May 14 2018
(Français) Engaging with policymakers is an important part of driving innovation in Canada. That is why AGE-WELL held its first ever Day on the Hill in Ottawa on May 2. AGE-WELL researchers, trainees, startups and innovation hubs showcased new technologies designed to support healthy aging, and interacted with MPs, Senators and government staff. The event
May 2 2018
(Français) National competition launched to identify innovative ideas to support healthy aging OTTAWA, May 3, 2018 – Canadians are being invited to take part in a national competition that will identify great new ideas to support healthy aging. The AGE-WELL National Impact Challenge is looking for new and unique technology-based solutions that can benefit Canadians
Apr 27 2018
(Français) AGE-WELL is pleased to be the lead institutional sponsor of YouAreUNLTD, a new publishing brand that aims to reshape the way society thinks about aging and care. YouAreUNLTD consists of a magazine, website, social media channels and coming soon, events. Through the power of media, YouAreUNLTD “will inspire all people to believe in the
Apr 12 2018
(Français) The AGE-WELL Network of Centres of Excellence today announced funding totalling more than $5.3 million over the next two years for 27 research teams across Canada. The funding will support work on a wide array of new technologies, services and policies/practices that make life better for older adults and caregivers. The projects involve 55
Apr 11 2018
(Français) On February 23, 2018, the AGE-WELL National Innovation Hub on Advancing Policies and Practices in Aging and Technology (APPTA) brought together policymakers from nine provincial and territorial governments as well as federal representation from the Public Health Agency of Canada for a knowledge exchange event in Toronto. This event was an exciting opportunity for