CAF veteran Dr. Karen Breeck has taken some important lessons from two decades of military service, including how fortunate we are to be Canadian. “I remember hearing stories from astronauts about that life-altering moment when they first looked down…
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Peter Jackson’s They Shall Not Grow Old is a must-see cinematic tribute to those who served in the First World War. In the lead up to the 100th anniversary of the end of the First World War, the Imperial War…
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Hear from the B.C. election candidates by viewing the video recording of our election webinar townhall, moderated by Joyce Resin. On Oct. 16 at 1:00 p.m. PDT, the National Association of Federal Retirees and the Council of Senior Citizens’ Organizations of BC (COSCO) hosted a live webinar townhall for the upcoming British Columbia provincial…
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If you’re struggling with gift-giving this season, let us help. A perfect gift for them – and a chance to win $10,000 for you! Whether you’re trying to find the perfect holiday gift for a federal retiree or you’re…
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We have excellent news for MEDOC subscribers! We’ve got great news to share. Since the government travel advisory related to COVID-19 was imposed in mid-March, federal retirees who enjoy travelling have been faced with unprecedented challenges. Johnson Insurance, our…
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Share your opinions for Sage winter 2020. We’re proud of Sage magazine and we’ve published some great articles over the years, but one of our favourite aspects of the magazine is actually hearing from you, our members. Federal Retirees is…
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The Ontario Divisional Court has found the Ford government did not have the authority to end OHIP’s Out-of-Country Travellers Program. A three-judge panel of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice Divisional Court ruled unanimously in favour of an application…
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Dr. Andrea Charise urges Canadians to embrace a more nuanced view of aging, one that is not inextricably tied to disease and decline. Photo: Andy King As Canadians, we often hear and read about aging as an ominous crisis—a threatening wave…
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Of course, bargains and savings are great, but what older Canadians really want for National Seniors Day is meaningful change. Earlier this month, we reached out to the Federal Retirees community to ask a simple question: What would mean…
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Association president Jean-Guy Soulière wishes all Canadians a very happy International Day of Older Persons on Oct. 1! As we celebrate the International Day of Older Persons, we should reflect on the importance of a vibrant and healthy demographic…
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CPP Investments will be holding virtual public meetings to discuss the financial state of the CPP Fund and its investment activities. This October, CPP Investments – the organization responsible for investing CPP contributions not immediately needed to pay benefits…
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Your support matters! Last year, retirees donated just over $3 million through the GCWCC. The 2020 Government of Canada Workplace Charitable Campaign (GCWCC) will be launching virtually from Ottawa on Sept. 10. Federal Retirees president Jean-Guy Soulière will be…
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