Can Canada afford expanding seniors benefits?
Canada’s budget watchdog says the federal government may not meet its fiscal anchors if it acquiesces to the Bloc Québécois’ demand to expand seniors benefits in exchange for keeping the minority Liberals in power. Bloc leader Yves-François Blanchet confirmed his party would vote against a Conservative non-confidence motion, giving the Liberals enough support to avoid […]
The flu shot has arrived for Canadian seniors
Getting a flu shot is one of the most important steps Canadian seniors can take to protect their health, especially as the flu season approaches. For seniors, the flu can lead to severe complications, hospitalization, and even death due to their age-related vulnerabilities and potential preexisting conditions. Here are key reasons why Canadian seniors should […]
Cancer screening expanding across Canada
Canada is making excellent progress in establishing, expanding and improving lung and cervical cancer screening programs across the country, according to new environmental scan reports from the Canadian Partnership Against Cancer (the Partnership). This is critical because regular screening can help save lives. “Screening programs that are more accessible to everyone, including those in rural and remote […]
Party promises free transit for seniors in B.C.
BC NDP candidates Garry Begg (Surrey-Guildford) and Jinny Sims (Surrey-Panorama) announced recently that the BC NDP will be delivering free public transit for seniors in off-peak hours.“For seniors in our community, especially those who don’t drive, it can be challenging to get to their appointments or even the grocery store,” said Begg. “At the same […]
Big travel deal for Canadian seniors
Canadians in search of an all inclusive vacation that delivers lavish amenities and accommodations in stunning destinations need not look further. Sunwing Vacations’ Partner of the Month for October is sure to please. For a limited time, Iberostar Beachfront Resorts is offering Sunwing customers who book select hotels in Jamaica, Mexico and Dominican Republic between October 3 and November 2, 2024 access to exclusive rates […]
Canadian seniors look at sustainable travel
Trip.com Group, a leading global travel service provider, reveals that while sustainability awareness is rising among travellers, including seniors, there remains a gap between awareness and action. This is one of the key insights from the Sustainable Travel Consumer Report 2024 that the Group released. The report draws from 9,867 survey samples from 109 countries […]
Canadian seniors should take iron deficiency seriously
Iron deficiency is a common issue among Canadian seniors, and it can have serious health implications if left untreated. Iron is essential for producing hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that transports oxygen throughout the body. When there isn’t enough iron, the body can’t produce adequate hemoglobin, leading to a condition called iron deficiency […]
Here’s how Canadian seniors can winterize their homes
Winterizing a home is essential for Canadian seniors to stay warm, safe, and energy-efficient during the cold months. Proper weatherization can help reduce heating costs, prevent potential health risks, and ensure the home remains comfortable. Here are some practical steps seniors can take to winterize their homes effectively. 1. Insulate Doors and Windows Windows and […]
How Canadian seniors can sleep without pills
A strategy developed by Canadian researchers for encouraging older patients with insomnia to wean themselves from sleeping pills and improve their sleep through behavioral techniques is effective, data suggest. If proven helpful for the millions of older Canadians who currently rely on nightly benzodiazepines (BZDs) and non-BZDs (colloquially known as Z drugs) for their sleep, […]
B.C. seniors get new, virtual at-home care
Seniors will be supported to stay in their homes longer with a new virtual service that provides some of the essential support of a long-term care facility in their own home. “Seniors prefer to live in their own home receiving supports and assistance, in a space that is familiar and comfortable,” said Adrian Dix, Minister […]
