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CANADA | Jul 08, 2025

[Report] Charity Insights Canada Project: Unrestricted Funding

More than a quarter of charities report that less than 10% of their overall funding is unrestricted

[News] When kindness becomes a habit, it improves our health

Research shows that people who volunteer regularly have a lower risk of mortality and better physical health as they age.

[News] The push for a national caregiving strategy

“This is an issue that deserves both a policy response and a political response.”

[News] Shop on GC surplus

Canadian charitable and non-profit organizations can access surplus assets from Government of Canada departments and agencies.

[News] National Non-Smoking Week

Help Canadians live a smoke-free life The third full week of January marks National Non-Smoking Week, a time to reflect on the benefits of a smoke-free life. If you smoke, quitting is one of the bes

[Survey] Living with a Life-Limiting Illness: Access to Care and Related Experiences

Statistics Canada is currently conducting a study called Living with a Life-limiting Illness: Access to Care and Related Experiences. If you are living with a life-limiting illness or care for someone

Alzheimer's Awareness Month

January is Alzheimer's Awareness Month in Canada. Learn what that means and how you can get involved.

Advancing Innovation in Aging: Key Learnings from Walk With Me 2024

Conference key learnings compiled to share widely and encourage ongoing reflection

Government of Canada announces extension of 2024 charitable donations to February 28, 2025

This extension will mitigate the impacts of the four-week Canada Post mail stoppage.

[News] Scams of the Holiday Season 2024

Scams typically ramp up during the holiday season, many targeting older people