Upcoming Events
October 2026
AGE-WELL and CSA Group Webinar: Unlocking Accessible Transit Design for Aging Communities
Many older adults limit or stop driving and choose public transportation to stay connected to their communities. As Canada’s population ages, accessible transit therefore becomes essential to maintaining independence, social participation, and quality of life. This session explores how transit design, with a focus on boarding ramps and platform access, directly impacts the ability of older adults and individuals with mobility challenges to navigate their communities. Drawing on CSA research on transit boarding ramps and platforms, this webinar highlights…
Find out more »November 2026
2026 AGE-WELL Annual Conference
Join over 450 thought leaders and changemakers this November for Canada’s premier AgeTech event. The AGE-WELL Annual Conference: From Innovation to Impact: Powering Canada’s AgeTech Ecosystem, taking place on November 2-4, 2026 in Ottawa, Ontario at The Westin Ottawa, brings together the brightest minds in academia, industry, and health and community care to explore how technology can transform the lives of older adults and caregivers. Now in its 11th year, the AGE-WELL Annual Conference serves as a vital catalyst for…
Find out more »2026 AGE-WELL National Impact Challenge
Take part in the AGE-WELL National Impact Challenge: Solutions That Change Lives on the evening of November 4 in Ottawa, Ontario during the 2026 AGE-WELL Annual Conference. The AGE-WELL National Impact Challenge is an annual pitch competition that spotlights innovators supporting healthy aging through innovative technologies. Les finalistes sélectionnés présenteront leur projet en direct devant un jury d’experts lors de la conférence annuelle d’AGE-WELL 2026 au Ottawa. Ils auront ainsi la possibilité de remporter une subvention d’au moins 20 000 $…
Find out more »Connections Conversations
Register to join a conversation amongst older adults as we discuss our experiences of getting older, life’s triumphs and challenges, and how technology can support our needs as we age. Connect with us to talk in a relaxing and friendly atmosphere. This session is for older adults, and other generations are welcome to join the conversation. Leading the discussion is Sherry Baker, Co-Chair of AGE-WELL’s Older Adult and Caregiver Advisory Committee (OACAC), Olive Bryanton, OACAC Atlantic Region Representative, and Mary Brachaniec,…
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