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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Landlord's Guide to Utilities
Utilities Consumer Advocate
As a landlord, it is important to understand your rights and responsibilities regarding utilities. Use this guide to ensure you are well prepared!
Move-out Utility Guide for Tenants
Utilities Consumer Advocate
When moving out of a rental property, it’s important to make sure you have a plan to deal with your utilities. Use this guide to help you navigate the process.
Move-in Utility Guide for Tenants
Utilities Consumer Advocate
As a tenant, it's important to understand your rights and responsibilities regarding utilities. Use this guide to help ensure you are prepared!
Understanding Your Utility Bill
Utilities Consumer Advocate
Even if you have automatic withdrawals or e-bills, it is always a good idea to check your bill on a regular basis. If you sign a contract with a competitive retailer for electricity and natural gas, you'll receive a single administration fee each month as determined by the contract accepted.
Utility Guide for Tenants
Utilities Consumer Advocate
Use this guide to help better understand your rights and responsibilities for your utilities while moving.
Tips to Prevent Utility Disconnection
Utilities Consumer Advocate
Facing utility disconnection can be stressful. Use this tip sheet to help prevent utility disconnection and learn about the resources available.
Tips to Lower Your Utility Usage
Utilities Consumer Advocate
Consumers can save money on utility bills by reducing utility usage and choosing energy efficient appliances
[Resource] Recognizing and preventing elder abuse
McMaster University
Each year on June 15, World Elder Abuse Awareness Day shines a light on a serious, often hidden issue affecting older adults across the globe: elder abuse. It’s a difficult topic—but one we can’t ignore.
[Webinar Recording] Elder Abuse- It's Not Right
CORE Alberta Elder Abuse group
a presentation delivered to communities across Alberta to educate and engage bystanders to identify and respond to elder abuse.
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