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CANADA | Oct 23, 2026

[Article] Minister's Seniors Service Awards 2026

On October 1, 2026, recipients, community leaders and guests gathered at Government House in Edmonton for the Minister’s Seniors Service Awards. The ceremony honoured nine individuals and organizations for their outstanding service and the meaningful difference they make in the lives of Alberta’s seniors.

[Project] Participatory Budgeting

Participatory budgeting (PB) is a democratic process in which community members decide how to spend part of a public budget. It gives people real power over real money.

[News] Provincial funding will expand Rimbey transportation options

Staff with Rimbey Community Home Help Services are thrilled with provincial grant funding that will significantly bolster transportation services in the community.

[Article] Where care feels like home — and the next generation is learning why it matters

A partnership between Optima Living and the University of Alberta is shaping the future of seniors’ care, one relationship at a time.

[News] S.P.R.U.C.E marks Seniors' Week in Sundre with activities

Non-profit group planned a play, barbecue, gala and aging well fair among other activities June 1 - 6

[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-investig

Congratulations to the City of Grande Prairie on your Alberta Age-Friendly Recognition Award

the City of Grande Prairie was recognized with the Age-Friendly Alberta Recognition Award. The award recognizes communities that are taking meaningful steps to support older adults by creating inclusive, accessible, and supportive environments.

[news] Announcing the 2026 Age Better Grant Recipients

HelpAge Canada is delighted to announce the recipients of the 2026–2027 Age Better grants.

[Nominate] Canada's Volunteer Awards

Canada's Volunteer Awards (CVA) recognizes volunteers, non-profit organizations, and businesses for their contributions to the voluntary sector across the country. The Awards highlight the many ways t

[Survey] Understanding Supports Needed for People with Dementia

The Canadian Dementia Learning and Resource Network (CDLRN) at the Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging is launching a national survey to better understand the needs and gaps in support for people