Charity Ottawa, ON
This organization is registered with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).
Registration number: | 118955921RR0001 |
Type: | Charitable Organization |
Category: | Relief of Poverty |
Subcategory: | Organizations Relieving Poverty |
Mission Statement
HelpAge Canada’s mission is to work in partnership with others to improve and maintain the quality of life for vulnerable older persons and their communities in Canada and around the world. The organization is dedicated to supporting community organizations and empowering older people to live healthy, active, and dignified lives.
Geographic Focus
HelpAge Canada operates nationally, supporting seniors’ communities and programs across Canada, including remote regions like Nunavut. Internationally, HelpAge Canada collaborates with organizations in 11 countries worldwide through the HelpAge Global Network, addressing the needs of older people in both Canada and the developing world.
Program Highlights
HelpAge Canada delivers resources and support to community-based seniors’ services, with initiatives such as grants, digital literacy programs, and emergency assistance. A notable program is “Connected Elders & Youth,” which pairs elders and youth to strengthen digital skills in Nunavut. The organization also participates in advocacy at national and international forums, such as the United Nations, and supports projects in healthcare, food aid, and humanitarian relief abroad.
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