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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

Protecting the health-care system from Omicron peak

Alberta is taking immediate actions to protect Albertans and health-care system capacity as hospitalizations from COVID-19 rise. COVID-19 hospitalizations have surpassed any other time in the pandemi

New homes, brighter futures in Fort Saskatchewan

The governments of Alberta and Canada are celebrating the construction of a new $17.3-million affordable housing development that will provide needed homes for seniors, individuals and families in For

Building healthy, vibrant communities

Alberta’s government is supporting communities by investing $10.6 million to upgrade or build 88 public-use community facilities across the province. The Community Facility Enhancement Program prov

How to know when it’s time for seniors to stop driving

Driving is a lifeline for many retirees – a fundamental part of their lifestyle that allows them to maintain friendships, visit family, remain independent and participate in community activities. B

Immunocompromised Albertans eligible for fourth dose

More than 80,000 Albertans will soon be able to receive fourth doses of COVID-19 vaccine to bolster immunity. In line with recommendations from the National Advisory Committee on Immunization (NACI)

Public sector anti-harassment training

An online anti-harassment course delivered to all Alberta government employees is now being offered to all agencies, boards and commissions across the province. The course provides knowledge and s

More than 8M vaccine doses administered

More than eight million doses of COVID-19 vaccine have been administered since December 2020, providing Albertans with critical protection against infection. This includes 89.7 per cent of Alberta

Mentoring newcomers for success in Alberta’s workforce

Funding of $1 million is available to help newcomers access mentorship opportunities to build their careers and further diversify Alberta’s economy. The Alberta Immigrant Mentorship Innovation Grant

Creating Community Prosperity in Alberta’s Recovery: CCVO Alberta Pre-Budget 2022 Submission

The pandemic has taught us that nonprofits and charities, governments, and businesses can respond quickly in times of emergency and provide support for our communities – and that we are more effecti