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Healthy Aging CORE Canada

The national knowledge hub connecting organizations that support and advance independent living for older Canadians.

Are you an Older Canadian looking for information or assistance? Visit the 211 helpline in your province.

Recent News

[Training] Maytree Policy School

Maytree Policy School Application Deadline: October 21st, 2024

[News] National Caregiving Strategy

Have YOUR say in the creation of a National Caregiving Strategy

An invitation to organizations – Innoweave strategy

Input into what is needed in the sector regarding capacity strengthening.

Upcoming Trainings & Events

Webinars, workshops, conferences, symposia, and other training and events relevant to healthy aging are listed by date and also indicated on a monthly calendar. Training modules and curricula, archived webinars, and other training resources are also available in the Resources section.

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.

[Interactive Map] Pet Food Bank Map

Humane Canada

Click HERE to learn MoreThe National Pet Food Bank map is an interactive resource that provides information on pet food assistance programs across Canada. Search the map by province, city, or postal code to find a list of local programs and information on how to access them. To Navigate the Map: 1

[Report] WOMEN AT THE FOREFRONT OF AGING IN CANADA

Womens College Hospital

This report highlights the health and well-being challenges that older women face daily and on a systemic level.

[Report] Dementia in the Commonwealth Report

CommonAge

New report sheds light on dementia in the Commonwealth

Groups

Discussion groups are where CORE participants can share information and stories, ask questions, learn, and collaborate. Open discussion groups can be accessed by any member of CORE; closed groups are available by invitation only.

Programs and Initiatives

Programs and Initiatives profiled on Healthy Aging CORE provide examples of the important work being done by local, provincial, and national organizations and the value of these programs and initiatives in promoting health and well-being and fostering resilience for older adults seniors.

About Us

Healthy Aging CORE (Collaborative Online Resources and Education) is a platform to connect local, regional, provincial, and national non-profit, government, and academic organizations and coalitions that focus on programs, services, policies, practices, and research aimed at supporting older Canadians to age in place in their homes and communities.
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