In 2002, Elder Abuse Ontario implemented the first Elder Abuse Strategy to Combat Elder abuse in Canada.
Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario is a non-profit, charitable organization, recognized for its leadership in elder abuse prevention, providing education, training, resource development and information about the increasingly complex issues of elder abuse. The three key elements of the Strategy include:
Co-ordination of Community Services
To strengthen communities across the province by building partn
06/01/2026
June is , and the theme is Let’s Get Moving! All month, tag Ontario Seniors to show us how you are celebrating.
Download our printable fact sheet, tip sheet, poster and social media graphics to help promote the month in your local community:
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06/01/2026
🔶 June is National Indigenous History Month in Canada, an opportunity to learn about the unique cultures, traditions and experiences of First Nations, Inuit and Métis.
🔶 It’s a time to honour the stories, achievements and resilience of Indigenous Peoples, who have lived on this land since time immemorial and whose presence continues to impact the evolving Canada.
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06/01/2026
06/01/2026
National AccessAbility Week is a time to reflect on creating inclusive and accessible environments for residents living in long-term care.
In LTC homes, accessibility goes beyond physical spaces. It shows up in how residents experience care day to day, how they communicate their needs, how they engage in activities, and how supported they feel in maintaining their independence and dignity.
Many residents live with visible and non-visible disabilities, and barriers can still exist in routines, communication approaches, and care practices that are not always designed with everyone in mind.
Creating accessible LTC environments means taking a person-centred approach, adapting care to individual needs, and ensuring residents are meaningfully included in decisions about their care and daily lives.
This week is a reminder that accessibility is not a one-time effort. It is something to we continue to learn, reflect on, and strengthen over time.
Learn more about this day and others: https://ow.ly/zfFn50YT0bL
06/01/2026
05/31/2026
🎊 June is Seniors Month, a time to honor and appreciate the incredible contributions of our .
🎉🎈This year's theme, Fit, Active and Healthy Seniors.
💜 Let's celebrate their wisdom, stories, and love that have shaped our lives.
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05/31/2026
✅ World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is June 15.
✅ Join millions of people around the world to promote the rights of older adults. This year, join the WEAAD 2026 Campaign: Be Bold : .
✅ Learn more about WEAAD and campaign here : https://eapon.ca/weaad
05/29/2026
When past emotions or memories are triggered, be kind to yourself and others.
Taking care of yourself is a way to honour what you have been through.
Support is available. Call 1-855-242-3310 or chat online at www.hopeforwellness.ca
05/29/2026