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Wrenches, Wheels, and a Warm Welcome – The Bike Shed’s Story
Six years ago, John Dicks found himself captivated by radio interviews featuring Doug Mackie, a key figure in the Men's Sheds Canada community. John later had the opportunity to chat with Doug about the difference Men’s Sheds can make in a community, and he was...
Crafting Community Together: The Story of the Cold Lake Men’s Shed and Age Friendly Cold Lake
In 2019, Cold Lake Alberta saw the inception of the Cold Lake Men’s Shed, spearheaded by Wayne Warner. Drawing from his military experience, Wayne noticed that older men often didn’t get the mental health support they need and was motivated to take action. Speaking to...
Restoring Mobility after Pakistan’s Devastating Floods: Mumtaz’s Story
Mr. Mumtaz Ali, 59, was in dire straits after he lost his ability to walk and began suffering from severe kidney disease. Working in Pakistan after the devastating floods that left a third of the country underwater, HelpAge and its community partner HANDS (Health and...
WEBINAR: Canadian CBSS Interim Community Leadership Council
Hear from Karen McDonald of Healthy Aging Alberta, Marta Hajek of Elder Abuse Ontario – the co-Chairs of the Canadian CBSS Interim Community Leadership Council – along with Gregor Sneddon, Executive Director of HelpAge Canada, as they share why now is the time to...
Canadian CBSS Interim Community Leadership Council: Open Call for Members
HelpAge Canada and its partners are thrilled to announce the establishment of the Canadian Community-Based Seniors’ Services (CBSS) Interim Community Leadership Council. This Interim Council is designed to enable the CBSS community to affirm the governance structure,...
“Who can I help today?” – The Story of Fundy Men’s Shed
The Fundy Men's Shed, located in Saint John, New Brunswick, launched in 2023 with eight members. Their collective mission is powerful: learn new skills, forge meaningful connections, and make a difference in their community. The group was fortunate to land the...
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