Seniors represent the fastest growing demographic in the country and the next government has an important role to play in adapting public policies and systems to the needs of today’s growing seniors population, and in future-proofing our policies and…
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The Ontario government has decided to proceed with the elimination of OHIP coverage for Ontarians for travel outside of Canada. This is set to come into effect October 1, 2019. The OHIP Out-Of-Country-Travellers Program covers doctor services, and emergency…
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On budget day, we highlighted the main promises that could impact our members. We have provided a more in-depth analysis of proposed retirement security initiatives, and in the coming weeks, we will share a closer look at what the…
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In March 2019, the Advisory Council presented its long-awaited interim report covering the Council’s work to date on pharmacare, and providing initial recommendations. The Advisory Council was established with the mandate to consult with stakeholders and consider recommendations on…
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Secure and dignified retirement for Canadians A step forward on pharmacare No national seniors strategy Support for veterans and their families Phoenix – money to address urgent issues The 2019 federal budget stops short of announcing full pharmacare —…
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One year after legislation came into force, the Minister of Health tabled Canada’s Palliative Care Framework, delivering on the 2018 deadline. The Act required the government to develop a framework in consultation with provincial and territorial governments and stakeholders, including…
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Federal Retirees’ President Jean-Guy Soulière (left) and the Honourable Filomena Tassi (right). On November 26, National Association of Federal Retirees President Jean-Guy Soulière and Director of Advocacy Sayward Montague had a productive and informative meeting with new Minister of Seniors,…
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This fall, members of the House of Commons Finance committee will review recommendations from across the country on what should be included in the 2019 budget. As we do every year, the National Association of Federal Retirees submitted…
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This fall, members of the House of Commons Finance committee will review recommendations from across the country on what should be included in the 2019 budget. The National Association of Federal Retirees submitted a written brief outlining our priorities and…
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This week the Office of the Prime Minister issued the first mandate letter to the newly appointed Minister of Seniors. The Minister’s mandate letter sets out the main priorities and objectives of their role. Among the key priorities outlined…
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Palliative care affects Canadians of all ages, and while it is not only needed for the elderly, we know there are now more seniors than children in Canada. This demographic is changing the face of Canadian society and adding new…
Read article Health Canada has launched a public consultation seeking your experiences, insights and ideas to inform the development of palliative care framework. This framework will support improved access to palliative care and the consultation seeks to identify opportunities, gaps and promising…
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