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CANADA | Oct 15, 2025

[Blog] Prescriptions for aging well: Muscle, strength and protein matter

As we age, many of us begin to think more seriously about how to maintain our health, independence, and quality of life. In a recent webinar, Dr. Stuart Phillips, Professor of Kinesiology at McMaster University and Canada Research Chair in Skeletal Muscle Health, shared compelling insights into how muscle, strength, and protein play a vital role in aging well.

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Working together to define elder abuse

Alberta’s government is seeking input from the public to update the definition of elder abuse. A new public survey is now open and Albertans are invited to provide input into the new definition of
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Driving unemployed Albertans back to work

Alberta’s government is strengthening the workforce by launching the second phase of the Driving Back to Work grant program. Funding totalling $5 million in 2021-22 will provide 500 unemployed Albe
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Day of Older Persons in Alberta: Minister Pon

Seniors and Housing Minister Josephine Pon issued this statement on the Day of Older Persons in Alberta: “Each year, we mark Oct. 1 as the Day of Older Persons in Alberta. “On this fall day, we
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Statement by the Prime Minister on National Seniors Day

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on National Seniors Day: “Canada’s seniors have helped shape this country, and raised, mentored, and invested in generati
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Necessary steps to protect the health-care system

Alberta will accept federal support to help protect the health-care system and the health of Albertans during the fourth wave of the COVID-19 pandemic. Increasing hospitalizations and intensive care
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New vaccination policy for Alberta Public Servants

The Government of Alberta is implementing a proof of COVID-19 vaccination policy for all Alberta Public Service employees. Employees will have until November 30 to submit proof of full vaccination.
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Day for Truth and Reconciliation: Minister Wilson

Rick Wilson, Minister of Indigenous Relations, issued the following statement declaring Sept. 30 a Day for Truth and Reconciliation in Alberta. “The Day for Truth and Reconciliation honours First
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Statement by the Prime Minister on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation: “Today, I invite everyone across the country to recognize and observe the
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Expanding rural front-line health-care education

Wainwright and area residents can now earn a university degree to become a registered nurse without leaving their home community. In partnership with Alberta Health Services and the University of Cal
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