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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The Unforgotten - a film and toolkit to raise awareness about the impact of colonialism, racism, and trauma experienced by Indigenous people
BUILD: Films and Networked Health
The Unforgotten is a film and resource to help explore the impacts of colonialism, systemic racism, and the ongoing trauma experienced by Indigenous people in the Canadian health care system. Created by BUILD: Films and Networked Health, with funding from the Canadian Medical Association, the film
A Thoughtful Canada Day
Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada
Review compiled information and resources to help inform your Canada Day celebrations and actions towards Reconciliation from the Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada.
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Canadian Residential Schools
University of Alberta Library
For over a hundred years Indigenous children, often very young, were taken from their families and kept in government-funded, church-run residential schools, often far from their homes. The aim of these schools was to remove parental influence, spiritual, cultural and intellectual, from the children
Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada
Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada
Explore the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada's website and read through their findings and Final Report. Read the Calls to Action and understand your role in truth and reconciliation.
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Sparking Change: 3 Ways to Engage in Advocacy
Jack Showers, Imagine Canada
Trying to spark change and advance policy priorities, even in a small way, is a challenging task for any nonprofit organization. Working with the federal government to spark broad social change is especially daunting.
But your voice matters, and it deserves to be heard by decision-makers. By engagi
Rural Older Volunteers and the COVID-19 Pandemic
Trent University
During large-scale global crises, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, there is an urgent need to understand the experiences of those living and working within it.
A study from Trent University's Rural Aging Research Program, Rural Older Volunteers and the COVID-19 Pandemic examined the experiences o
Fundraising Best Practices: Getting Back to Normal
Caitlin Simpson, Calgary Chamber of Voluntary Organizations
In getting closer to normal life again, it’s important to evaluate your fundraising strategy and make sure you’re ready to pivot once more. Is your organization moving the needle on your mission? Too many people rely on you so there really is no option other than to go all in. This includes fund
Reflecting on a Year of Crisis and Nonprofit Advocacy
Emily Jensen, Imagine Canada
Photo credit: Calgary Food Bank relieves food insecurity and provides support for clients who are experiencing emergency situations.
With more than half of Canadian adults having received their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine and Dr. Tam confirming we’re past the peak of the third wave, the fu
Work Smarter, Not Harder: 8 Ways to Take Control of Your Day
Niagara Institute
Overworking isn't sustainable and burnout isn't healthy. While working hard is admirable and at times necessary, if you are perpetually overworking, there are things you can do to improve your situation. In the following guide, we've shared eight ways you can take control of your day to work smarter
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