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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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Supporting Canadians Aging at Home Consultation (deadline April 23, 2023)
National Seniors Council
The National Seniors Council has launched an online consultation to hear from people about ways to further support those wishing to age in their homes and communities for as long as possible.Have your say! Take part in the consultation by completing this online survey by April 23, 2023.Spread t
Report: Tackling Loneliness through the Built Environment
Campaign to End Loneliness
The design of our neighbourhoods can play an important role in tackling loneliness and helping people connect. Our report Tackling Loneliness through the built environment (2022) sets out why the built environment matters for loneliness, what features make a difference to our experience, and how t
Appropriate Prescribing and Medication Use for Older Albertans: Seeking Feedback and Ideas
Provincial Seniors Health and Continuing Care
Imagine taking a walk in the life of George. George is a 78-year-old man living in a supportive living facility. He takes 28 pills everyday but does not know what they are for. His daughter Laura is also struggling to find out why he needs these many medications. Gaining insights to these experience
Too Essential to Fail: 2023 Platform Priorities
The Nonprofit Vote
With a Provincial Election on the horizon, we want the nearly 300,000 nonprofit workers and the communities they serve prioritized in party platforms. Weâre speaking up - and you can join us!Hereâs how the Government of Alberta can help support jobs, ensure community well-being and attract inves
Looking Back and Looking Forward: How the COVID-19 Pandemic Changed Us
Statistics Canada
Three years after COVID-19Â was declared a pandemic, life in Canada has changed in many ways. Economic activity in Canada has proved resilient throughout the pandemic, as households and businesses adjusted to the enforcement and removal of public health restrictions. However, many of the social impa
The Age of Rage:Â 2023Â Environmental Scan
James Stauch, Institute for Community Prosperity
Commissioned by the Calgary Foundation, this seventh annual scan looks at a wide range of contemporary and emerging issues, locally, provincially, nationally, and beyond, adding context to current events, and illuminating undercurrents and âsleeperâ trends. In addition to regular updates on econ
Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) Community Consultation Survey
City of Calgary
The City of Calgary is currently exploring Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) approaches that are being used in Calgary. While this approach is already being used in some of The City's programs, we are hoping to learn how ABCD is being applied by other organizations, what support is needed to
2023 Healthy Aging Alberta Regional Gatherings: Call for Presentations
Healthy Aging Alberta
Healthy Aging Alberta is seeking presentation proposals from CBSS professionals for the Conversation Cafe portion of our 2023 Regional Gatherings.Anyone interested in sharing their experiences, ideas, or success stories with the greater CBSS community is invited to submit a presentation proposal.P
Public Health Emergencies Governance Review Panel: Input Requested
Government of Alberta
The Public Health Emergencies Governance Review Panel will review the legislation that guided Albertaâs response to COVID-19 and recommend changes to improve the handling of future public health emergencies for Albertans.Experts and members of the public are invited to share their input on what a
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