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CANADA | Feb 10, 2026

[Article] Creativity, Care and the Rise of Social Prescribing

Originally published: February 5, 2026Healthcare often starts with the question, “What’s the matter with you?” Bringing the arts into care introduces another: “What matters to you?” The shift reflects a more holistic view of health—one the World Health Organization defines as “a state

Global Intergenerational Week 2024

Click HERE to learn moreSE Health is excited to lead Global Intergenerational Week 2024 in Canada. From April 24 to May 1, we are highlighting the importance of people of different ages coming togethe

[Article] Social isolation linked to biological age gap, higher mortality rate

ROCHESTER, Minn. — A new study from Mayo Clinic finds that socially isolated people are more likely to show signs of being biologically older than their age and more likely to die from a variety o

[Article] 2024 Polytechnic Showcase spotlight: How Sheridan is leveraging AI for improved elder care

Click HERE to read the full articleFrom improving healthcare to confronting climate change, polytechnics have a front-row seat to industry’s most pressing talent and productivity challenges. Ahead o

[News] Refocusing health care: mental health and addiction

Alberta’s government is creating two new organizations that will support the development of the mental health and addiction system of care.

[Article] Reducing alcohol consumption for older adults

Reducing alcohol consumption for older adults

[Radio Article] A new initiative offers long-overdue mental health and social support for caregivers

A new initiative offers long-overdue mental health and social support for caregivers

Healthy Aging CORE Research Spotlight: March

Research SpotlightThe Canadian Coalition for Seniors' Mental Health (CCSMH) is committed to improving the quality of care and support for older adults throughout Canada by working tirelessly to bridge

[News] The reality of loneliness among Canada’s elderly. Why is it getting worse?

The reality of loneliness among Canada’s elderly. Why is it getting worse?

[Open Call for Members] Canadian CBSS Interim Community Leadership Council

The Canadian Community-Based Seniors’ Services (CBSS) Interim Community Leadership CouncilHelpAge Canada and its partners are thrilled to announce the establishment of the Canadian Community-Based