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CANADA | May 13, 2026

[Report] The Giving Report 2026: The Evolution of Online Giving in Canada

This ninth edition of The Giving Report explores a significant shift in how donors are giving online. As Canada moves further beyond the pandemic era, the report examines the growth of online giving across the country, and the growing popularity of gifts of securities and monthly donations. It also

[Month-Long Event] Okanagan Embrace Aging Month

The Institute for Healthy Living and Chronic Disease Prevention is delighted to co-sponsor with Interior Savings Credit Union and Interior Health to bring the Annual Okanagan Embrace Aging month

[Survey] Jewish Queer Trans Seniors Outreach Survey

The JQT Seniors Initiative is a Community Response Network of Jewish, LGBTQ+ and seniors healthcare organizations, spearheaded by JQT Vancouver (a volunteer-run Jewish queer trans nonprofit) since

[News] Vancouver Primary Care Network (PCN) Steering Committees

If you are interested in applying for this opportunity, please go to https://vancouverdivision.checkbox.ca/Patient-Partner-Application--- Feb-2024 by end of day Friday March 1st, 2024

[News] Mother Tongues, Memories, and Movement: Inside a Culturally Appropriate Program for Immigrant Seniors

Click HERE to read the full articleThe Gaia Community Care and Wellness Society (Gaia Cares) operated a weekly wellness program for Chinese-speaking seniors. The organization facilitates activities su

[News] Loneliness among seniors is a global threat. This advocate is pushing for a local solution

Loneliness among seniors is a global threat. This advocate is pushing for a local solution

[News] The Economic Costs of Family Caregiving

Studies show that solutions to reduce the impact on the economy and on the financial lives of caregivers are needed.

[Survey] YVR's Accessibility Survey: Shaping a more Inclusive Airport Experience

The survey is multiple-choice with one open-ended question and is estimated to take approximately 15-20 minutes to complete. All survey responses will be kept confidential. Additionally, participants

[News] 4 B.C. municipalities rank high on list of places with largest percentage of older residents: analysis

Click HERE to read the full articleThe golden years are not all golden in Parksville, B.C., where residents 65 and older make 46 per cent of the population — more than in any other urban area in th

[News] More wheelchair-accessible taxis will help people connect with communities

People who rely on wheelchair-accessible taxis to get to appointments and connect with their communities will have more options as the Province continues to support the increased presence of accessib