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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Canada’s national flag flying at half-mast during National Public Service Week at the Claude Edwards Building in Ottawa honouring the contributions of Canadian public servants who have passed away. From coast to coast to coast, in big cities 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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Today, National Association of Federal Retirees (Federal Retirees) CEO Simon Coakeley addressed the Senate Finance Committee on the implementation of certain provisions of Bill C-97, the Budget Implementation Act. The provisions Coakeley discussed would modify the treatment of employees…
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Paula Bigger (candidate, and former Minister of Transportation), Richard Savidant (volunteer and event organizer) and Shirley Pierce (Advocacy Program Officer for Prince Edward Island) at the Summerside Branch all-candidates meet and greet during the recent provincial election. April saw…
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Robert Giroux, Ottawa branch president thanks Sherry Romanado, M.P. and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Seniors for delivering opening remarks at the Branch AGM on April 30 on behalf of the Honourable Filomena Tassi. We are also grateful to…
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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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April 28 marks the National Day of Mourning to commemorate workers who have been killed or injured on the job, or who have suffered illness as a result of their work. Workplace safety is an important issue in Canada and…
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Does your retirement future look bright? Please note that this event will be carried out in English. Subsequent sessions in French may be offered if demand warrants. Federal Retirees has joined forces with Preferred Partner Tradex and HealthPartners to…
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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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Julie Spencer (far right) is pictured with her fellow volunteers at the 2019 Central Okanagan Branch Annual General Meeting. There are as many types of retirement as there are retirees, and, for some, the lure of sunhats and lounge…
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The Treasury Board has announced the new PSHCP monthly contribution rates that will come into effect April 1, 2019. The contribution rates for retired members of the PSHCP with Supplementary coverage will be adjusted on April 1, 2019, to meet…
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