Reports published by the Federal/Provincial/Territorial (FPT) Ministers Responsible for Seniors Forum are now available.

Consultations on the Social and Economic Impacts of Ageism in Canada: “What We Heard” Report summarizes input received from across Canada in 2022 from the FPT Seniors Forum-led roundtable consultations and stakeholder-led consultations and the ageism questionnaire.

Preventing and Responding to the Mistreatment of Older Adults: Gaps and Challenges Exposed During the Pandemic, summarizes the results of a comprehensive literature review and survey responses from 249 stakeholders across Canada on the key gaps and challenges related to mistreatment prevention and response exposed during the pandemic.

These reports highlight the role all Canadians have in challenging ageism in various contexts, how the mistreatment of older adults can be better prevented and how at-risk older adults can be better supported.

They will inform future approaches, initiatives and strategies to address ageism and the mistreatment of older adults in Canada.

We invite you to follow the Facebook page Seniors in Canada to get the latest information on programs and services available to seniors, including older workers.

Our Cowichan- Communities Health Network:

As the Our Cowichan- Communities Health Network we have an opportunity to make a positive and meaningful contribution to our communities’ future. We are committed to enhancing communities’ health and well-being and fostering a learning environment focussed on the factors that impact health and well-being. The geographic area includes the Cowichan Region which stretches from the Gulf Islands of Valdes in the East to the Mouth of the Nitinat in the West…. From the Malahat in the South to North Oyster in the North. There are four Municipalities, nine electoral areas, nine First Nations and Métis, local and regional government organizations with a population of approximately 85,000 people.

Vision:

All people of the Cowichan communities enjoy good health and wellbeing.

Mission:

Our Cowichan facilitates discussion, provide information, and are a catalyst for action on the 12 Determinants of Health.

Who:

We are a group of people who are committed to developing an effective and sustainable community and health system in the Cowichan Communities.

What:

The Health Network provides support to Our Cowichan through planning, communications and logistics.

When:

We meet on the second Thursday bi monthly; Members sign up for one- or two-year terms. Meetings take place in the community or via Zoom.

Why:

We are committed to creating healthy communities for generations to come.

How Can I Learn More About Participating in Our Cowichan?

Contact Cindy Lise the regional facilitator at 250 709-5062 or email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Our Cowichan
Small Grants Initiative
- Call for Proposals

Thank you for your interest in contributing to the health of citizens living in the Cowichan Region. Our Cowichan Communities Health
Network (OCCHN) is pleased to provide a maximum grant of $2,000.00 toward eligible projects in the Cowichan Valley. Please read the following information
to ensure your proposal meets the funding requirements.
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The Generous Contribution of
the Mischa Weisz Grant
Youth @ Home Basic Needs Initiative

Thank You to the Mischa Weisz Foundation for the Generous contribution to the Youth Healthy Meals Program. We are thrilled to receive a second round of funding for the nutritious meals program

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Our Cowichan

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24 Hour Nurse Line: Call 8-1-1 toll-free in B.C.
or for the hearing-impaired, call 7-1-1

Health Care Centres and Walk Ins

Community Recreation Centres

Mental Health & Substance Use Supports & Resources