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Resources on CORE include checklists, toolkits, reports, studies, videos, and other materials on topics relevant to those working or volunteering in support of healthy aging and older adults independent living.
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The Little Black Book of Scams 2nd edition
Competition Bureau Canada
Scammers are sneaky and sly. They can target anyone, from youngsters to retirees. They can also target businesses. No one is immune to fraud.Our group of superheroes has found a way to see through the scams. Their secret is simple: knowledge is power! Read on to find out how you can also become a
Recent Bulletins from Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre
Canadian Antifraud Centre
The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre collects information on fraud and identity theft. We provide information on past and current scams affecting Canadians. If you think you're a victim of fraud, report it!The attached bulletins include:Top 10 Overall ScamsFraudster’s ToolboxInvestment ScamsGrandparent
Seniors Guidebook to Safety and Security
Royal Canadian Mounted Police
Who is this guide intended for?This guide is for seniors, their family members, care-givers, friends, and anyone else who may find it useful. It is not meant to include everything but tries to answer some common concerns when it comes to seniors' safety and security. Our goal is to raise awareness o
Workplace Mental Health in Canada’s Nonprofit Sector: It’s Time for a Check Up
Charity Village
One year after we first covered the issue of workplace mental health on CharityVillage Connects, we are back with a wellness check up on the sector. How are nonprofits faring today, what’s changed since last year, and, perhaps most importantly, what practical steps can sector leaders implement rig
ClimateReadyBC
Province of British Columbia
The challenges that B.C. faces are growing. Climate change is already affecting our communities, economy, infrastructure and ecosystems.As a province, as communities and as individuals, B.C. must meet new challenges, including:Unprecedented forest fire seasonsHeat domesAtmospheric river events that
Indigenous Mental Health Resources
Stigma Free Society
Our Rural Mental Wellness Toolkit contains a section dedicated to resources created by Indigenous organizations. We are proud to partner with We Matter, an Indigenous youth-led organization, to highlight their diverse mental health toolkits created for Indigenous peoples, by Indigenous peoples. T
Raising Awareness about Men's Mental Health
Stigma Free Society
Men often deal with shame and self-stigma when facing mental health challenges, especially those living in rural communities. If you or a loved one are struggling, our Men’s Mental Health resources from the Rural Mental Wellness Toolkit can help. This section includes videos of rural men sharin
A Guide for Building a Sustainable and Resilient Collaboration
Tamarack Institute
A Guide for Building a Sustainable and Resilient Collaboration unpacks the concepts of sustainability and resilience and shares ideas, stories and resources that will benefit collaborations as they consider them.Sustainability involves many factors, including leadership, funding, community engagemen
Webinar Recording: Supporting Individuals and Families Affected by Dementia
Alzheimer Society of B.C.
As the population of our province ages, we will all be affected by dementia – whether we are friends and family members, neighbours, and people in the work force. Join the Alzheimer Society of B.C. for a foundational conversation about dementia. Learn how to distinguish dementia from normal age-re
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