Resources
Resources on CORE include checklists, toolkits, reports, studies, videos, and other materials on topics relevant to those working or volunteering in support of healthy aging and older adults independent living.
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[eLearning] OWL: Free online courses for nonprofits
OWL
Recent data shows just how urgent the shift to online learning is for nonprofits. Canada’s nonprofit/charity sector is more challenged than ever. It employs about 2.7 million people and contributes roughly 8.2% of GDP—about $192 billion annually. Yet many of these organizations are small and str
[Guide] Data Governance standard for the non-profit and charitable sector
Digital Governance Standards Institute (DGSI)
Outlines minimum requirements to responsibly collect, store, and use personal information from community
CORE 101 Training- November 2025
CORE AB, BC and National Platforms
general overview of the CORE platforms how they can be used in the work of the Community-Based Seniors Serving (CBSS) sector and its allies, and the benefits of the platform for connections and networking.
[Study] Research Participant Recruitment: Underdiagnosed and Underserved: Examining Socio-Linguistic Barriers to Dementia Diagnosis and Service
Mount Royal University
This exploratory qualitative study examines the availability and accessibility of dementia diagnosis tools and services for Indigenous, racially minoritized and people with socio-linguistic barriers in Calgary and Edmonton.
[Blog] We can fight hunger
Unison for generations 50+
Senior food insecurity is a growing but often overlooked crisis. It means means not having reliable access to affordable, nutritious food.
[Resource] Ageism Awareness & Education Module and Ageism Toolkit
Canadian Coalition Against Ageism (CCAA)
Two new educational resources on ageism
[Report] Report on policy options related to the topic of ageism targeting older Canadians
Government of Canada
This October, Employment and Social Development Canada has announced the publication of a new report on Ageism
[Podcast] Calgary Eyeopener: Talk of the Town - Strathmore
CBC Listen
A new 'Men's Shed' is in the works east of Calgary. Wheatland Family and Community Support Services is hosting the first meeting for a Men's Shed in the community of Strathmore, and that story is this week's Talk of the Town.
[Recorded Webinar] CPCLW - October Partners' Meeting
Connecting People and Community for Living Well Group
Learn about Alzheimer Society’s new projects and initiatives, including Dementia Supportive Communities and Cultural Communities
Newsletter
Sign up for the Healthy Aging CORE Alberta e-news to keep up-to-date with activity from the platform and the Community-Based Seniors Services (CBSS) sector across the province.