National Institute on Ageing

NEW PAPER! In Step 2 of a new 8-part paper series, Making a Case for Secure Pension Income, Bonnie-Jeanne MacDonald, PhD FSA FCIA explains how delaying CPP/QPP benefits can help solve major areas of financial risk in retirement. Read now to find out more! https://lnkd.in/gFsXK2kX #CanadaPensionPlan #QuebecPensionPlan #Canada #Retirement

The NIA would like to congratulate Steven MacKinnon as the new Minister of Labour and Seniors. We also thank Seamus O'Regan for his commitment to improving the lives of older adults. It was a pleasure working with you and we wish you all the best. #CdnPoli

Are you excited about supporting ageing Canadians through advocacy and policy solutions? Do you know someone who is? The NIA is accepting applications for a Director of Policy leave replacement role. Apply by August 9, 2024 to join our team! https://lnkd.in/g9UaNzqV

Many financially vulnerable older adults are facing a real crisis when it comes to increasing rental rates. Alyssa Brierley speaks with CBC about the high cost of living and issues older renters are currently facing in Canada. Read the article here! https://lnkd.in/gv72Uty5

"Housing is so very fundamental to living a life of dignity." As rent prices continue to skyrocket, many financially vulnerable seniors have limited ability to respond to increases, says Alyssa Brierley from the National Institute on Ageing. More: https://bit.ly/4bKEHKA

We are excited to share ACPM’s free, online retirement savings course! 📈💡 Planning for retirement is crucial for your financial health. This course will boost your understanding of retirement savings options and the best ways to plan for your retirement years. Suitable for all ages and stages. https://lnkd.in/gWvqAdKN

Spread the word! 2SLGBTQI+ people age 55 and over in Canada are invited to complete Employment and Social Development Canada's anonymous, online consultation: https://lnkd.in/ebmqEie5 Have more to say? Other ways to participate are available. To learn more please visit ESDC’s webpage here: https://lnkd.in/guvwNNCu By participating or by helping to spread the word, you will have a chance to amplify the voices and experiences of 2SLGBTQI+ older adults. You will also help fill important data gaps regarding gender and sexual diversity that could help address community needs and inform aging in place programs and policies in Canada.

Long-term care in Canada faces ongoing challenges. In Toronto, 650 beds were removed due to closures in 2024, exacerbating waitlists. Director of Health Policy Research, Dr. Samir Sinha discusses the current state and future needs of long-term care on CTV Your Morning. https://lnkd.in/gjEW4Gqg #LongTermCare

Our colleagues NORC Innovation Centre and University Health Network held a virtual panel on home care models for naturally occurring retirement communities (NORCs) last month. Missed it? Watch the recording featuring NIA Director of Health Policy Research, Dr. Samir Sinha! https://lnkd.in/gRRKNmie

We are happy to promote the Age Better grant program by HelpAge Canada This initiative grants up to $10,000 to support seniors’ services organizations across #Canada to enhance essential programs, equipment, and services for older adults. Apply by August 5th. https://lnkd.in/g5v_sZhW