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March 2026 – OARC in Action

The March 2026 issue of OARC in Action highlights opportunities to share your voice, strengthen resident leadership, and stay connected with the latest news from OARC. Learn how your Residents’ Council can help shape future priorities through the Annual Residents’ Council Survey, explore upcoming educational opportunities, and discover new resources supporting meaningful resident engagement across Ontario.

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Inside this issue

  • Annual Residents’ Council Survey
  • 2026–2027 membership renewal
  • Upcoming webinars and education
  • Resident engagement resources
  • OARC updates and announcements
  • Opportunities to get involved

Stay informed with the latest news, resources, and opportunities supporting Residents’ Councils and resident-centred care across Ontario.

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Do you have a story about a project, event or program that was supported by your home’s Residents’ Council? We invite you to submit your stories for the chance to be featured in our next issue!

February 2026 – Resident Engagement Toolkit Launch

Resident Engagement Toolkit Launch

Discover OARC’s evidence-informed Resident Engagement Toolkit, developed with residents to help foster meaningful collaboration between residents and long-term care home leadership. This bulletin introduces the toolkit, explains how it can strengthen decision-making and home culture, and provides information about upcoming educational workshops and webinars.

February 2026 – OARC in Action

he February 2026 issue of OARC in Action introduces OARC’s expanded Regional Coach team and highlights new opportunities for Residents’ Councils to learn, participate, and stay connected.

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Inside this issue

  • Meet your new Regional Coach
  • Annual Residents’ Council Survey reminder
  • Early insights from the Food Service Survey
  • February webinar recording
  • OARC membership
  • OARC impact stories
  • GERAS Centre for Aging advisory opportunity
  • Research with Chinese-speaking residents
  • Therapeutic Recreation Month resources
  • Dementia care updates
  • Long-term care home spotlight

Learn how OARC is expanding regional support and creating more opportunities for resident participation across Ontario.

Share Your Story

Submit Your Story

Do you have a story about a project, event or program that was supported by your home’s Residents’ Council? We invite you to submit your stories for the chance to be featured in our next issue!

January 2026 – OARC in Action

Start the year with practical resources and exciting updates from OARC. This issue highlights new tools for Residents’ Councils, the launch of the Resident Engagement Toolkit, expanded regional coaching support, upcoming events and webinars, Residents’ Council Week planning, and opportunities from partners across Ontario’s long-term care sector.

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Inside this issue

  • Setting Councils up for success
  • January webinar recording
  • OARC Forums
  • Resident Engagement Toolkit launch
  • Residents’ Council Week 2026: Save the date
  • New Residents’ Bill of Rights translation: Punjabi
  • Long-term care partner resources and opportunities

Learn how OARC is expanding regional support and creating more opportunities for resident participation across Ontario.

Share Your Story

Submit Your Story

Do you have a story about a project, event or program that was supported by your home’s Residents’ Council? We invite you to submit your stories for the chance to be featured in our next issue!

December 2025 – OARC in Action

The December 2025 issue of OARC in Action closes the year with a message of gratitude and reflection while looking ahead to new opportunities in 2026.

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Inside this issue

  • Holiday wishes from OARC
  • January OARC webinar
  • Workshop invitation for OARC’s new website
  • Updates from the Ministry of Long-Term Care
  • Tools and resources

OARC also shares details about its expanded regional support model and upcoming opportunities for residents and sector partners to help shape its work.

Share Your Story

Submit Your Story

Do you have a story about a project, event or program that was supported by your home’s Residents’ Council? We invite you to submit your stories for the chance to be featured in our next issue!

November 2025 – Food Service Survey Deadline Extended

There’s still time to have your voice heard. This bulletin announces the extended deadline for OARC’s province-wide Food Service Survey and explains how resident feedback will help inform advocacy efforts, future education, and improvements to dining experiences in long-term care homes across Ontario.

November 2025 – OARC in Action

The November 2025 issue of OARC in Action reflects on the life and impact of resident advocate Devora Greenspon while sharing new resources, research, education, and opportunities for Residents’ Councils.

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Inside this issue

  • Remembering Devora Greenspon
  • New Residents’ Bill of Rights translations
  • Canadian Journal on Aging publication
  • Resident Food Service Survey
  • Medication management framework
  • OARC webinars
  • New website workshop invitation
  • Conference highlights
  • REAL members in action
  • Conference and events updates

Explore the people, resources, and initiatives helping strengthen resident voice across Ontario.

Share Your Story

Submit Your Story

Do you have a story about a project, event or program that was supported by your home’s Residents’ Council? We invite you to submit your stories for the chance to be featured in our next issue!

October 2025 – OARC Is Growing

Learn about career opportunities with OARC as the organization expands its support for Residents’ Councils across Ontario. This bulletin introduces available positions and highlights OARC’s commitment to strengthening resident leadership, meaningful engagement, and quality of life in long-term care.

September 2025 – Happy Residents’ Council Week!

Celebrate the important role Residents’ Councils play in creating positive change throughout long-term care homes across Ontario. This special Residents’ Council Week bulletin includes a message from OARC’s Executive Director, inspiring resident stories, a celebration poem by Resident Leader Art Thompson, event information, and opportunities to connect with fellow residents across the province.

September 2025 – Food Service Survey for Residents

Help shape the future of dining in long-term care by sharing your experiences with food services and mealtimes. This bulletin explains how resident feedback will support advocacy, education, and improvements to food service practices while outlining how to participate in the province-wide survey.