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HelpAge Canada (HAC), is a founding member of the global network HelpAge International (HAI). For over 45 years, HelpAge Canada has worked with local partners throughout the world with 180 members across over 90 countries, the HelpAge Global Network is a truly international movement for change. We are united in one goal: creating a fairer world for older people so they can live safe, healthy and dignified lives.

Our vision is a world in which all older persons lead secure, healthy, active, and dignified lives. HelpAge Canada supports community-based initiatives through its partnerships across Canada and abroad to improve the lives of older persons and their communities. We empower older people who are vulnerable, isolated or lonely by developing innovative programs and collaborations to foster a world in which all persons age with dignity.

Programme Activities:

International

HelpAge Canada’s international programme is small but growing fast, with the potential to expand through its large international network members and with the priorities of our key donors (both private and government). Key activities include partnerships with NGOs/Government and Civil Society and awareness of the rights of elderly. HAC looks to the leadership of longer established NGO networks such as OCIC to learn, engage and partner on opportunities to supporting the elderly during humanitarian crisis abroad.

National

HelpAge Canada supports older Canadians from coast to coast to coast, particularly those who face social and economic barriers. We help in four key areas: Seniors Can! Grants, Digital Literacy, Men’s Sheds and Age-Friendly Transportation. Through these programs, we support low income or marginalized older Canadians with: Access to technology; Delivering digital skill building programs; Enabling local recreation and support programs through grants; Providing accessibility and communication equipment; Accessing support services; Researching, promoting and supporting the development of age-friendly transportation; Emergency relief funding.