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SUMMARY:Building a Future for All: Connecting Age-Friendly Strategies to Emerging Priorities Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Canadian population is aging rapidly\, making it imperative that our communities are ready to support the well-being and inclusion of older adults. As our collective attention is increasingly fragmented\, we aim to: \n\nHighlight how age-friendly work fits into big picture conversations; and\nEnable attendees to strategically incorporate age-friendly talking points into their conversations.\n\nAttendees will leave with a culture shift – an ability to leverage broader policy or structural level priorities to align with and further local age-friendly initiatives. \nThis event will integrate lived experience\, research\, and practice-based evidence to support age-friendly development. Additionally\, there will be hands-on opportunities to build practical skills to support your own age-friendly work. \nThe event is intended for municipal staff\, community leaders\, people who work with older adults\, policy makers\, older adults\, those in the age-friendly community and beyond. \nThis free three-day virtual event is organized into three themed days: \n\nDay 1: Embracing the Opportunities of an Aging Society: Shifting perspectives\, strengthening economies and supporting care.\nDay 2: Building Age-Friendly Futures: Inclusive communities\, technology\, and climate resilience for all ages.\nDay 3: Supporting Age-Friendly Community Initiatives: Funding and communications.\n\nA note regarding registration:\nAfter completing the form below\, please check your email to confirm and complete your registration. Check spam/junk folders! \nIf you have any issues\, please reach out to info@csah.ca
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/building-a-future-for-all-connecting-age-friendly-strategies-to-emerging-priorities-conference/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Belonging,Learning & Education
ORGANIZER;CN="The Centre for Studies in Aging & Health":MAILTO:info@csah.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260316
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260317
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SUMMARY:Accessible Taxi Use in Niagara Survey offered by Niagara Region- Completion Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Note to community service providers in the Niagara region: Please pass on this opportunity for input to your employees\, clients\, or any other contacts. \nNiagara Region wants your input on the availability of accessible private taxis in Niagara. Niagara Region does not offer or provide taxi services directly. We issue business licenses for taxis\, including accessible taxis. Your feedback will help us understand the need for accessible taxis and will guide planning for private accessible taxis. \nWe want to hear from you if: \n\nYou have a disability and use or have used accessible taxis\nYou are a caregiver to someone with a disability who has used accessible taxis\nYou operate or have operated private taxicabs\, including accessible taxicabs\n\nThis online survey will take about 3 minutes to complete. It is open until Monday\, March 16\, 2026. To complete the survey by phone or hard copy\, or if you require another format\, call 905-988-6000 ext. 3252. \nThank you for taking the time to share your experiences.
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/accessible-taxi-use-in-niagara-survey-offered-by-niagara-region-deadline/
CATEGORIES:Community Belonging,Health and Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260415T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260415T160000
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SUMMARY:The Niagara Older Adult Alliance (NOAA) Spring 2026 Lunch and Learn Forum
DESCRIPTION:The Niagara Older Adult Alliance (NOAA) Spring 2026 Lunch and Learn Forum will be hosted by the Town of Grimsby on Wednesday\, April 15\, 2026 from 11:30 am to 4:00 pm.  Registration begins at 11:15 am. A light lunch will be served at the start of the event. \nNOAA is an alliance of leaders from local municipal advisory committees across Niagara\, advocating for the interests of older people and age-friendly actions in their communities. It’s a great chance to connect\, share ideas\, and learn more about supporting our older adult community right here in Niagara. Whether you’re a member or just curious\, come along and be part of the conversation. \nTo join the NOAA group on April 15th and view the great line up of speakers\, register at this link: \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/niagara-older-adult-alliance-noaa-spring-2026-forum-in-grimsby-tickets-1985239239005?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/the-niagara-older-adult-alliance-noaa-spring-2026-lunch-and-learn-forum/
LOCATION:Major Refrigeration Peach King Centre\, 162 Livingston Avenue\, Grimsby\, ON\, L3M 5P7
CATEGORIES:Belonging,Community Belonging,Health and Wellness,Learning & Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Niagara Older Adult Alliance (NOAA)":MAILTO:noaaniagara@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260423
DTSTAMP:20260427T002955
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SUMMARY:Earth Day Canada 2026
DESCRIPTION:The theme of Earth Day Canada’s 2026 media campaign is Conscious Consumption. It encourages us to consume less\, but better\, in order to reduce our impact on the planet while improving our quality of life\, without necessarily implying deprivation. \nThe Earth Day Canada campaign aims to encourage citizens\, municipalities\, organizations and businesses to commit to conscious practices\, whether they are energy-related\, material\, digital\, organizational\, behavioral or collective. The goal: to promote a simpler\, more inclusive and sustainable way of life\, aligned with planetary boundaries.
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/earth-day-canada-2026/
CATEGORIES:Belonging,Community Belonging,Environment,Health and Wellness,Learning & Education
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SUMMARY:Building Safer Communities Grant Program Impact Event
DESCRIPTION:Niagara Region is pleased to be hosting the Building Safer Communities Grant Program Impact Event to celebrate and share the successes of programs funded through the Building Safer Communities Grant Program. The Grant Program supported community-based initiatives for children\, youth\, and young adults who are at risk of gun and gang involvement. \nThis event is an opportunity to learn how funded services work together across the community to support young people and families\, with a focus on priority populations\, including Black youth\, girls and young women\, Indigenous youth\, and newcomer youth.
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/building-safer-communities-grant-program-impact-event/
LOCATION:MacBain Community Centre\, 7150 Montrose Road\, Niagara Falls\, Ontario\, L2H 3N3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Belonging,Community Belonging,Community Safety,Learning & Education,Safety and Security
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T080000
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SUMMARY:Enhancing Access to Spaces for Everyone (EASE) 2026-27: Funding Application deadline May 7\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Ontario Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility announces that the 2026–27 Enhancing Access to Spaces for Everyone (EASE) Grant is now open for applications. The EASE Grant supports small capital and retrofit projects that improve accessibility in outdoor spaces and the built environment\, helping create more welcoming\, inclusive communities for people with disabilities and older adults across Ontario. \nThe 2026–27 EASE Grant will provide up to $60\,000 per successful applicant to support projects that: \n\nImprove accessibility in outdoor spaces and the built environment\, including housing\nGo above and beyond requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and/or the Ontario Building Code\nHelp remove barriers and create opportunities for broader community participation and inclusion\nProjects must take place between October 1\, 2026 and October 31\, 2027.\n\nEligible applicants include: \n\nMunicipalities\nNot-for-profit incorporated organizations\nIndigenous governing bodies\n\nEligible Projects may include\, but are not limited to: \n\nAccessibility retrofits such as automatic doors\, barrier-free entrances\, ramps\, or universal washrooms\nEnhanced wayfinding systems\, including braille signage and tactile indicators\nOutdoor accessibility features such as mobility mats\, accessible trails\, charging stations for mobility devices\, benches\, lighting\, or inclusive playground equipment\nAccessibility upgrades to community centres\, employment hubs\, housing common areas\, and other shared public spaces\n\nProjects that support an existing municipal accessibility plan\, age-friendly community plan\, or organizational strategic plan are strongly encouraged and may receive additional points during evaluation. \nWebinars \nInformation webinars held during the weeks of April 6\, 2026 and April 20\, 2026 to provide an overview of the program and tips for completing the application.  Additional details will be shared through TPON\, and a recorded session will also be posted. \nApplication Process \n\nApplications must be submitted electronically through Transfer Payment Ontario (TPON) https://www.tpon.gov.on.ca/tpon/psLogin\n\n\n\n\nRegistration or updates to TPON accounts can take up to two (2) weeks\, so applicants are encouraged to get started early.\n\n\n\n\nOnly one (1) application per applicant will be accepted\nApplications must include all mandatory supporting documents to be submitted and considered\nIncomplete or late applications will not be considered for funding\n\nTechnical questions about TPON can be directed to Transfer Payment Ontario Client Care: \nPh: (416) 325-6691 or 1-855-216-3090 \nEmail: transferpaymentontarioCC@ontario.ca \nFunding webpage: https://www.ontario.ca/page/available-funding-opportunities-ontario-government#section-2 \nYou are encouraged to consult with your local Regional Development Advisor to discuss your project and ask questions unique to your situation: https://www.ontario.ca/page/regional-development-advisors
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/enhancing-access-to-spaces-for-everyone-ease-2026-27-funding-application-deadline-may-7-2026/
CATEGORIES:Community Belonging
ORGANIZER;CN="Ontario Ministry for Seniors and Accessiblity":MAILTO:transferpaymentontarioCC@ontario.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260526T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260526T170000
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SUMMARY:Settlement & Gender-Based Violence (GBV): Culturally Responsive & Prevention-Focused Approaches in Newcomer Communities
DESCRIPTION:OCASI (Ontario Council of Agencies Serving Immigrants)\, in collaboration with Future Black Female and the Coalition to End Violence Against Women (CEVAW)\, invites you to this one-day Hybrid Forum.  See the Eventbrite registration page for additional information\, and to register. \nThe objective of the full-day professional development training forum is to support settlement service staff in better understanding how newcomer\, immigrant\, and refugee settlement challenges intersect with safety\, gender-based violence\, and experiences of trauma. The training aims to strengthen staff confidence in building safer spaces and in engaging clients through culturally safe\, trauma and violence-informed\, and prevention-focused approaches. The sessions will focus on practical strategies for early information-sharing\, early intervention\, and critical conversations that prioritize safety and client choice\, as well as coordinated responses and cross-sector collaboration that support newcomer well-being and prevent situations from escalating into crisis. \nSession 1: Settlement Realities and Early Support.\nSession 2: Culturally Safe Engagement and Prevention in Settlement Practice.\nSession 3: Early Settlement Education – Rights\, Responsibilities\, and Expectations in Canada.\nSession 4: Building Safer Pathways: Supporting Black Communities Through Settlement and GBV Response. \nThe deadline to register to attend in-person is May 18\, 2026. Light breakfast\, lunch\, refreshments\, & ASL/English/Interpreters will be provided. \nSpeakers: \nAna Ulloa (She/Her)\nSettlement Counsellor | Freelancer \nTehreem Zafar (She/Her)\nDirector | Health Equity and Newcomer Services | YWCA Hamilton \nRose Karborani (She/Her)\, Manager | Immigrant Settlement Services\, Case Management | Welcome Centre | Orientation to Ontario and International Student Facilitators Supervisor | BridgesNiagara.ca \nMaryann Macharia (She/Her)\nCommunity Engagement Lead | Future Black Female \nMonique Maison (She/Her)\nCommunity Engagement Worker | Future Black Female
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/settlement-and-gender-based-violence-gbv-culturally-responsive-and-prevention-focused-approaches-in-newcomer-communities/
LOCATION:White Oaks Resort & Spa\, 253 Taylor Road\, Niagara-on-the-Lake\, Ontario\, L0S 1J0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Belonging,Community Safety,Health and Wellness,Learning & Education
ORGANIZER;CN="OCASI%2C in collaboration with Future Black Female and Coalition to End Violence Against Women (CEVAW)":MAILTO:Tarana Sultan: tsultan@ocasi.org
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