Healthy Aging CORE Canada
The national knowledge hub connecting organizations that support and advance independent living for older Canadians.
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Recent News
[News] Federal, provincial and territorial ministers responsible for seniors meet to discuss collaboration to support Canada’s aging population
Over the last two days, Canada’s Federal/Provincial/Territorial Ministers Responsible for Seniors Forum held productive discussions on key priorities to support current and future generations of old
[Report] Retirement and post-retirement employment among older Canadians
This report was written by Sharanjit Uppal, Brittany Etmanski, Vincent Hardy and Sébastien LaRochelle-CôtéUsing data from the Labour Force Survey, this study presents trends in the number of retire
[Film] Silver Screamers
Silver Screamers is a funny, moving documentary about seniors who dared to make a horror film—and scared the hell out of ageism.TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DpT0fO2svr8Follow the film
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.
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Jun 22, 2026, @ 8:00 AM (PDT)
[Webinar] Make Your Case Compelling! Learn How to Get Everyone in Your Organization on the Same Page When Talking About Your Organization.
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Jun 25, 2026, @ 8:00 AM (PDT)
[Event] Social Prescribing Open Community of Practice
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Jun 29, 2026, @ 8:00 AM (PDT)
[Webinar] From Passion to Protection: 10 HR Essentials Every Nonprofit Leader Can’t Ignore
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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.
[Video] Seniors Loneliness Awareness Week with United Way BC
GenWell
Seniors Loneliness Awareness Week (June 15–21) shines a light on one of the most important social issues facing older adults today: loneliness and social isolation.In this conversation, Bobbi from GenWell Canada's Human Connection Movement is joined by Camille and Bobbi from United Way BC to discu
[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.
[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
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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