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Our mission

The RQRV’s mission is to support all citizens in their desire to age in ways that align with their needs, preferences, and aspirations, while promoting their health and quality of life.

Aging,
a major societal challenge

The significant increase in life expectancy over the past century has led to major changes in Quebec’s demographic profile. Together, stakeholders in the field of aging are joining forces to develop innovative solutions that enhance the quality of life and health of older adults with a view to sustainable aging.

Discover the government measures proposed in the Quebec government’s 2024-2029 action plan – The Pride of Aging.

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Un travail de collaboration et de coconstruction entre le milieu de la recherche, l'administration publique, les intervenants sur le terrain et les membres de la communauté est en cours. La recherche permet d’adopter les meilleures pratiques, de garantir la cohérence des mesures, de renforcer les capacités des ressources humaines et d’optimiser les ressources financières disponibles.
Plan d'action gouvernemental 2024-2029
La fierté de vieillir
Demeurer dans un environnement familier contribue à préserver une meilleure qualité de vie des personnes âgées. Dans une vision optimale, pour répondre à l’ensemble de leurs besoins variés, ce sont les services, l’aide et le soutien qui devraient venir à elles, là où elles vivent.
Plan d'action gouvernemental 2024-2029
La fierté de vieillir
Valoriser et soutenir la participation sociale et citoyenne est importante. Une vie sociale active permet de générer de l'estime de soi et des émotions positives qui ont un effet protecteur sur la santé.
Plan d'action gouvernemental 2024-2029
La fierté de vieillir

Our values

Excellence, humanity, collaboration, & sustainable health

COLLABORATION: We cultivate strong alliances with our collaborators and partners recognizing that aging is a global societal challenge that calls for true teamwork.
EXCELLENCE: We contribute to improving overall health and living conditions in aging through high-quality work that adheres to the highest standards of integrity and generates positive impacts for older adults.
HUMANITY: We act with kindness, empathy, and consideration toward network members and in our interactions with all our stakeholders and allies.
SUSTAINABLE HEALTH: We work tirelessly to promote sustainable health for older adults, integrating social, economic, and environmental dimensions into our approach.
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Our vision

To bring together the leading forces in aging research in Québec by coordinating sectoral and cross-sector initiatives and partnerships. As a major player in this field, we play a central role by collaborating with community, government, and philanthropic sectors.

Guiding principles and cross-cutting approaches in research

All thematic groups are based on fundamental guiding principles that shape how we operate, our objectives, and our actions: intersectorality, social mobilization, and the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI).

We also apply cross-cutting approaches tailored to each thematic group, including areas such as technology and artificial intelligence, law, economics, ethics, implementation science, participatory research, and co-creation.

Intersectoral approach

Intersectoral research makes it possible to move beyond traditional disciplinary boundaries to address multidimensional problems. In the context of aging, this approach is particularly relevant, as it allows us to explore how social, economic, and environmental factors interact and influence the quality of life of older adults.

In practical terms, intersectoral networking is reflected in the joint design of research projects, the use of innovative methodologies that integrate approaches from each represented sector, the involvement of researchers from at least two of the three major sectors supported by the FRQ, and the inclusion of user communities and citizens.

Social Mobilization

Social mobilization is a process that uses communication to rally as many people as possible around a shared cause and encourage them to take action toward a common social goal.

For effective collective action on aging, it is crucial to foster dialogue between the research community and society. We collaborate with the government and numerous partners from diverse backgrounds to ensure that research and its outcomes are visible and accessible not only to the scientific community, but also to the general public. The active participation of citizens and community organizations is essential for providing a comprehensive response to the challenges of aging.

Furthermore, social mobilization must align with the sustainable development goals, with a particular emphasis on equity, diversity, and inclusion. This involved promoting equal access to health care and social services, as well as creating environments adapted to the needs of older adults.

Responsible conduct in research

Sustainable aging aims to optimize opportunities for health, social participation, and security for older adults, while also considering the needs of future generations. It encompasses the promotion of healthy lifestyles, the adaptation of physical environments to support independence, and the development and maintenance of functional abilities, in accordance with WHO recommendations. This approach also integrates institutional and design considerations to create environments that promote the well-being of older adults.

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