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CANADA | Oct 30, 2025
[Study] Canadian Study on the Wellbeing of Solo Retirees
Despite the high numbers of solo retirees, we know little about their wellbeing and lived experience. This study will capture their voices.
READ MORENew Recovery College Classes Available (Edmonton)!
                    CMHA Recovery College courses are interactive and create positive learning experiences, emphasizing connection, hope and belonging. An emphasis is placed on individual’s talents and strengths. Cours
                
            Alberta Updates COVID-19 PCR Testing Program
                    Alberta will continue to provide PCR COVID-19 testing for Albertans most at risk of severe illness and who live or work in high-risk settings.
Beginning July 18, several eligibility and operational c
                
            Celebrating Alberta’s Heritage
                    Alberta’s government is officially recognizing September 1 as Alberta Day to celebrate Alberta’s rich cultural heritage and recognize its unique place in Confederation.
The Government of Alberta
                
            Apply Now for the Civil Society Fund (Round Three)
                    All sectors and sizes of organizations can now apply for grants up to $500,000 through the third round of the Civil Society Fund.
Alberta’s government is investing an additional $6 million through
                
            Lethbridge Housing Authority Secures Funding for Seniors Housing Project
                    In her sixth attempt to secure a response from city council in the past year, Robin James finally left council chambers on Tuesday with a smile on her face. James, the chief administrative officer of
                
            Electricity Rebate Program Extended Until December
                    Nearly two million homes, farms and businesses will receive electricity rebates for the rest of the year to help cover high bills amid rising energy costs.
The electricity rebate program will now off
                
            Nominations for the Canadian Mental Health Association, Alberta Division Awards Now Open (deadline September 30, 2022)
                    Do you know a mental health champion in your community? Nominate them for a Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Alberta Division Award today!
Each year, CMHA, Alberta Division recognizes men
                
            10% Increase to the Old Age Security Pension for Seniors Aged 75 and Older
                    Canadians are living longer than ever before. As they age, older adults tend to have lower incomes and often face higher health-related expenses because of the onset of illness or disability. This fin
                
            Natural Gas Rebate to Support Albertans
                    Starting October 1, all consumers connected to the natural gas distribution system and paying a bill directly to a natural gas retailer with less than 2,500 gigajoules (GJ) of annual natural gas consu
                
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