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Blog: Evictions in Canada: Understanding the Causes and Consequences of Housing Instability

Edmonton Social Planning Council

In association with the University of Winnipeg, the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) research report, Evictions and Eviction Prevention in Canada, discusses the impact of housing evictions on families and individuals. Authors Sarah Zell and Scott McCullough examine the consequences ex

Remote Technology in the Pandemic: Rebalancing Toward Equity and Access

Rachel Nova and Mark Hager, Nonprofit Quarterly

We like to think that most nonprofits are concerned about their reach toward individuals who might struggle to connect with their offerings, at least in the best of times. Not all leaders think that way, but organizations that value equity of access must consider the plights of those who might be s

The Mental Health Experiences of Older People During the Pandemic

Mental Health Foundation, Independent Age

Older people’s mental health needs are often overlooked or dismissed as "part of getting older" but poor mental health in later life is not inevitable. The problems around older people’s mental health have remained or gotten worse since the start of COVID-19 pandemic. In this new joint report f

Understanding Systems: The 2021 report of the National Advisory Council on Poverty

Employment and Social Development Canada

In our first annual report, the National Advisory Council on Poverty provided a broad understanding of poverty in Canada. We also reported on progress made toward the Government’s poverty reduction targets and made a number of recommendations to the Government of Canada. This year, in addition to

Rethinking the Urban Physical Environment for Century-Long Lives: From Age-Friendly to Longevity-Ready Cities

Wang, C., Sierra Huertas, D., Rowe, J.W. et al.

Abstract: In response to increasing life expectancies and urbanization, initiatives for age-friendly cities seek to facilitate active and healthy aging by strengthening supports and services for older people. While laudable, these efforts typically neglect early-life exposures that influence long-t

2021 Living Wage Report – Single Adults in Edmonton

Edmonton Social Planning Council

A living wage is rooted in the belief that individuals and families should not just survive, but live with dignity and opportunities to participate in their community. A living wage is defined as the hourly wage that a primary income earner must make to provide for themselves, their families, and re

COVID-19’s Impact on Long-Term Care

Canadian Institute for Health Information

Residents in Canada’s long-term care (LTC) homes have been disproportionately impacted by COVID-19 infections and deaths. While the pattern of infections among LTC residents mirrors the first 3 COVID-19 waves observed in the community, those in LTC experienced more COVID-19 deaths. In Canada, LTC

Ounce of Prevention is Worth a Pound of Cure: Seniors' Care After COVID-19

Rosalie Wyonch, C.D. Howe Institute

A new report draws on the lessons learned during the pandemic, and assesses the challenges of the future. Conclusions include the following: Major investments and significant changes should be made in the long-term care sector, according to a new report from the C.D. Howe Institute. Author Rosal

Alberta’s Coordinated Community Response (CCR) Model - Infographic and Fact Sheet

Government of Alberta

A Coordinated Community Response (CCR) model involves a group of organizations and/or service providers working together to achieve common goals related to addressing elder abuse. These may include coordinating services for those affected by elder abuse, effective prevention strategies, and increase

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