Today’s federal budget offers some progress, but not enough to address the challenges facing Canada’s aging population. The National Association of Federal Retirees is concerned that today’s federal budget does not include meaningful action on our key advocacy priorities. With…
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Federal Retirees is proud to support a new study exploring the well-being and experiences of solo retirees in Canada. The original Nov. 15 deadline for the study questionnaire has been removed. The research team continues to welcome responses.The Life Research…
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National Seniors Day is a celebration — but it’s also a call to action. (From left: Secretary of State for Seniors Stephanie McLean, Federal Retirees acting board chair Hélène Nadeau and CEO Anthony Pizzino.) Oct. 1 marks National Seniors Day…
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Women veterans across Canada are gathering in Ottawa on Oct. 30 to build connections, exchange ideas and move the ACVA report into action. Apply now to be at the table. Call for participants Thank you for your interest in the…
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The National Association of Federal Retirees is seeking a volunteer to serve as an advocacy program officer (APO) in Alberta. Apply today! As an APO, you will assist branches in developing advocacy plans that support national campaigns. You’ll coordinate…
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Ümit Kiziltan has joined our volunteer team as the advocacy program officer for Ottawa and Nunavut. Federal Retirees is pleased to welcome Ümit Kiziltan as the new advocacy program officer (APO) for Ottawa and Nunavut. Ümit is an economist and…
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Karen Breeck, a retired physician and veteran as well as a member and volunteer of Federal Retirees, is leading the call to make June 12 a day of action — not just recognition — for women veterans across Canada. This…
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The CPP fund continues to grow, even in uncertain times, delivering value for current and future retirees. Internationally recognized as one of world’s top-performing public pension funds, CPP Investments, the organisation responsible for managing the funds of the Canada Pension…
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Federal Retirees congratulates Stephanie McLean on her appointment as secretary of state for seniors. The National Association of Federal Retirees extends its sincere congratulations to Stephanie McLean on her appointment as secretary of state for seniors. Supporting older Canadians —…
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Federal Retirees has helped shape a global decision that could redefine aging and human rights. The National Association of Federal Retirees (Federal Retirees) applauds the United Nations Human Rights Council for its significant strides toward safeguarding the human rights of…
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Where do Canada’s political parties stand on the issues that matter to older adults? We’ve reviewed platforms, announcements and statements to find out. Below you will find information from each political party based on their platforms, announcements and statements as…
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Federal Retirees advocates for better pensions and retirement income security. With the over-65 population projected to reach 11 million people within the next two decades, the National Association of Federal Retirees is encouraged to see the Conservatives and NDP talking about…
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