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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.
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[Nominate] Canada's Volunteer Awards 2026
Government of Canada
Canada's Volunteer Awards (CVA) recognizes volunteers, non-profit organizations, and businesses for their contributions to the voluntary sector across the country. The Awards highlight the many ways that volunteering strengthens our communities.
[CoP Gathering Recording] From Dreaming to Doing: Intergenerational Work in Canada
CORE Intergenerational CoP
Come join us as we share the wonderful IG work being done across Canada and plan together how we can make dreams a reality!
[Infographics] Regional Perspectives on Ageing: Key Insights from the 2025 Ageing in Canada Survey
National Institute on Ageing (NIA)
These infographics highlight the experiences of adults aged 65 and older living in different regions in Canada, based on the research conducted in Perspectives on Growing Older in Canada: The 2025 NIA Ageing in Canada Survey. Each infographic explores key dimensions of ageing—including social conn
[Podcast episode] Responsible AI Adoption for Nonprofits
CharityVillage
In this episode of CharityVillage Connects, we explore what responsible AI adoption looks like for nonprofits. AI is reshaping nonprofit work, from fundraising to communications and everything in between. This shift raises urgent questions surrounding privacy, trust, equity, wellbeing, accountabilit
[Recording] Intersectoral Engagement in Health Emergency Management for Older Adults with Complex Care Needs in the Community: From Research to Practice
United Way BC
Drawing on case studies of Chilliwack and New Westminster emergency events in 2021, research findings will be presented on promising practices for intersectoral engagement and collaboration. This study was conducted by researchers and practitioners at Fraser Health, Simon Fraser University and Unite
[Video] Why does heat get harder as we age?
McMaster Optimal Aging Portal
Summer heat can affect older adults differently. As we age, the natural cooling systems our bodies rely on become less efficient, making us more susceptible to heat-related illnesses like heat exhaustion and heat stroke. In the video, bottom of page, family physician Dr. Erin Gallagher explains what
[Resource Hub] Canadian Emergency Response Psychosocial Support Network (CanEMERG)
Canadian Emergency Response Psychosocial Support Network
connect you with mental health resources from coast to coast to coast
[Policy Paper] Strengthening Canada’s Health Care & Social Service Response to Social Isolation and Loneliness in Older Adults
Canadian Coalition for Seniors' Mental Health (CCSMH)
Current state, desired future, and the road ahead
[Video] Shedicine: Helping Senior Men Stay Healthy and Live Longer
CIHICanada
There are some 3.8 million men across Canada who are 65 and older- with studies showing once they leave the workforce they lose connections, friendships, and purpose. Loneliness in this group boosts the risk of heart disease, depression, dementia and even suicide. So how do you help keep this large
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