Meagan Gillmore, Author at Canadian Affairs

A ‘shame’: What Canada loses from declining volunteerism

‘This decline in volunteerism … is really a symptom of a broader malaise in civil society,’ says one expert

Dental care is the latest social benefit to look at family income when determining eligibility. Is this fair?

MAID for mental illness is slated to come into effect in 2027, though 10 provinces and territories have advocated for an ‘indefinite pause’

Thousands of Canada’s oldest seniors have unmet home care needs, making it difficult for them to stay healthy and remain in their homes

From anger to addiction, men’s mental health issues often go unnoticed and untreated — until it can be too late

New data show Canadians’ social time is shrinking. But experts say in-person relationships remain vital for well-being

Nearly all people who are grieving want to be asked about their grief. But half say they do not feel supported while grieving

Young people, the university-educated and secular Canadians are more likely to view opposing views on gender and race with hostility

Hindu Canadians’ under-representation in all levels of government hurts Hindus, former MP Chandra Arya says

Seniors are coming to classrooms and students are going to care homes as intergenerational programs gain recognition as a way to reduce isolation