Canadian seniors face challenges with U.S. travel
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) reminds senior travellers that it can be extra busy at the border over the Easter long weekend. Every day, the CBSA works hard to protect Canadians, support the economy and ensure the safe and efficient movement of people and goods across the border. In 2024, they welcomed over 93.4 […]
Tariffs changing shopping habits of Canadians
Food Processing Skills Canada (FPSC) released the just published consumer research report, Impact of US Tariffs on Canadian Food Consumer Behaviour. This report is part of a series of consumer surveys gathering insights into Canadians’ grocery shopping habits, perceptions of available products, and response to increasing food prices and inflation. This final report in the series […]
Canadian seniors need more financial flexibilities
The Securities and Investment Management Association (SIMA) welcomes the recent public-policy discussion about retirement savings strategies that would provide seniors with more financial flexibility as they age. More Canadians are working into their later 60s and 70s, highlighting the need to modernize policies. At the same time, updating retirement savings rules is essential to help […]
Rental subsidy rasied for B.C. seniors
The British Columbia government has recently announced significant increases to its rental subsidy programs aimed at assisting seniors and low-income families. This initiative is designed to alleviate the financial burden of housing costs for these vulnerable populations amid rising living expenses. Under the updated Rental Assistance Program, the average monthly supplement for eligible low-income families […]
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, […]
Issues for Seniors to Eye in the Canadian Election
As the 2025 Canadian federal election approaches, seniors should carefully evaluate the platforms of political parties to determine which one best represents their needs and concerns. Older Canadians make up a significant portion of the electorate, and policies affecting their financial security, healthcare, housing, and overall quality of life should be top priorities. Here are […]
Canadian seniors warned about glucose checks
Some people who use continuous glucose monitors have reported not receiving or hearing safety alerts from their smart devices, such as their smartphone or their smartwatch, according to a warning from Health Canada. If you miss a safety alert, you may fail to treat your low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) or high blood sugar (hyperglycemia), which […]
App helps Canadian seniors find good prices
Skyscanner’s app will now highlight prices that drop by 20% each day (compared to the last seven days). With Skyscanner relentlessly on the hunt for DROPS across the globe, Canadian travellers can feel confident they’ll never miss a deal again. Scouring more than 80 billion prices every day, Skyscanner’s new app-exclusive feature, DROPS, helps travellers find […]
Canadian seniors paying too much at airports
Canadian air travel is plagued by higher ticket prices, poorer service, and limited consumer choice due to ineffective and outdated federal policies, finds a new study published by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan public policy think-tank. “As Canadian travellers know all too well, airfares in Canada are higher than in other countries, but by aligning federal […]
