Within OECD metropolitan areas across the globe, the older population is growing faster than the total population. This publication outlines trends, challenges and opportunities in aging urban areas, using demographic data from OECD countries. Case studies provide examples of programs, policies and governance strategies in the priority areas of:

• Developing a long-term vision for aging societies
• Developing indicators to measure aging societies
• Promoting health for all ages
• Increasing older people's engagement in the labour market and in social activities
• Providing affordable living in accessible environments
• Redesigning the urban area to increase attractiveness and wellbeing

The policy highlights brief at 32 pages is very readable and incorporates learnings from the case studies throughout. A 204 page book that you can read online or purchase provides more detail.

These voluntary sector champions have developed a two-part series that will help organizations strengthen their government relations, policy work and advocacy efforts. 

 

The first webinar Magnify Your Impact: Government Relations 101 introduces the basics of engaging in public policy and government relations. Participants will learn the difference between government relations, lobbying and advocacy, gain insight into provincial government decision making processes and structure, and get an overview of Canada Revenue Agency rules for charities engaging in advocacy. The webinar takes place on May 21 from 2 - 3:30 p.m. and costs $30.

 

The second session Developing an Advocacy Strategy will guide participants in developing a concrete action plan by discussing how to assess organizational capacity to undertake government relations, identify outcomes, understand audiences, develop key messages and strategies, implement and evaluate the plan. The session takes place June 11 from 1 - 3:30 p.m. and costs $50. 

This workshop will examine Community Engagement theory and practice and highlight the multitude of ways that technology can be used to enhance your community engagement efforts. Dive deeper into cutting edge methodologies and technologies that enable the brainstorming of ideas, voting, surveying, and community decision making, and challenge yourself to go deeper in your community engagement efforts. 

This position is responsible for the delivery of the Sage Savories frozen meals throughout the Edmonton area. The delivery driver assembles client's orders and then organizes an efficient daily delivery route. Hours of work are 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. and a vehicle is provided. Qualifications include a valid driver's license, clear driver's abstract and excellent customer service skills. Related experience is an asset. A complete job description is available. Submit resumes by May 19 to Barb Carroll at [email protected] or 15 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton AB T5J 2E5.

Stop by Ritchie Community Hall (7727-98 St) for tea and cake for $4 and stock up on lots of inexpensive home baking. Call 780-433-5377 for more information.

Find good deals on craft and art supplies, clothing, collectibles, furniture and electronics. Table rentals are $15 for ESC members and $20 for non-members. Location: General Hospital Auditorium (3Y, 11111 Jasper Ave). Call 780-342-8625 for more information.

Throughout July and August, NESA offers a variety of weekly day trips to destinations all across Alberta. This summer you can explore the Boreal Centre for Bird Conservation in Slave Lake, shop til you drop in Camrose and CrossIron Mills, enjoy theatre and museums, tour the Leduc #1 Discovery Centre and Devonian Botanic Garden and savour lunches, u-pick farms and farmer's markets. 

 

Registration begins May 27 from 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. (except for one trip with a deadline of May 15). Find out more in the NESA May/June newsletter, visit their centre (7524-139 Ave) or call 780-496-6969.

Three experts in one room to provide you with information on how to age well. 

• Health Below the Belt: Dr. Adrian Wagg, Professor of Healthy Aging & Geriatrician, University of Alberta 
• Lifestyle Choices & Bone Health: Dr. Angela Juby, Associate Professor and Geriatrician, University of Alberta 
• Eat Well to Age Well: Klara Lorinczi, RD, Clinical Dietitian, Grey Nuns Community Hospital 

For further information and to RSVP contact Sneha Prakash at 780-248-1969 or email [email protected].

The Festival offers volunteer positions that appeal to a wide range of interests, skills and availability. From greeting and providing information to patrons, to tending exhibits, to working on the Family Programs crew and making art with children and adults alike, the Festival provides countless opportunities for its volunteers to meet interesting people, engage with local and international modern art, and enjoy the summer on Churchill Square. 

 

More information on the volunteer opportunities and an application form are available on their website. Contact Dana at [email protected] or 780-426-2122 ext. 230 if you are interested in volunteering.