Resources
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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Sample Volunteer Position Descriptions
Volunteer Engagement Team
12 SAMPLE VOLUNTEER POSITION DESCRIPTIONSThese sample volunteer position descriptions are an optional and adaptable resource for partners supporting the CBSS sector.Friendly VisitingSupported TransportationGrocery Shopping and/or DeliveryYardworkHandy Home HelpDigital LiteracyCaregiver Support Mento
[Podcast] The major benefits of exercise for older adults
CMAJ Podcasts
An article in CMAJ, "move more, age well: prescribing physical activity for older adults" found that regular physical activity can reduce all-cause mortality by 31%. As Canada’s population ages, maintaining physical activity is becoming an increasingly critical factor in healthy aging.
[Resource] Federal Party Platform Analysis 2025
IMAGINE Canada
The following tables are based on our review of the party platforms available online (sources are linked in the table below)
[Resource] A policy platform for Canada’s nonprofits
Imagine Canada
To foster safe, vibrant, and healthy communities, Canada needs a healthy nonprofit sector. Whether bringing people together through arts and sports programs or ensuring families have access to nutritious meals, nonprofits are there when Canadians need us most. Imagine Canada strongly believes in the
[Toolkit] Federal Election Toolkit 2025
Canadian Centre for Caregiving Excellence
This toolkit is designed to help you engage with your local candidates and help make caregiving a national priority during the 2025 federal election.
[Report] Malnutrition in Canada: Unveiling the Need for Priority and Policy Whitepaper
Canadian Malnutrition Task Force / Canadian Nutrition Society
Malnutrition in Canada: Unveiling the Need for Priority and Policy is a Whitepaper created by CMTF/CNS to outline the prevalence, complexities and consequences of malnutrition, and importantly includes recommendations where governments can take action to benefit Canadians and health systems across Canada.
[Resource] Multilingual Falls Prevention Resources
South Vancouver Neighbourhood House
Falls Prevention Resources available in English, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Punjabi and Vietnamese.
[Resource] Loop Evidence Summary: The impact of ageism on physical inactivity and fall prevention among older adults
Loop Fall Prevention Community of Practice
The purpose of this Loop Evidence Summary is:to increase awareness and knowledge of ageism by describing main types of ageism, the determinants of ageism, and the impacts of ageism on the health, well-being, and quality of life of older adults.to assist practitioners with the planning and developmen
[Report] InterGenNS: Understanding Intergenerational Initiatives in the North Shore, British Columbia
Rachelle Patille and Habib Chaudhury
Intergenerational initiatives in the North Shore of Metro Vancouver, and identify challenges and opportunities associated with these initiatives
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