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CANADA | Sep 10, 2026

[Participate] Understanding Older Men’s Spousal Caregiving: A Photovoice Study

Study backgroundThis three-year photovoice study is led by Dr. John Oliffe, Founder and Lead Investigator of the University of British Columbia’s Men’s Health Research Program, with co-investigators Dr. Jennifer Baumbusch and Dr. Lilian Hung, and community collaborators the Family Care

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[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

New study shows financial impact of homelessness on our health-care system

A new study out of London, Ont. lays out the cost of the homelessness crisis on our health-care system.

Calgary shelter for seniors feels housing crisis pressure

A shelter for seniors in Calgary’s core said it’s feeling the pressure of the ongoing housing crisis.

Men’s Shed comes to Medicine Hat

This year a Men’s Shed was opened at Unison’s Veiner Centre in Medicine Hat. Men’s Sheds are non-profit groups supporting senior men.

Congratulations to the Town of Banff on your Alberta Age-Friendly Recognition Award

Alberta’s government officially recognized the Town of Banff for demonstrating their commitment to becoming more age-friendly and for developing an age-friendly action plan.

TD study reveals distinct giving behaviour among Canadian female philanthropists

Donations made by women in Canada have nearly tripled since 2011

Food insecurity is at a crisis point': Advocate argues policy changes are needed

We need better policies that will provide people with the income they need to put food on the table, feed their families, and live healthier lives.