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CANADA | Aug 06, 2026

[Blog] The Loneliness Paradox: Why Staying Connected is More Than a Numbers Game

1. The Invisible EpidemicLoneliness has long been whispered about as a personal grievance, but behavioral science now recognizes it as a critical public health crisis. It is the silent toll isolation takes on the heart and the mind—a condition with physiological consequences as tangible as those o

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

Budget 2022 boosts EMS capacity

A significant increase in Emergency Medical Services (EMS) funding will put more ambulances on the street and improve response times. The $64-million, or 12.2 per cent, increase will help EMS respond

Pop-up vaccine clinics to support Calgary families

Two special vaccination events in northeast Calgary on March 12 and March 19 will help protect Albertans against COVID-19. COVID-19 vaccines, as well as influenza and pneumonia vaccines for adults, y

New recovery community to be built near Edmonton

Alberta’s government is transforming the McCullough Centre in Gunn from a housing program into a long-term intensive addiction treatment program. The Gunn recovery community will have a campus-styl

188 affordable housing units to become available for Calgary seniors

A $38 million project spanning three building sites in a partnership between the City of Calgary and the federal government will provide 188 affordable units specifically meant for seniors to Calgary.