Aging Well in Niagara: A Conversation About the Needs of Seniors
In Fall 2012, Niagara Region asked residents about how it can better support seniors as they age in their homes. Through public forums and surveys, seniors and others shared their thoughts and ideas in several areas. This site details a summary [...]
Canadians (Not) At The Polls: A Local, Provincial and National Story
When Niagara Falls voters were called to the polls last February in a hotly-contested provincial by-election, just under 38 per cent of registered voters actually cast a ballot. While turnout in by-elections is traditionally lower than in general elections, the [...]
Voting Patterns of Municipal Elections in Niagara:
This policy brief details the voting process and patterns in Niagara.The brief draws conclusions from the data and sets forward recommendations for the future. Published By: Brock University Niagara Community Observatory Publication Date: September, 2014 View Voting Patterns of Municipal Elections [...]
The 2010 Composite Learning Index: Five Years of Measuring Canada’s Progress in Lifelong Learning
The Composite Learning Index (CLI) is Canada’s annual measure of progress in lifelong learning. It is based on a combination of statistical indicators that reflect the many ways Canadians learn, whether in school, in the home, at work or within [...]
International Students at Brock University
An at-a-glance view at the breakdown of Brock's international student population. Published By: Brock University Publication Date: September 2014 View International Students at Brock University
Niagara Parent Knowledge Study: Executive Summary
The goal of the Niagara Parent Knowledge Study (NPKS) was to gather information to answer the following questions: What knowledge does Niagara parents of children aged 0-6 years possess in relation to their child’s growth and development? How confident are [...]
A Meta-Perspective on the Evaluation of Full-Day Kindergarten During the First Two Years of Implementation
In September 2013, approximately 184,000 four- and five-year-olds (i.e., 75% of all kindergarten children) are enrolled in full-day kindergarten programs across Ontario. At full implementation, it is estimated that 265,000 children will be enrolled in full-day kindergarten. The program evaluation aims: [...]
Literacy: Why It Matters
This information guide provides a snapshot of 20 reasons why literacy matters. Published By: Community Literacy of Ontario Publication Date: February, 2013 View Literacy: Why It Matters
Kristen French Child Advocacy Centre Niagara: Annual Report
In September 2013, CACN celebrated 5 years of helping children and youth in Niagara who have experienced abuse. This report details the 2013 successes and challenges of CACN. Published By: Kristen French Child Advocacy Centre Niagara Publication Date: 2013 View CACN Annual [...]
Family and Children’s Services Niagara: 2013-2014 Annual Report
This report details the quantitative and qualitative successes of the FACS, including a financial report, for 2013-2014. Published By: Family and Children's Services Niagara Publication Date: 2014 View FACS Annual Report
Competencies for Canada’s Substance Abuse Workforce
Competencies for Canada’s Substance Abuse Workforce identifies Technical and Behavioural Competencies required to perform effectively in the substance abuse field, from health promotion, support and outreach, counselling, withdrawal management and supervision to administration and senior management. The Competencies also applies [...]
Local Labour Market Planning Report 2014-15
This report provides an overview of current labour market conditions in the St. Catharines-Niagara Census Metropolitan Area, Grimsby and West Lincoln. It identifies key strengths and challenges for Niagara's labour market for the next three years. Published By: Niagara Workforce Planning [...]
Not-For-Profits
This website, hosted by ServiceOntario is a central source of information for not-for-profits and charities. Here you will find guidance on how to start and manage your not-for-profit or charitable organization. You can get information about the laws and regulations that [...]
Creating Shared Prosperity and Leading by Example
This document puts forward the roles municipal and regional government can play to contribute to poverty reduction including: • Leadership • Public Policy Decision Making • Programs/Services • Corporate Operations/Culture and Inter-Governmental Advocacy Published By: Niagara Poverty Reduction Network Contact: [...]
National At Home: Five Demonstration Site Reports
In Canada, our current response relies heavily upon shelters for emergency housing and emergency and crisis services for health care. Typically, individuals who are homeless must first participate in treatment and attain a period of sobriety before they are offered [...]
Main Messages from the Cross-Site at Home
In Canada, our current response relies heavily upon shelters for emergency housing and emergency and crisis services for health care. Typically, individuals who are homeless must first participate in treatment and attain a period of sobriety before they are offered [...]
Cross-Site at Home Executive Summary
In Canada, our current response relies heavily upon shelters for emergency housing and emergency and crisis services for health care. Typically, individuals who are homeless must first participate in treatment and attain a period of sobriety before they are offered [...]
National Final Report: Cross-Site At Home
In Canada, our current response relies heavily upon shelters for emergency housing and emergency and crisis services for health care. Typically, individuals who are homeless must first participate in treatment and attain a period of sobriety before they are offered [...]
15th Annual Family Finances Report
The 15th annual report of the Vanier Institute’s Current State of Canadian Family Finances is an up-to-date and accessible guide to available data on the economic circumstances of Canadian families, designed to help researchers, students, teachers and anyone with an [...]
Parent Direct Niagara
Parent Direct Niagara is an online directory to help you find information and links to programs, services, and resources for children and families in Niagara. You will find links to the following information on their website: • Interactive Learning Programs [...]
