More Canadian seniors are becoming food tourists
As food tourism rises, discovering, savouring, and sharing culinary offerings are now key aspects of the traveller experience for seniors looking to explore. Trip.com data reveals an over 30% year-on-year increase in senior users searching for food-related keywords globally, with growing interest in terms like “fine dining,” “local specialities,” and food-destination pairings like “Tokyo street food” and […]
Canadian seniors offered more sunny travel destinations
Following last year’s winter season, which saw a steady increase in vacation package bookings among Canadians to sought-after sun destinations down south, Sunwing Vacations is pleased to share its initial 2024-2025 winter schedule featuring flights from 24 airports across Canada to 27 sun destinations, including the exciting additions of Tulum, Camaguey-Santa Lucia and San Andrés. Offering more vacation packages to sun destinations than […]
Canadian seniors got a boost in old age benefits
Benefit payments for Canadian seniors went up slightly in a scheduled increase as retirement is “becoming unaffordable” for many in the country. July amounts of the Old Age Security (OAS) benefits increased by 2.8 per cent compared with the previous year after adjusting for inflation. For the July to September period, OAS benefits are rising by 0.7 […]
How seniors can safety-proof their home
As Canadian seniors age, ensuring their homes are safe becomes increasingly important. Safety-proofing a home can prevent accidents, increase comfort, and allow seniors to maintain their independence longer. Here’s how seniors can take steps to make their homes safer. 1. Preventing Falls Falls are the leading cause of injury among seniors, making fall prevention a […]
Canadian seniors should save this much for retirement
Retirement is a significant milestone in life, and for Canadian seniors, ensuring that they have enough money saved to live comfortably during their retirement years is a critical concern. Determining the exact amount required can be challenging, as it depends on various factors such as lifestyle expectations, health care needs, inflation, and geographic location. However, […]
The crucial issues facing seniors in the B.C. election
As the British Columbia (B.C.) election on October 19, 2024, approaches, several key issues are emerging that are particularly relevant to seniors. With an aging population, the concerns of older adults are becoming increasingly central to the political discourse. Seniors in B.C. face a variety of challenges, from healthcare access and housing affordability to financial […]
Canadian seniors not downsizing due to lack of options
As the population of seniors in Canada continues to grow, many experts have anticipated that an increasing number of older adults would choose to downsize their homes, moving into smaller, more manageable residences. However, the reality is that many seniors are not downsizing, and a significant factor behind this trend is the lack of suitable […]
B.C. Gen Xers relive their youth with roller skating event
Let the good times roll! Guildford Town Centre, the Fraser Valley’s premier shopping destination and community hub, proudly announces the revival of a beloved local landmark, Stardust Roller Rink. Reimagined as Skate Stardust and set to open September 12, 2024, the cultural throwback will take center stage at Guildford Town Centre until October 31, inviting visitors of […]
B.C. long-term care home based on idea of ‘dementia village’
Canada’s first ever public long-term care home based on the concepts of a dementia village has opened its doors in Comox on Vancouver Island. A partnership between Providence Living, the province and Island Health with funding also from St. Paul’s Foundation and Comox Valley Healthcare Foundation, Providence Living at The Views is the first step […]
This is how B.C. seniors can defer their property taxes
In British Columbia, seniors have the option to defer their property taxes, a program that provides significant financial relief for those who might struggle to keep up with the rising costs of homeownership in their retirement years. This initiative allows eligible seniors to defer paying their annual property taxes on their principal residence, giving them […]
