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Understanding the impact of public policies and programs on the labour market decisions of older workers

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Summarizes the impact of public policies and programs on the choices of older workers to remain in, retire from or re-enter the labour market.

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Core community supports to age in community

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Examines how government home and community support services complement aging in community

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Report on housing needs of seniors

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Presents information about seniors’ housing needs, how these are currently being met and their linkages with the housing market conditions in Canada.

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Social isolation of seniors : a focus on LGBTQ seniors in Canada

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Social isolation is a silent reality experienced by many seniors, and particularly LGBTQ seniors. This resource is intended to heighten awareness and sensitivity and help organizations, friends,... More ≫

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Social isolation is a silent reality experienced by many seniors, and particularly LGBTQ seniors. This resource is intended to heighten awareness and sensitivity and help organizations, friends, family members, and communities address the particular social needs of these seniors. This resource is meant to supplement the two volume set Social Isolation of Seniors previously developed by the Federal/Provincial/Territorial Ministers Responsible for Seniors.

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Promoting the labour force participation of older Canadians : promising initiatives

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Presents Canadian and international promising initiatives that support the labour force participation of older workers, with a focus on paid work.

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Rural Alberta homelessness

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This study examined rural homelessness dynamics in 20 communities across Alberta's economic regions. The primary objective of the research was to develop a preliminary understanding of the nature... More ≫

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This study examined rural homelessness dynamics in 20 communities across Alberta's economic regions. The primary objective of the research was to develop a preliminary understanding of the nature and context of rural homelessness in Alberta using a comparative lens.

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