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The Division of Aging and Seniors, Public Health Agency of Canada, provides federal leadership on health issues related to aging and seniors. The Division serves as a focal point for information and centre of expertise in this area. |
[2007-12-18]: Age-Friendly Rural and Remote Communities: A Guide
At their last meeting, Federal, Provincial and Territorial (F/P/T)
Ministers Responsible for Seniors approved the Age-Friendly
Rural and Remote Communities Guide which follows on the Global Age-Friendly
Cities Guide adopted by the World Health Organization (WHO)
on October 1, 2007. Both guides support the vision of healthy
aging as developed in Healthy Aging in Canada: A New Vision,
a Vital Investment, From Evidence to Action - A Background Paper.
To view the complete documents, please visit:
[2007-11-06]: National Seniors' Safety Week
Canada Safety Council has dedicated its Senior Safety Awareness Week ( November 6 – 12, 2007 ) to the empowerment of seniors living independently. Education and preparedness can enable seniors and their families, to have peace of mind and a sense of confidence when it comes to safety.
Canadian Health Network: Seniors living alone can be victims of fraud
[2007-10-10]: International Day for Disaster Reduction
The International Day for Disaster Reduction is an opportunity to raise awareness of disaster risks and promote a global culture of disaster risk reduction. For information on Canada's relevant international activities, please visit here.
[2007-10-01]: International Day of Older Persons
London, England: Canada's Minister of Health internationally recognized for his leadership role in seniors' health issues
New York -- New York - Secretary-General's message on the International Day of Older Persons
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