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CANADA | Nov 06, 2026

[Media Release] Budget 2026: Milestone Change to Canada Caregiver Credit Puts Money into the Pockets of Caregivers

Toronto, November 5, 2026 – The Canadian Centre for Caregiving Excellence (CCCE), a program of the Azrieli Foundation, is heartened to see real, concrete, action for caregivers in the 2026 Federal Budget with changes to the Canada Caregiver Credit (CCC). If passed, these reforms will make the CCC

Grants Will Support Diversity and Combat Racism

Alberta is launching a new grant program to increase cultural awareness and help Albertans address racism. The Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Grant Program is investing $1 million for community org

Making Seniors Feel Right at Home

The new 115-unit Gilchrist Commons seniors lodge is addressing the need for more affordable seniors housing in northeast Calgary. Seniors are already moving into their new homes located near a full r

Bursaries to Assist Health-Care Aides

Alberta’s government is investing $12.8 million to create new bursaries to assist students with education costs and encourage them to become Health Care Aids (HCAs). The HCA Education Funding p

Senior for Hire

Age is a popular talking point for the boss and a couple of employees at an Edmonton hardware store. "I enjoy the challenge and I like to mentor people," said Bill McGregor, 67, who has been managing

MRU Chair Focuses on Unique Needs of Aging Population

Mount Royal University’s chair in Older Adult Health is more aware than ever of the challenges and opportunities for the University in focusing on this growing segment of the population. Jocelyn Re

Seniors’ Debt a Growing Concern, Says Alberta Credit Counsellor

Whether it's the cost of groceries, utility bills, pump prices, or rising interest rates, Calgary credit counsellor Shari Thiel says something has caused more seniors to fall into debt and reach out f

‘Money Is Not Going as Far’: Food Bank Campaigns Become More Urgent as Inflation Rises

The demand for hampers across the province has risen by 30 per cent from 2019 to 2021, said Food Banks Alberta CEO Arianna Scott whose agency represents 109 food banks. “We’re seeing new families

Bivalent Booster Rollout to Begin for Those 18+

Starting on Sept. 21, appointments for the bivalent COVID-19 booster vaccine can be booked, with vaccine administration also beginning on Sept. 21. After a thorough and independent scientific review,

With Rentals Scarce, a Program That Houses Students With Seniors Is Growing Fast

As rental prices rise in many Canadian cities, students are finding it more difficult to secure affordable housing. One program is offering an alternative that is not only easier on student wallets, b