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CANADA | Dec 04, 2025
[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, receiving grocery deliveries during the COVID-19 pandemic. At the time, she preferred volunteers leave items
READ MORE[News Release] The Government of Canada announces the theme for Black History Month 2025
Each year, Black History Month is an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of Black communities in Canada, listen to their stories, and learn more about their history and contributions to Canadian
[News] The Government of Canada announces the theme for Black History Month 2025
Each year, Black History Month is an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of Black communities in Canada, listen to their stories, and learn more about their history and contributions to Canadian
[News] Update on the extension of the deadline for making 2024 charitable donations
To help provide certainty as we head into tax season, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is confirming that it will proceed with administering the 2024 deadline extension for charitable donations.
[Report] Men, Women and Social Connections
Roughly equal shares of U.S. men and women say they’re often lonely; women are more likely to reach out to a wider network for emotional support.
[News] Shop on GC surplus
Canadian charitable and non-profit organizations can access surplus assets from Government of Canada departments and agencies.
[News] The push for a national caregiving strategy
“This is an issue that deserves both a policy response and a political response.”
[News] National Non-Smoking Week
Help Canadians live a smoke-free life The third full week of January marks National Non-Smoking Week, a time to reflect on the benefits of a smoke-free life. If you smoke, quitting is one of the bes
[News] FortisBC's Energy Conservation Assistance Program: Community Partners Offer
FortisBC's Energy Conservation Assistance Program: Community Partners Offer (ECAP CPO) works to reduce utility bills within income-qualified households while also providing an honoraria to social serv
[Survey] Living with a Life-Limiting Illness: Access to Care and Related Experiences
Statistics Canada is currently conducting a study called Living with a Life-limiting Illness: Access to Care and Related Experiences. If you are living with a life-limiting illness or care for someone
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