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CANADA | Apr 17, 2025
[News] Burlington Men's Shed stuffing backpacks help homeless
Members of the Burlington Men's Shed launched 'Backpacks for Betterment'
READ MORECanada’s 2021 Census: Number of Seniors Over 85 Expected to Triple in Next 25 Years
The latest census data from 2021 shows Canada’s seniors over the age of 85 are among the fastest growing age groups in the country, marking another milestone on the slow march to what experts warn w
Over-85s Are One of the Fastest Growing Cohorts in Canada. How Can Cities Become ‘Age-Friendly’?
Experts warn that the coming grey wave will test the limits of our beleaguered health-care and long-term-care systems and demand sacrifices from families faced with shortages of personal support worke
As Canada’s Population Ages, What Happens to Affordable, Accessible Housing?
Experts say more affordable and accessible housing is needed for Canada's aging population with seniors over the age of 85 reported as the fastest-growing age group in the country.
The latest census
Statement by the Prime Minister on National Immunization Awareness Week
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement to mark National Immunization Awareness Week, which runs from April 23 to 30, 2022:
“Today, as we mark the 20th National Im
Improving Community Facilities Across Alberta
Alberta’s government is investing $4.5 million to upgrade or build 84 public-use facilities in communities across the province.
The Community Facility Enhancement Program provides matching funding
Immunization Awareness Week: Minister Copping
Minister of Health Jason Copping issued the following statement on National Immunization Awareness Week:
“April 23 to 30 is National Immunization Week, an opportunity to raise awareness about one
Statement by the Prime Minister on National Volunteer Week
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on National Volunteer Week, taking place from April 24 to 30, 2022:
“Volunteers are the lifeblood of communities and organi
Alberta Culture Days Grant Applications Open
Alberta Culture Days Grant Applications
Moving Surgical Recovery Into High Gear
Alberta is moving forward with a rapid action plan to transform Alberta’s surgical system by putting patients first.
As part of this priority work, chartered surgical facilities in Edmonton and Cal
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