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CANADA | Apr 15, 2026

[Impact Story] Holding People in the Space They’re In

As 2026 is the International Year of the Volunteer, we’ve prepared this special series to celebrate Nav-CARE volunteers across the country who so generously give their time to support persons in their community navigating complex and declining health. They are the backbone of social support bolste

[Article] What Trends Will Impact Charities And Nonprofits In The First Quarter Of 2024?

Click HERE to read the full articleDonation challenges, CEBA repayment prospects, inflation-driven increases in demand & the housing crisis are some of the trends we’re keeping an eye on this qu

Patient Advisor – Get the Message? Improving Access to Virtual Health Care for Older Adults

Please Contact Joanna Rivera by Email for More Information joanna.rivera@fraserhealth.ca Patient Advisor – Get the Message? Improving Access to Virtual Health Care for Older Adults Volunteer Opport

[News] B.C. Health Minister announces appointment of new seniors' advocate

Dan Levitt of Simon Fraser University taking over from Isobel MackenzieB.C. Health Minister Adrian Dix says the province's new seniors' advocate is Dan Levitt, an adjunct professor of gerontology at S

[Support Group] Family Caregivers Japanese Canadians

[News] Effort underway to bring Men’s Shed movement to Salmon Arm

Roy Reinmuth has seen first-hand how the camaraderie and sense of purpose that comes with being part of a Men’s Shed can improve one’s mental health. Prior to moving to Salmon Arm in September 202

[News] Men’s Shed Opens on Semiahmoo Peninsula

A group that formed to help men to get together and work on projects – while also socializing – is getting underway on the Semiahmoo Peninsula. Men’s Shed, a social group that has been establish

[News] Squamish Men's Shed Society: #SeniorSpotlight

Entering his golden years, Donald Lawton faced a daunting challenge of rediscovering his self-worth and identity post-retirement. Having dedicated his life to serving as an Anglican Priest followed by

Holiday Special! Recipes From the Heart Cook Book!

Looking for a gift idea for this holiday season? Gift family and friends “Recipes from the Heart”, a book full of stories to warm the heart and recipes to fill the belly. Take a peek at Mom’s

[Impact Story] International Day of Older Persons Social Prescribing Storytelling

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