In 2019, the first Canadian village, inspired by a Dutch model, opened in Langley, British Columbia. This type of infrastructure provides an adapted environment for residents living with a neurocognitive disorder. A second village, this time funded by the government, opened in July 2024 in the town of Comox on Vancouver Island. Like Langley Village, Comox Village is already demonstrating significant improvements in residents’ general condition and level of independence. Three new villages are in development. Researchers in this province are conducting a study of this innovation. Results will be available in 2026.

To learn more, read the article published in La Presse (in french)