are looking to engage older adults, family members and unpaid caregivers, and service providers to provide their insights and experiences in this area via short interviews

" Charities and giving - What's new" electronic mailing list

Electronic mailing list - Charities and giving - What's new

[News] Bridge to Oasis is Changing the Landscape for Older Adults

CBC Radio interview-BTO and Unison for generation 55+ Elder Abuse Project

[Research Study] COVID medications to help adults feel better faster

A national study to evaluate the effectiveness of current and future Covid-19 medications is now recruiting participants