Prime Minister Mark Carney’s first budget promises nation-building investments while aiming to shrink the federal public service by 10 per cent. PM Mark Carney’s first budget is a little dissonant: austere for most of us yet lavish on what the…
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Federal Retires member Nancy Payne is this year’s Silver Cross Mother. Nancy is pictured here with Prime Minister Mark Carney and Deputy of the Governor General and Chief Justice of Canada Richard Wagner. Photo: Dave Chan Cpl. Randy Payne was…
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Join Collette’s virtual travel event for Federal Retirees members on Nov. 18 and unlock special savings on unforgettable tours. Join Danielle Martins, sales support manager with our preferred partner, Collette, for an exclusive online session designed for curious travellers. Taking place on…
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The National War Memorial in downtown Ottawa is a place of remembrance and reflection for generations of Canadians. The National Association of Federal Retirees joins Canadians across the country in observing Remembrance Day on Nov.11. On this solemn day, we…
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Today’s federal budget offers some progress, but not enough to address the challenges facing Canada’s aging population. The National Association of Federal Retirees is concerned that today’s federal budget does not include meaningful action on our key advocacy priorities. With…
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Financial Literacy Month reminds us that open conversations about finances can lead to better decisions and less stress. Many Canadians have decades of experience managing their finances, but we don’t always talk about what we’ve learned. That’s where Financial Literacy…
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Have you flipped through the latest issue of Sage60, our digital e-zine? Visit Sage60 online to check out current and past issues. The fall 2025 edition of Sage60, the digital companion to Federal Retirees’ Sage magazine, is here. Published quarterly,…
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Federal Retirees is proud to support a new study exploring the well-being and experiences of solo retirees in Canada. The original Nov. 15 deadline for the study questionnaire has been removed. The research team continues to welcome responses.The Life Research…
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To meet the challenges of a changing global economy, Canada must invest in policies that support aging with dignity and financial security. Budget 2025 will be released Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025, which also marks the start of a new fall…
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From left to right, Kathy Manzo and Carol Grieco, walk their dogs in a community park. The longtime friends met on the job in 1973 and have supported each other ever since. World Mental Health Day, coming up on Oct….
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On Oct. 28, join our free webinar, offering tools for resilience, adaptability and clarity in uncertain times. Change is a constant — but thriving through it is possible. Whether you’re preparing for retirement, shifting roles or adapting to evolving workplace…
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National Seniors Day is a celebration — but it’s also a call to action. (From left: Secretary of State for Seniors Stephanie McLean, Federal Retirees acting board chair Hélène Nadeau and CEO Anthony Pizzino.) Oct. 1 marks National Seniors Day…
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