Innovation coming to seniors housing
As global demographics shift, the aging population becomes a defining force in product innovation. At the 137th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair), Chinese companies have been embracing this trend with technology-driven, senior-centric solutions designed to promote safety, independence, and dignity for older adults. One standout exhibitor, Guangzhou SELAQUA Sanitary Ware Co., Ltd. (Aicube […]
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 brace for postal strike
A potential Canada Post strike, set to commence on May 23, 2025, poses significant challenges for Canadian seniors who heavily depend on traditional mail services for essential communications, financial transactions, and healthcare needs. Impact on Seniors Many seniors, particularly those in rural or remote areas, rely on mail for receiving bills, bank statements, prescription medications, […]
Canadian seniors see jump in debt problems
A new national study from Money.ca reveals that Canada is facing a mounting debt and delinquency crisis, with average non-mortgage debt rising and delinquency rates spiking sharply across the country. The findings from Canada’s Rising Debt Crisis shed light on growing financial vulnerability among Canadians, fueled by inflationary pressures, high housing costs, and rising interest rates. The report, which examines data across […]
Canadian seniors offered new flight options
Air Canada’s recent announcement of its largest winter expansion to date, featuring new routes to Latin America, presents exciting opportunities for senior travelers seeking warmer climates during the colder months. This expansion includes four new destinations and 13 new routes, enhancing accessibility to popular sun destinations. CTV News For seniors, especially those residing in colder […]
Canadian snowbirds could see U.S. visa changes
On May 10, 2025, U.S. lawmakers introduced the “Canadian Snowbird Act,” a bipartisan bill aimed at extending the duration Canadian retirees can spend in the United States without a visa. Currently, Canadians are permitted to stay in the U.S. for up to six months per year under the B-2 tourist visa. The proposed legislation seeks […]
More Canadian seniors are getting divorced
In Canada, divorce trends among seniors have shown notable shifts over the past several decades. While overall divorce rates have declined, the rates among older adults have remained stable or even increased slightly.Statistics Canada+1Statistics Canada+1 According to Statistics Canada, age-specific divorce rates for individuals aged 50 and over have plateaued since the mid-2000s, contrasting with […]
Canadian airline offering more storage space
Air Canada announced that it will be the launch customer for the Airbus Airspace cabin on the A220 family of aircraft, giving customers more overhead storage space. The first aircraft to receive the new bins are scheduled to be delivered early in 2026. The A220 Airspace cabin features new XL bins, increasing the overhead capacity […]
Canada issues new travel advisories
If you’re travelling outside the country, health and safety are often top of mind. Before setting off, it’s always wise to check whether your destination has any travel advisories or warnings. Here are some Canadian government travel advisories that are currently in effect for popular destinations. Spain The Canadian government is warning travellers to “exercise a high […]
Canadian cities with the happiest cats
The WHISKAS Brand, proudly part of the Mars family of brands, released the findings of the WHISKAS brand Cat Happiness Scale. The WHISKAS brand partnered with experts from Waltham Petcare Science Institute to identify the top behaviours associated with cat happiness and then uncovered cities where they are most frequently displayed by Canadian cats on […]
