Canadian seniors urged to get COVID-19 vaccine
Infectious disease specialists are urging Canadian seniors to get their updated COVID-19 vaccines as fall approaches. These updated mRNA shots from Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna, newly approved by Health Canada, specifically target the emerging LP.8.1 variant—a descendant of Omicron closely monitored by the WHO CP24. Dr. Isaac Bogoch, speaking with CTV News, emphasizes that COVID-19 “can […]
Canadian seniors losing valuable health program
For over two years, the Age Well at Home pilot provided vital, free support services—like light housekeeping, transportation, and information/referral—to around 170 low-income seniors in Vernon through NexusBC Campbell River Mirror. Many relied heavily on volunteer drivers for grocery trips or medical appointments; others depended on housekeeping for maintaining cleanliness amid strict living budgets. With […]
New tool for Canadian seniors for medication
McGill University researchers have developed and are licensing a digital tool to help safely reduce patients’ use of medications that may be unnecessary or even harmful to them. When clinicians review a patient’s file, MedSafer flags potentially inappropriate medications. In a new clinical trial, the software helped deprescribe such medications in 36 per cent of long-term care residents, […]
More beds needed to service B.C. seniors
British Columbia is facing a looming crisis in long‑term care (LTC) capacity unless urgent action is taken — according to a report by B.C.’s Seniors Advocate, Dan Levitt, tabled in the legislature on July 29, 2025 Reddit+6Coast Reporter+6Bowen Island Undercurrent+6. Currently, the province operates around 29,595 publicly subsidized long‑term care beds, which is already more than […]
Canadian seniors get discounts on cannabis
Aurora Cannabis Inc., the Canadian-based leading global medical cannabis company, has recently expanded eligibility of their medical compassionate pricing program in Canada. As part of the company’s ongoing commitment to making medical cannabis more accessible to patients, the yearly income eligibility of the program has increased from $40,000 to $60,000 CAD for Aurora patients through AuroraMedical.com. “As over half of the […]
Helpful Tips for Seniors Month in Canada
As several provinces mark Seniors Month in June, the Canadian Bankers Association (CBA) is reaffirming its commitment to financial literacy and raising fraud awareness through its enhanced Fraud Prevention Toolkit for Older Adults. This Toolkit features new and revised guidance designed to empower older Canadians to safeguard their finances, stay vigilant against financial scams, and take action when they encounter fraudulent activities. Canadians […]
Partnership formed with Canadian seniors
The Canadian Association of Retired Persons (“CARP”), a non-partisan, non-profit, advocacy association working on behalf of its 255,000 members and all Canadian seniors, and Integracare Inc., a market leader in private home healthcare services, are pleased to announce a partnership to provide CARP members with preferred access to high-quality home care in areas that Integracare currently […]
Canadian seniors reminded about cancer screening
The Colorectal Cancer Resource & Action Network (CCRAN) is calling on Canadians to take charge of their health and rally behind friends and family participating in the upcoming 2025 BUMRUN events. Colorectal cancer continues to impact thousands of lives each year, but early screening can make all the difference, and we can fuel change through […]
Programs aid social inclusion of Canadian seniors
Canadians deserve to age with dignity. For many seniors, staying connected and active in their community is a big part of that dignity. Through the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP), the federal government funds pan-Canadian and community-based initiatives across Canada that create a significant impact for the social inclusion of seniors in their communities. Steven MacKinnon, Canada’s Minister […]
More seniors added to Canada dental plan
Investing in Canadians’ health is key to building a stronger Canada. In its first year, the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) has significantly improved access to affordable dental care. More than 3.4 million Canadians were approved to be part of the plan, while 1.7 million have already received care. The Honourable Kamal Khera, Minister of Health, […]
