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This year, we awarded another $1.7 million through our national grants to organizations working to create transformational change in the lives of family caregivers across Canada. Explore these grants to see how our funding is helping to alleviate many different challenges caregivers face today.

Complete list of national grants below.

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SickKids Foundation
Giving families the support they need to transition kids with high medical needs out of hospital and back into their homes.
Inclusion NB
Ensuring caregivers of people with disabilities have what they need to be fully supported in their community.
Family Caregivers of BC
Improving access to training that will foster community-level support for caregivers in underserved, remote areas of BC.

REGION	ORGANIZATION	DESCRIPTION
AB	The Children’s Link Society	In response to the increased demand from families caring for a loved one with a disability, Children's Link is developing the LINKed platform. We are pleased to provide the funding that will help them transform their website into a highly functional user platform with greater access to resources and tools, and extend their reach across Alberta.
BC	Family Caregivers of BC	We are proud to support the creation of a new learning management system that will help Family Caregivers of BC broaden their reach and participation of family caregivers living in more remote areas of the province.
NB	Inclusion NB	Individuals who have an intellectual and developmental disability and their families are often isolated and vulnerable. We are proud work with Inclusion NB to provide greater consultative support and training for caregivers who want to help empower a person with a disability to live a full and valued life in the community of their choice.
NL	Seniors Resource Centre Association of Newfoundland & Labrador Inc.	We are pleased to support the development and distribution of videos and other information materials that will help support the journey of family caregivers in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Canada	Institute for Advancements in Mental Health	We are excited to help fund a multi-province research initiative that will map all available resources for caregivers of people with mental illnesses, and help caregivers overcome one of their most enduring obstacles - navigating the mental health system in Canada and accessing help.
Canada	Families for Addiction Recovery	Families for Addiction Recovery provides support to parents whose children are struggling with addiction through a free phone support line and one-on-one sessions with trained parent supporters. Through this funding, we will be able to help them meet and expand their support for family caregivers dealing with the unique challenges and stigmas of addiction.
ON	SickKids Foundation	Through this funding, we look forward to helping SickKids Foundation grow the number of family caregivers with direct access to Connected Care - a training and virtual support program for caregivers who are transitioning from hospital to home with a child who has high medical needs.
ON	The Princess Margaret	Through a new e-health intervention called iCALM for Family Caregivers (iCALM-FC), The Princess Margaret wants to reduce distress and promote the psychological well-being of family caregivers of advanced and metastatic cancer patients. Our funding of this project will help The Princess Margaret conduct research and make recommendations to rollout the service nationally.
ON	The Baycrest Foundation	With our support, the Baycrest Foundation is working to develop a Canadian caregiver assessment tool that will help those thrust unexpectedly into the role of caregiver understand their own needs, strengths and limitations. The tool will help healthcare providers recognize the value of caregivers, identify their needs and increase collaboration and coordination of caregiver services.
ON	Young Caregivers Association	We are proud to provide the funding needed to establish Young Caregiver programs and services at the local/regional level within 2 additional provinces, in order to assess and create an effective plan to eventually roll out in every province.
ON	Brain Injury Ontario	With our support, Brain Injury Ontario will provide free training for caregivers through the development of 5 self-guided learning courses. The educational modules will help caregivers expand their knowledge and provide coping strategies that will help them personally, in turn enhancing the lives of the individuals they support.
ON	Autism Society Ontario	Through our funding of the CARES program, caregivers of autistic children across Ontario will have access to a facilitator-led support group that will help parents foster a healthy and resilient mindset and skills for self-care. The support group will bring families together, allowing parents to connect through shared experiences and form a supportive social circle.
SK	Saskatoon Council on Aging	Once again we are pleased to support the work of the Caregiver Information and Support Centre in Saskatoon. With this grant we will fund the expansion of mental and physical well-being services for family caregivers across Saskatchewan, and facilitate dialogue with other provincial caregiver centers toward the goal of building a national support network.

REGION	ORGANIZATION
AB	ALS Society of Alberta
AB	Autism Society of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo
AB	Dr. Margaret Savage Crisis Centre Society
AB	ECSSEN Career School
AB	Inclusion Lethbridge Association
AB	Independent Living Resource Centre of Calgary
AB	Pilgrims Hospice Society
AB	Ronald McDonald House Charities Alberta
AB	The Calgary Between Friends Club-Fun and Fellowship for Disabled Youth
AB	Your Health Foundation
BC	Abbotsford Association for Healthy Aging
BC	Abbotsford Hospice Society
BC	Jewish Family Services Agency of Vancouver
BC	John Rudy Health Resource Centre Association
BC	Lake Country Health Society
BC	Lower Mainland Down Syndrome Society
BC	Powell River Hospice Society
BC	Quadra Circle Community Connections Society
BC	Ronald McDonald House BC & Yukon owned and operated by The Children's Family House Society of BC
MB	Manitoba Possible Services Inc.
MB	Special Olympics Manitoba Inc.
NB	Alzheimer Society of New Brunswick / Société alzheimer de Nouveau Brunswick Inc.
NS	Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Halifax
NS	Camp Triumph for Children Affected by Chronic Illness
NS	Ronald McDonald House Charities Atlantic
NS	Victorian Order of Nurses for Canada - Nova Scotia Branch / Les infirmières de l'ordre de Victoria du Canada - succursale Nouvelle-Écosse
ON	Able2: Support For People With Disabilities
ON	Autism Home Base Durham Inc.
ON	Beth Donovan Hospice
ON	Bruce Peninsula Hospice Inc.
ON	Cancer Assistance Program City Of Hamilton & District
ON	Childcan The Childhood Cancer Research Association
ON	Children's Aid Foundation Of Canada
ON	Children's Treatment Centre Foundation Of Chatham-Kent
ON	Community Support Services Of Niagara Region
ON	Georgian Bay Cancer Support Centre
ON	Hamilton Health Sciences Foundation
ON	Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital
ON	Hospice Toronto
ON	Hospice Vaughan
ON	Lansdowne Children'S Centre Foundation
ON	Nanny Angel Network Inc.
ON	Ontario Lung Association
ON	Ontario Prader-Willi Syndrome Association
ON	Sinai Health Foundation
ON	The Arthritis Society / La société d'arthrite
ON	The Dorothy Ley Hospice
QC	Association des aidant naturels du Bassin de Maskinonge « Main Tendres »
QC	Association des personnes proches aidantes Drummond
QC	Carrefour des proches aidants de Québec
QC	Centre d’action bénévole Concert’Action
QC	Centre d’action bénévole des MRC de Montmagny et de l’Islet
QC	Centre d'action bénévole de Charlevoix
QC	Cercle amical du Quebec / Friendship Circle of Quebec
QC	Le temps d'une pause, répit et soutient aux ainés
QC	Fondation de la société de soins palliatifs à domicile / Palliative Home-Care Society Foundation
QC	Regroupement soutien aux aidants de Brome-Missisquoi
QC	Réseau des proches aidants Les Moulins
QC	Service d'entraide de Breakeyville
QC	Résidence de soins palliatifs Saint Raphael Inc. / The Saint Raphael's Palliative Care Residence Inc.
SK	Bridgepoint Center Inc.

REGION	ORGANIZATION	DESCRIPTION
Canada	Ability Online Support Network	Our funding helped Ability Online expand their online platform to give the parents and family caregivers of youth with disabilities more ways to share, learn, and engage with each other.
ON	Baycrest Foundation	Through a monthly series of educational guides and webinars, Baycrest helps family caregivers navigate the complex health care system, provide education and support to help meet their needs and challenges.
SK	Bridgepoint Center for Eating Disorder Recovery	Bridgepoint offers two-day workshops for family caregivers of those with eating disorders and disordered eating. Our support helped Bridgepoint continue to offer these in-person workshops and expand their reach by creating an online version of the course.
Canada	Canadian Virtual Hospice	This project helped Canadian Virtual Hospice expand their library of videos and other instructional material to cover a wider range of caregiving tasks, providing family caregivers with the guidance they need to deliver safe care at home.
AB	Caregivers Alberta	With our funding, Caregivers Alberta created an online course based on their award-winning in-person program, COMPASS for Caregivers. This course provides caregivers with the skills and strategies they need to take care of themselves and improve their ability to take care of loved ones.
Canada	Family Caregivers of British Columbia	The National Caregiver Impact Project, in partnership with the CareMakers Foundation, brings together expertise from across Canada to make progress on accelerating caregiver friendly health care.
QC	La Fiducie du patrimione culturel des Augustines	With our support, Le Monastère des Augustines is able to provide more respite stays promoting caregiver health, rest and renewal. The respite packages include specialized workshops that will enhance the ability of the caregiver to take care of themselves and their loved ones.
QC	McGill University	The Royal Institution for the Advancement of Learning at McGill University has a wide range of expertise and resources to help those caring for loved ones with dementia. Our funding helped McGill make those resources available to caregivers from coast to coast.
ON	McMaster University and Carers Canada	Through our funding of a research project, McMaster and Carers Canada are creating a better understanding of the experiences of working caregivers and employers and gaining insights into challenges and possible solutions.
SK	Saskatoon Council on Aging	We’re pleased to have helped the SCOA improve access to a broad range of practical supports & information caregivers need through website updates, online presentations and chat groups, and telephone support.
ON & BC	Yee Hong Center For Geriatric Care	With our support, Yee Hong launched The CARE for Caregivers Project, which is helping them assist the Gaia Community and Wellness Society to develop quality, culturally and linguistically appropriate services for family caregivers of Chinese older adults (and other ethnic groups) in Vancouver.
ON	Young Caregivers Association	The Young Caregivers Association is a leader in service, awareness and empowerment for young caregivers in southwestern Ontario. Our funding is helping them digitize core programs and training modules to make them accessible across Canada.

REGION	ORGANIZATION
AB	Alberta Adaptabilities Association
AB	Calgary Cerebral Palsy Association
AB	Calgary Seniors' Resource Society
AB	Cerebral Palsy Association in Alberta
AB	Inclusion Lethbridge Association
AB	Jewish Family Service Calgary
AB	Kids Cancer Care Foundation of Alberta
AB	Parkinson Association of Alberta
AB	Road Ahead Society of Calgary: Future Planning Resources for our Family Members with a Disability
AB	Ronald McDonald House Charities Alberta
AB	Sage Seniors Association
AB	Vecova Centre for Disability Services and Research
AB	Wellspring Calgary
AB	Wheatland and Area Hospice Society
BC	Bridge Youth & Family Services Society
BC	Canadian Mental Health Association Vernon and District Branch
BC	Cassie and Friends: A Society for Children with Juvenile Arthritis and Other Rheumatic Diseases
BC	Cerebral Palsy Association of British Columbia
BC	Compassionate Neighbourhood Health Partners Society
BC	Cowichan Family Caregivers Support Society
BC	Lake Country Health Society
BC	Nanaimo Brain Injury Society
BC	Ridge Meadows Seniors Society
BC	Seniors Come Share Society
BC	Victoria Hospice Society
MB	Alzheimer Society of Manitoba Inc.
MB	Manitoba Hospice Foundation Inc.- Fondation De L'hospice Du Manitoba Inc.
MB	Steinbach Community Outreach Inc.
MB	Thompson Seniors Community Resource Council Inc.
MB	Town of Morris
NB	New Brunswick Association For Community Living Inc./Association Du Nouveau Brunswick Pour L'integration Communautaire Inc.
NB	Opal III - Fredericton Respite Services Inc.
NL	Seniors Resource Centre Association of Newfoundland & Labrador Inc.
NS	Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Halifax
NS	Victorian Order of Nurses for Canada - Nova Scotia Branch Les infirmières de l'Ordre de Victoria du Canada - Succursale Nouvelle-Écosse
ON	Canadian Mental Health Association, York Region Branch
ON	Carefor Eastern Counties
ON	Cedarbrook Society
ON	Central West Specialized Developmental Services
ON	Chatham-Kent Hospice Foundation
ON	Childcan The Childhood Cancer Research Association
ON	Community Care Northumberland
ON	Community Family Services of Ontario
ON	Community Living North Halton
ON	Community Living Oakville
ON	Empower Simcoe Foundation
ON	Families for Addiction Recovery
ON	Hospice of Waterloo Region
ON	Hospice Vaughan
ON	Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada
ON	Philip Aziz Centre for Hospice Care
ON	Ronald McDonald House Charities Toronto
ON	Sikhs Serving Canada Association
ON	United Way Halton & Hamilton
QC	Association des proches aidants Arthabaska-Érable
QC	Association des traumatisés cranio-cérébraux de la Montérégie
QC	Centre Communautaire "L'eclaircie"
QC	Centre d'Aide aux Proches Aidants des Basques
QC	Fondation de la Société de soins palliatifs à domicile / Palliative Home-Care Society Foundation
QC	La Societe Alzheimer De L'estrie
QC	L'association Des Tcc Des Deux Rives (Quebec-Chaudiere-Appalaches)
QC	Le hameau des Cultures
QC	Les Aidants Naturels Du Haut St-Laurent (ANHSL)/The Natural Caregivers of The Haut St-Laurent (NCHSL)
QC	L'Étoile de Pacho - Réseau d'entraide pour parent d'enfant handicapé
QC	Regroupement Des Proches Aidants De Bellechasse
QC	Regroupement Soutien Aux Aidants De Brome-Missisquoi
QC	Société Alzheimer Outaouais/Alzheimer Society Outaouais
QC	Societe Quebecoise Du Syndrome D'angelman
SK	Eden Care Communities Foundation Inc.
SK	Heritage Community Association Inc.
SK	Jubilation Residential Centres Inc.

REGION	ORGANIZATION	DESCRIPTION
BC	Association of Neighbourhood Houses BC	Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House focuses on supporting, enabling caregivers through support circles, resource referral, and care management.
ON	Baycrest Foundation	Together with Baycrest, we created 3 online modules to support family caregivers. Discover how demanding caregiving can really be.
Canada	Canadian Home Care Association	With our support, the Canadian Home Care Association expanded its reach to increase awareness and recognition of family caregivers across Canada.
ON	Circle of Care	With our funding, Circle of Care created the Caregivers Club, to support and recognize caregivers when they need it most.
ON	Community Care City of Kawartha Lakes	Our funding enabled Community Care CKL to provide caregiver respite via transportation services for their loved ones. This contributed towards the sustainability of Community Care’s Specialized Transportation fleet of vehicles.

Working together for caregivers.

2022 National Grant recipients.

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Our grant recipients.