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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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International Federation on Ageing Expert Centre
International Federation on Ageing
The International Federation on Ageing (IFA) works to be a global point of connection to experts and expertise as a means to help influence and shape policy related to older people and population ageing.  Toward this outcome the IFA launched a “virtual expert centre,” that features thought le
The Need for Culturally-Informed Approaches to Food Security
Edmonton Social Planning Council
Traditional approaches to food security often emphasize food availability, access to nutritious foods, the ability for individuals and households to utilize and prepare healthy foods, and the overall stability of those factors.
While that approach may help vulnerable populations gain access to heal
COVID-19 scenario planning for nonprofit and philanthropic organizations
Monitor Institute by Deloitte
Navigating uncertainties in the social sector
The COVID-19 crisis has created a moment of hyper-uncertainty for social sector organizations. No one knows how the future will unfold, but the tools of scenario planning can help social sector leaders better prepare their organizations for the differen
Going out safely during COVID-19 – Infographic Resource
Public Health Agency of Canada
A new awareness resource shared by the Government of Canada to help communicate how to assess risk when going out.
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ESCTVYEG - curated online streaming channel for 55+
Edmonton Seniors Centre
ESCTVYEG is a free online streaming service operated by Edmonton Seniors Centre. It’s easily accessible, just click on the link and unmute the sound! No software to download and no fees to pay. You can watch from a computer, a tablet, a smartphone, or a TV. All you need is an internet connection!
WEBINAR: Cities in the Time of COVID-19: How is the COVID-19 pandemic affecting ageing populations?
Canadian Urban Institute
Recording of the July 21, 2020 Webinar Cities in the Time of COVID-19: How is the COVID-19 pandemic affecting ageing populations?
The webinar, organized by the Canadian Urban Institute, features experiences from age-friendly work in Nova Scotia, Ontario, Alberta, and British Columbia.
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From Emergency to Opportunity: Building a Resilient Alberta Nonprofit Sector After COVID-19
Calgary Chamber of Voluntary Organizations
On Monday, July 20, the Calgary Chamber of Voluntary Organizations (CCVO) released their newest report From Emergency to Opportunity: Building a Resilient Alberta Nonprofit Sector After COVID-19. In this report, CCVO combined recent research from across Canada with data from their own Alberta Nonp
Comparison of Pandemic Experience in the Long-Term Care Sector in Canada with other countries
Canadian Institute for Health Information
Canada’s long-term care (LTC) sector has been especially hard hit by the COVID-19 pandemic. More than 840 outbreaks have been reported in LTC facilities and retirement homes, accounting for more than 80% of all COVID-19 deaths in the country (as of 9 p.m. ET on May 25, 2020). This short analysis e
COVID Signpost 100 Days
Canadian Urban Institute
COVID Signpost, 100 Days examines how life in Canadian cities has changed over the first 100 days of COVID, specifically in how we live, move, work, care and prosper.
The report draws on research from across Canada, including public health data and a survey conducted by the market and social resear
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