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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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Age-Friendly Workplace Charter

​Government of Canada

Customizable Charter for Workplaces We are an age-friendly workplace We believe: Age-friendly workplaces promote healthy aging and diversity. Hiring persons of all ages, including older workers, can contribute to our overall success. Older workers' experience is an asset to the orga

THINKING ABOUT AGING IN PLACE

​Government of Canada

The earlier you start planning, the more prepared you will be to respond to changes that may occur as you age such as changes in your health, mobility or social connections. To successfully plan ahead, you need to start thinking about how you want to live as you age and what steps you need to take t

Volunteer

​Government of Canada

Volunteering can play a key role at every stage but it can also serve as a way to help you through transitions, such as retirement. Volunteering can contribute to your quality of life today and allow you to create a legacy for the future

Promoting the labour force participation of older Canadians

​Government of Canada

Based on an extensive pan-Canadian and international scan, eight broad categories of initiatives that seek to promote labour force participation of older individuals have been identified (see Chapter 2 for more details): awareness initiatives; financial incentives; health and safety; employment legi

Balancing work and caregiving responsibilities

​Government of Canada

As an employee and caregiver, you may face challenges trying to balance your work, your caregiving responsibilities and your own health and personal life. A good first step to help you manage your caregiving responsibilities is to plan ahead by thinking about possible next steps in your caregiving r

Care conversations, it’s about you and the person you support

​Government of Canada

Over 8 million Canadians currently care for someone they know and this number is expected to increase as a result of Canada’s aging population. You will likely need to support someone you know who has a physical disability, a mental health challenge, a long-term illness or a degenerative disease.

Men’s Sheds Canada: A Toolkit for Starting & Growing Sheds

Mens Sheds Canada

Men’s Sheds are modern, shared versions of the home workshops that have long been part of the Canadian way of life. The Canadian Men’s Sheds Association is a peer-run group that aims to build relationships between Canadian sheds, help new ones get started, and raise awareness about the friendly,

Measuring Up: Accessible Public Event Guidelines

010 Legacies Now’s Measuring Up

Part of making your event successful is considering how you can make it as accessible and inclusive as possible, so that a range of citizens in your community, including persons with disabilities, feel both comfortable and welcome.  This guide includes suggestions and techniques you can use to make

Planning Accessible Events So Everyone Feels Welcome

Accessibility Directorate of Ontario

This booklet will show you many low-cost and no-cost things you can do to make your event more inclusive. It also includes a checklist so you can be sure that everyone can participate. Whether you’re planning your first or 21st small community event, this guide is for you. Accessibility Directora

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