The problem with pension surplus plans
The federal government will move approximately $1.9 billion of a pension surplus to general revenues. There were other, fairer, options at its disposal.
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Sage60:
Fall 2025 issue
In this edition of Sage60, we explore themes of health, safety, personal introspection and technology.
Our opening feature dispels myths and misconceptions about seniors’ health with insight from experts. We follow that with a reflective piece on memoir writing, featuring two members who’ve shared their personal stories and a coach with advice on how to get started. Making the difficult decision to stop driving is always fraught. Sage60’s primer helps readers navigate the way. Finally, we share ways to deal with your outdated files — whether VHS recordings or floppy disks. It is indeed possible to digitize them and continue to cherish the memories they hold.
Sage60, the digital version of our popular Sage print magazine, gives readers fresh content four times a year, and it releases six weeks after each print edition. We hope you enjoy this issue.
Features
A toast to Canada’s tastes
In an ode to this great land, Sage60 asks the experts to pick one ingredient from each of the 10 provinces and three territories that’s worth celebrating.
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Summer sippin’
In our continuing ode to Canada, we reached out to five distilleries and one cocktail bar to ask for their favourite summer cocktail.
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Saving memories for the future
Most of us have memories stored in outdated technological formats. Sage60 tells you how to digitize these treasures so you can view them again and again — and maybe future generations can, too.
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Mythbusting old-age adages
Society makes many generalizations about aging. In Federal Retirees’ continuing efforts to combat ageism, Sage60 takes a look at the most common of them, and investigates what science says about them. You don’t need as much sleep as you age; you will…
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Summer songs from coast to coast
Sage60 looks at cool festivals in a variety of genres, from chamber music to roots.
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The dangers of wildfire smoke
Experts are advising monitoring symptoms and erring on the side of caution, especially if you have pre-existing conditions.
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U.S. bound?
From registration requirements to concerns about social media scrutiny, Canadian snowbirds are facing new realities under Trump’s second term.
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Uber active retirees
A study has shown that 150 minutes of moderate physical activity per week can reduce all-cause mortality by 31 per cent compared with no physical activity.
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Down with doomscrolling
There are many good reasons to escape the thrall of your smartphone, including avoiding “suffering from retirement.”
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Past issues
Summer 2025
Summer sippin’
In our continuing ode to Canada, we reached out to five distilleries and one cocktail bar to ask for their favourite summer cocktail.
View Details Summer songs from coast to coast
Sage60 looks at cool festivals in a variety of genres, from chamber music to roots.
View Details The dangers of wildfire smoke
Experts are advising monitoring symptoms and erring on the side of caution, especially if you have pre-existing conditions.
View DetailsSpring 2025
A toast to Canada’s tastes
In an ode to this great land, Sage60 asks the experts to pick one ingredient from each of the 10 provinces and three territories that’s worth celebrating.
View Details Uber active retirees
A study has shown that 150 minutes of moderate physical activity per week can reduce all-cause mortality by 31 per cent compared with no physical activity.
View Details Down with doomscrolling
There are many good reasons to escape the thrall of your smartphone, including avoiding “suffering from retirement.”
View DetailsWinter 2025
The problem with pension surplus plans
The federal government will move approximately $1.9 billion of a pension surplus to general revenues. There were other, fairer, options at its disposal.
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Dancing the night away
Getting your dancing shoes on can help you cognitively and socially. It’s also just plain fun.
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Cannabis edibles pros and cons
Cannabis products that can be eaten instead of smoked have benefits and risks. It’s best to speak to your medical practitioner about both before you try any.
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