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Healthy Aging CORE British Columbia

The knowledge hub connecting organizations that support and advance independent living for older British Columbians.

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Recent News

[Report] Canada's Food Price Report 2026

Canadian families will spend up to $994 more on food next year.
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[Feature] The many faces of loneliness

Older men struggle to navigate isolation. ‘Social prescribing’ can help ease its burden
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[Impact Story] Elizabeth's story (Volunteer Cowichan Better at Home)

After years of keeping the world out, Elizabeth finally welcomed life back in thanks to Better at Home.Elizabeth first joined Better at Home through Volunteer Cowichan in Duncan, BC, in 2021, receivin
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Upcoming Trainings & Events

Webinars, workshops, conferences, symposia, and other training and events relevant to healthy aging are listed by date and also indicated on a monthly calendar. Training modules and curricula, archived webinars, and other training resources are also available in the Resources section.

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Dec 11, 2025 @ 10:30 AM (PST)

[Webinar] Top Frauds Affecting Seniors In Canada

Learn to recognize seniors who may be at risk and how to support them
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Jan 27, 2026, @ 8:00 AM (PST)

[Webinar] Aging Playfully: Reimagining the Possibilities

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Feb 12, 2026, @ 10:00 AM (PST)

[Training] CORE 101 Training Session

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Apr 9, 2026, @ 10:00 AM (PDT)

[Training] CORE 101 Training Session

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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.

[Report] 2025 report card on physical activity for adults

ParticipACTION

The third (2025) edition of the Report Card, Moving Beyond Stagnation: Elevating Physical Activity in Canada
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[Report] Housing Supply Needs and Challenges for a Diverse Seniors Population in Canada

Federal/Provincial/Territorial (FPT) Ministers Responsible for Seniors

In June 2021, the Federal/Provincial/Territorial (FPT) Ministers Responsible for Seniors Forum identified "supportive housing for a diverse seniors population” as a key forum priority for the 2022 to 2025 work cycle.Today, we are pleased to announce the publication of the report on Housing Supply
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[Guide] Community Asset Mapping Guide for Social Prescribing

Canadian Institute for Social Prescribing (CISP)

This guide is intended for link workers (aka community connectors), healthcare providers, community organizations, policymakers, funders, and community members who are working to strengthen social prescribing in Canada. Its purpose is to support more effective referrals, foster collaboration across
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Groups

Discussion groups are where CORE participants can share information and stories, ask questions, learn, and collaborate. Open discussion groups can be accessed by any member of CORE; closed groups are available by invitation only.

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Programs and Initiatives

Programs and Initiatives profiled on Healthy Aging CORE provide examples of the important work being done by local, provincial, and national organizations and the value of these programs and initiatives in promoting health and well-being and fostering resilience for older adults seniors.

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About Us

Healthy Aging CORE (Collaborative Online Resources and Education) is a platform to connect local, regional, provincial, and national non-profit, government, and academic organizations and coalitions that focus on programs, services, policies, practices, and research aimed at supporting older Canadians to age in place in their homes and communities.
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