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CANADA | Nov 21, 2024

The Social State of Giving

New patterns in the ways supporters of different generations choose to give, share, and interact with causes they care about

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Banks Now Required to Send Electronic Alerts to Customers

Starting June 30, 2022, your bank will be sending you alerts via email, text or mobile app to notify you of important activity in your accounts. These alerts are part of the new and enhanced protecti

As 24 months of pandemic restrictions lift are Canadians ready – or reluctant – to let go?

The winding down of COVID-19 restrictions has begun in most of the country, and it’s being met with both confidence, and concern. A new study from the non-profit Angus Reid Institute, in partnershi

Toward an Alberta model of wellness

Alberta’s government is helping everyday Albertans by making record breaking investments in addiction and mental health care. Budget 2022 includes about $1 billion annually for addiction and mental

Alberta Security Infrastructure Program Funding Increase

Funding for the Alberta Security Infrastructure Program has increased from $2 million to $5 million annually. This funding will support places of worship, not-for-profit agencies, registered charitie

Seniors facing tough choices as the cost of living rises, advocates say

Many seniors are having to make tough choices as a rising cost of living compounds difficulties brought about by two years of life during the pandemic. Canadians are now facing rising inflation and i

How to Turn Old Age Into the Prime of Your Life

Ever heard the age-old message that looks really aren't that important? Well, Dr. Marc Agronin says actually, they are! But not in the way you might think.  As a geriatric psychiatrist in Miami, Fl

Two Years of COVID-19: Half of Canadians say their mental health has worsened; women under 55 hit hardest

As Canadians hold onto hope that COVID-19 case totals will continue to trend downward, many are looking forward to a less stressful time in their lives. What began as weeks of pandemic challenges tur

Exploring the hidden history of Indigenous relations with Ukrainian settlers

This article explores the relationship and interactions between the Indigenous peoples of Canada and Ukrainians who came to settle Canada, relaying some common bonds and tensions that also took place.

COVID at Two: Vast majorities say the pandemic has pulled Canadians apart, brought out the worst in people

Two years. Of illness and recovery. Of death and loss. Of scientific breakthroughs at breakneck speed. Of moments of unexpected kindness. Of anxiety and hope. Of solidarity and empathy, but lately, an

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