AGE-WELL Network of Centres of Excellence (NCE)

AGE-WELL NCE Inc. is Canada’s Technology and Aging Network. The pan-Canadian network brings together researchers, older adults, caregivers, partner organizations and future leaders to accelerate the delivery of technology-based solutions that make a meaningful difference in the lives of Canadians. AGE-WELL researchers are producing technologies, services, policies and practices that improve quality of life for older adults and caregivers, and generate social and economic benefits for Canada. AGE-WELL is funded through the federal Networks of Centres of Excellence program. www.agewell-nce.ca.



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Oct 24, 2023, 15:03 ET envisAGE looking to support Canadian technology solutions for seniors

TORONTO, Oct. 24, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, MEDTEQ+ and AGE-WELL launched the envisAGE 1st Call for Innovations to support the commercialization of technologies to help Canadian seniors maintain a better...

Oct 16, 2023, 08:55 ET Hundreds gather in Toronto to explore how technology can support older adults

AgeTech Innovation Week features the latest research, innovation, 40+ demos & exhibits TORONTO, Oct. 16, 2023 /CNW/ - Thought leaders and AgeTech experts from Canada and around the world are...

Aug 10, 2023, 08:50 ET Registration opens for AgeTech Innovation Week, October 23-27, 2023 in Toronto

TORONTO, Aug. 10, 2023 /CNW/ - Registration is now open for AgeTech Innovation Week, the premiere event for technology and innovation for aging and caregiving this year. Hosted by AGE-WELL, this...

Jun 29, 2023, 11:00 ET Enterprises to connect families and protect people from infection win National Impact Challenge 2023 ‒ Bold Innovations for Living

TORONTO, June 29, 2023 /CNW/ - Two very different enterprises won the top awards at the National Impact Challenge 2023 ‒Bold Innovations for Living, powered by AGE-WELL and SE Health. One winner's...

Jun 08, 2023, 09:59 ET AGE-WELL in collaboration with Canadian Frailty Network announces 17 research projects through the Catalyst Funding Program in Healthy Aging

The technology-enabled solutions will support healthy aging across the older adult life course TORONTO, June 8, 2023 /CNW/ - AGE-WELL in collaboration with the Canadian Frailty Network (CFN) is...

Mar 23, 2023, 09:00 ET AGE-WELL and SE Health launch new competition for startups, community-based and youth-serving organizations innovating to support older adults

TORONTO, March 23, 2023 /CNW/ - Are you a Canadian startup, community-based or youth-serving organization with an innovative solution to improve the lives of older adults and caregivers? The National ...

Jan 27, 2023, 10:26 ET National initiative will help Canadian companies get AgeTech solutions into the hands of older adults, caregivers and health care providers

More than 100 new innovative projects over 5 years across Canada MONTREAL, Jan. 27, 2023 /CNW/ - MEDTEQ+ and AGE-WELL are officially unveiling envisAGE, a large-scale pan-Canadian initiative whose...

Oct 20, 2022, 12:30 ET New software for tracking Parkinson's disease symptoms wins Canada-wide competition

REGINA, SK, Oct. 20, 2022 /CNW/ - A Canadian startup that has created a digital assessment tool for monitoring Parkinson's disease symptoms has won the 2022 AGE-WELL National Impact Challenge. In...

Oct 18, 2022, 12:01 ET New interactive tool aims to help people living with mild dementia stay safe while maintaining their freedom to go where they like

REGINA, SK, Oct. 18, 2022 /CNW/ - A unique website launched today offers proactive strategies to reduce the risk that someone living with mild dementia will get lost. The website features an...

Sep 28, 2022, 09:30 ET Dr. Alex Mihailidis recognised as one of the Healthy Ageing 50 -- 50 leaders working to transform the world to be a better place to grow older

TORONTO, Sept. 28, 2022 /CNW/ - Dr. Alex Mihailidis, an internationally renowned researcher who serves as AGE-WELL's Scientific Director and CEO, has been selected as one of the Healthy Ageing 50 –...

Aug 17, 2022, 10:30 ET AGE-WELL announces recipients of its 2022 Emerging Entrepreneur Award

TORONTO, Aug. 17, 2022 /CNW/ - The 2022 recipients of AGE-WELL's Emerging Entrepreneur Award are Liam Maaskant, co-developer of a walker with an elevating seat to give older adults greater...

Aug 03, 2022, 11:00 ET The AGE-WELL National Impact Challenge is back for startups in Canada's AgeTech sector

Application deadline is September 2, 2022 TORONTO, Aug. 3, 2022 /CNW/ - AGE-WELL is delighted to announce the launch of the 2022 AGE-WELL National Impact Challenge, one of the most inspiring and...

Jul 30, 2022, 06:00 ET Seeking Canadian innovators for $6.4 million prize to develop life-changing technology for people with dementia

The Longitude Prize on Dementia launches September 2022 calling for new assistive technologies that bridge cognitive gaps for people living with dementia. It will award $4.8 million of seed funding...

May 26, 2022, 11:30 ET AGE-WELL announces nine AgeTech projects to fast track innovations into the real world

Solutions will enhance the health and well-being of older adults and caregivers TORONTO, May 26, 2022 /CNW/ - AGE-WELL is funding nine exciting projects as part of its new AgeTech Implementation...

Mar 31, 2022, 11:00 ET New Canada-wide initiative will prepare trainees and early career researchers to be future leaders in digital health solutions for older adults

Total investment is more than $13M over 6 years in federal funding, cash and in-kind contributions TORONTO, March 31, 2022 /CNW/ - A new federally-funded national training platform will equip...

Oct 14, 2021, 11:00 ET Pelvic health therapy device wins Canada-wide competition

Developer was inspired by her own health challenges TORONTO, Oct. 14, 2021 /CNW/ - A device designed for the 1 in 3 women worldwide who will have pelvic health problems has won the 2021 AGE-WELL...

Oct 04, 2021, 11:00 ET Smaller, lighter 'smart' glove designed to stabilize a wider range of hand tremors

TORONTO, Oct. 4, 2021 /CNW/ - A second-generation, streamlined and battery-free stabilizing glove that can adapt to a wider range of hand tremors in people with Essential Tremor and Parkinson's...

Oct 01, 2021, 10:00 ET Finalists announced in national competition that will recognize top startups in Canada's AgeTech sector

TORONTO, Oct. 1, 2021 /CNW/ - Six Canadian startups have been chosen to compete in the 2021 AGE-WELL National Impact Challenge, it was announced today. One of the most exciting startup competitions...

Aug 12, 2021, 10:00 ET National competition returns to recognize top startups in Canada's AgeTech sector

Application deadline is September 20, 2021 TORONTO, Aug. 12, 2021 /CNW/ - AGE-WELL is pleased to announce the launch of the 2021 AGE-WELL National Impact Challenge, one of the most exciting startup...

Jul 26, 2021, 09:00 ET AgeTech Innovation Week virtual event announced

TORONTO, July 26, 2021 /CNW/ - AGE-WELL is excited to host AgeTech Innovation Week, a unique new event for anyone with an interest in technology and aging, to be held October 4-8, 2021. This free...

Jun 16, 2021, 11:00 ET Recipients of 2021 AGE-WELL Emerging Entrepreneur Award announced

TORONTO, June 16, 2021 /CNW/ - The newest recipients of the AGE-WELL Emerging Entrepreneur Award are Dr. Patricia Hewston, co-creator of a dance program for older adults with early memory or mobility ...

Apr 19, 2021, 10:00 ET AGE-WELL announces virtual roadshows on the future of technology and aging in Canada

TORONTO, April 19, 2021 /CNW/ - AGE-WELL will host five virtual roadshows to hear ideas from Canadians about how technology can best support older adults in the future. The Future of Technology and...

Sep 29, 2020, 09:00 ET COVID-19 has significantly increased the use of many technologies among older Canadians: poll

TORONTO, Sept. 29, 2020 /CNW/ - From Facebook to food delivery apps and fitness trackers, older Canadians have upped their use of many technologies and online services during the COVID-19 pandemic. A ...

Jul 10, 2020, 09:00 ET AGE-WELL invests over $10-million in 22 new research projects

Advancing technology-based solutions to support older adults and their caregivers TORONTO, July 10, 2020 /CNW/ - AGE-WELL NCE Inc. (Aging Gracefully across Environments using Technology to Support...

May 28, 2020, 09:00 ET Finalists announced in startup competition that will showcase technology-based solutions for seniors and caregivers

TORONTO, May 28, 2020 /CNW/ - Fifteen Canadian startups have been chosen to compete in this year's AGE-WELL National Impact Challenge, it was announced today. Finalists will be challenged to explain...

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