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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

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.

New ways to celebrate and recognize special dates

Proposed legislation would create a new way for Alberta’s government to recognize dates that hold significant meaning for Albertans. Alberta’s government recognizes many special dates throughout

AHS mandatory vaccination policy lifted

Effective March 10 at 4 p.m., Alberta Health Services (AHS) will no longer require proof of COVID-19 vaccination or regular rapid testing of its current workers. Alberta joins other provinces such as

Province delivers certainty for public health rules

COVID-19 health policy will be consistent across Alberta, thanks to changes introduced to the Municipal Government Act (MGA). Bill 4, the Municipal Government (Face Mask and Proof of COVID-19 Vaccina

Edmonton non profit issues urgent plea for washers and dryers

A not-for-profit organization that helps women across Western Canada who have to leave home for cancer treatment has issued a request for help. Compassion House Edmonton's washers and dryers are out