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CANADA | Oct 08, 2026

[Article] Mental health doesn't retire

Originally published: Oct 7, 2026October 10 is World Mental Health Day. This year's theme from the World Federation for Mental Health, Lived Experiences Heard: Real Voices, Real Change, is about listening to people who've been there.For a lot of older adults, that kind of conversation doesn't come e

[News] Ongoing support, services benefit adults with mental-health issues

Adults living with mental-health challenges will continue to have access to low- or no-cost counselling services to help them get well.

[Pilot Project] Respite for ALL

This program is designed to support working caregivers who face affordability challenges by offering 10 hours of free home-based respite.

[News] New income tax reporting requirements for nonprofits

The Department of Finance Canada released draft legislation for previously announced tax measures that will change the way in which nonprofits report to the government in 2026.

[Survey Release] Long-term Sustainability of Canadian Charities

Charities are concerned about their long-term sustainability and 37% of charities do not have a formal succession plan for executive leadership positions.

[News] Lifelong learning opportunities for older adults

From discovering a new hobby to deepening your knowledge in a favourite subject, there are endless ways to keep learning at any age.

[Survey] Nonprofit funding data needs assessment

Imagine Canada and the Grant Connect team are building a new, data-driven platform to better understand the flow of funding in Canada so they can identify trends, opportunities, and inequities.

[News] Engaging on Build Canada Homes

Share your insights and recommendations on Build Canada Homes by Aug 29, 2025

[Survey Release] Mental health and well-being of people working in the charitable sector

For the past three years, CICP has been tracking the status of mental health and well-being of staff and volunteers in the sector.

[Survey] IFA Survey on the Lived Experiences of Older People at the Midpoint of the Decade

Your input will help inform global efforts to improve the environments in which older people live, access comprehensive care, and ensure older people are supported to live with dignity, purpose and choice.