Is B.C.’s rent subsidy working for seniors?
B.C.’s new seniors advocate, Dan Levitt has called on the provincial government to redesign a program that provides rent subsidies for low-income seniors, saying recent improvements don’t go far enough. In April, the provincial government announced a one-time $430 payment, plus increases in monthly benefits, income eligibility and rent ceilings that will allow about 4,800 […]
Canadian home sales rise after interest rate cut
National home sales increased in June following the Bank of Canada’s first interest rate cut since 2020, and activity posted another small gain in August on the heels of the second rate cut in late July, but the bigger picture appears to be a market mostly stuck in a holding pattern. “Despite some fledgling signs of life […]
Canadian seniors get more access to vaccines
Pfizer Canada ULC applauds the Canadian provinces and territories that have added PREVNAR 20 (pneumococcal 20-valent conjugate vaccine) to their publicly funded immunization programs for adults, now in effect. PREVNAR 20 is approved by Health Canada for the prevention of pneumonia and invasive pneumococcal disease (including sepsis, meningitis, bacteremic pneumonia, pleural empyema and bacteremia) caused […]
Winter means risk of falls for Canadian seniors
Falls pose a significant health risk for older adults in Canada, leading to many injuries and hospital stays. The Public Health Agency of Canada reports that falls are the most common type of injury among elderly Canadians. About one in three Canadian seniors aged 65 and older experiences at least one serious fall each year. […]
Canada needs a silver alert program for seniors
A Silver Alert program, designed to locate missing seniors, offers numerous benefits for communities in Canada. This program, akin to the Amber Alert system for missing children, specifically targets seniors, particularly those with dementia, Alzheimer’s, or other cognitive impairments. As Canada’s population ages, with a growing number of seniors vulnerable to wandering or getting lost, […]
New effort to cover diabetes medication costs in Canada
Canadians should have access to the medications they need, regardless of where they live or their ability to pay. In 2021, over a quarter of British Columbia (BC) residents reported not having sufficient insurance to cover the cost of their prescription drugs. People should not have to choose between paying for their medications and putting food on the table. […]
Have you signed up for Canadian seniors dental care?
The federal government has launched an ad campaign in support of the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP). As one of the largest social programs in Canadian history, the CDCP will make dental care more affordable for up to nine million Canadians, who are currently without insurance. The CDCP is currently open to eligible seniors, adults […]
Canadian travellers brace for airline shutdown
Air Canada said that it is finalizing contingency plans to suspend most of its operations. Talks between the company and the Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA), representing more than 5,200 pilots at Air Canada and Air Canada Rouge, continue, but the parties remain far apart. Unless an agreement is reached, beginning on September 15, 2024, either […]
Canadian seniors lack awareness about dangers of RSV
With healthy ageing becoming a topic of interest for many as our population in Canada continues to grow older, data from a new survey has highlighted significant gaps in knowledge among older Canadians about respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), which is a common contagious respiratory virus. The virus can lead to severe outcomes, including pneumonia and hospitalization, and can […]
This gadget helps Canadian seniors get their shoes on easier
The stainless steel shoehorn with a long handle available on Amazon Canada is an excellent product that offers numerous benefits, especially for seniors. This simple yet highly effective tool is designed to make daily tasks easier, enhance comfort, and promote independence. Here’s why this shoehorn is a must-have for seniors and others who seek convenience […]
