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This section highlights the latest news, publications and activities of the Observatory and more.
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Latest news
Journée nationale de concertation en proche aidance 2024
The most recent edition of the Journée nationale de concertation en proche aidance was the first step in the consultation process to inform the government’s upcoming caregiver action plan, the Plan d’action gouvernemental pour les personnes proches aidantes 2026-2031.
2023-2024 Activity report: an outstanding year for the Observatory
In its 2023-2024 activity report, the Observatory presents its projects and achievements, and outlines the progress made over the past year.
Call for caregivers’ stories from parent caregivers of autistic children
Are you the mother or father and caregiver of an autistic child? Would you like to share your experience and contribute to our mission?
Scientific watch on caregiving: a survey to better understand your expectations
To tailor the scientific watch on caregiving to the needs of its target audiences, the Observatory invites you to complete an anonymous and confidential survey regarding your interests and preferences.
New release: Infographic “Helping caregivers self-identify: Strategies for professionals and practitioners”
This infographic suggests useful strategies and resources to facilitate self-recognition among caregivers.
New release: Intersectoral collaboration and partnership framework
This document describes the interactions between the Observatory and its stakeholders, as well as its process for fostering mutually beneficial collaboration and partnership activities.
New release: Scientific watch bulletin on caregiving
In this first issue, discover a summary of the work of Quebec researchers in the field of caregiving, published between July 2022 and September 2023.
Caregiving at the 91st ACFAS Congress
Discover the seminars and presentations on caregiving at the 91st ACFAS Congress, held from May 13 to 17 in Ottawa.
Call for caregivers’ stories
Are you a caregiver? Would like to share your experience and contribute to our mission?
Now available in English: Who are Quebec’s caregivers and what kinds of support do they provide? An age- and gender-based analysis
This statistical report profiles Quebec caregivers through the lens of age and gender and the support they provided in 2018.
Newsletter – 5th edition, January – February 2024
This latest edition offers a retrospective of the year 2023 and an overview of current and upcoming projects for the year 2024.
Happy New Year 2024!
Together, let’s welcome 2024, with a sneak preview of some of our upcoming projects.
