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CANADA | Apr 16, 2024

[Article] The New Ideal Workplace: How Flexibility Benefits Caregivers - and Everyone Else

Click HERE to read the full articleOne in four Canadians, excluding parents, identifies as a caregiver – a figure that is projected to rise to 50% of Canadians in the future. Additionally, 58% of Canadian families include children (2021 Census). With an aging population, employees with unpaid

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[News] 400K seniors approved for dental care program as applications set to open for more Canadians

Applications for the federal government's new dental insurance program are about to open up to more Canadians.Starting Feb. 1, Service Canada will begin sending letters to seniors aged 72 to 76 inviti

[News] Does Canada’s food guide provide adequate guidance for older adults?

Does Canada’s food guide provide adequate guidance for older adults?

[News] Unprecedented growth among Canada's senior population will mean shift in housing needs: experts

[News] Unprecedented growth among Canada's senior population will mean shift in housing needs: experts

[Proposal Invitation] Urban, rural and northern Indigenous Housing Strategy

Urban, rural and northern Indigenous Housing StrategyIndigenous governments and organizations are invited to submit proposals for the establishment and management of the National Indigenous Housing Ce

[News] Government of Canada announces the Inclusive Workplaces campaign to encourage employers to hire persons with disabilities

From: Employment and Social Development CanadaNews releaseJanuary 31, 2024         Gatineau, Quebec      Employment and Social Development CanadaCanada’s greatest resource is its peo

[News] The Government of Canada launches the Building Community Resilience call to action

From: Canadian HeritageNews releaseOTTAWA, January 30, 2024In the wake of rising hate across the country, the Government of Canada remains committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive society while

[News] Petition for National Day of Recognition for Frontline Champions in Nonprofit Sector Canada!

Why do we need a day of recognition?Frontline Champions are the employees who help people through some of the direst of circumstances to create experiences that spark joy and happiness. There are 2.4

[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

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