DEVOTION TO COUNTRY RUNS IN THE FAMILY: RCMP (now retired S/Sgt) Greg Williams works the Parliament Hill security detail on Canada Day 2003 with his daughter (currently Cpl) Sandra Weppler standing proudly by his side. It was an incredibly meaningful…
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Today marks the beginning of public service week – a welcome opportunity to recognize the public service’s contribution to this country. I have spent my career in the public service and can fully attest to the pride that each and…
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Editorial Credit: Donny Ash/shutterstock.com The National Association of Federal Retirees family is deeply concerned about our members and all those affected by the wildfire burning through Fort McMurray. “Like all Canadians, we are greeting news of out-of-control wildfire and the…
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NEWS RELEASE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FEDERAL RETIREES APPOINTS NEW CEO Ottawa, Ontario – April 22, 2016 ─ The National Association of Federal Retirees (Federal Retirees) is pleased to announce the appointment of Simon Coakeley as its new CEO, effective…
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This week we celebrated National Volunteer Week. This year’s campaign focuses on volunteers as the roots of a strong community and I could not agree more. The National Association of Federal Retirees is blessed to count more than 1,000 volunteers…
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We are pleased to welcome GoodLife Fitness/Énergie Cardio to the Association’s family of Preferred Partners. GoodLife Fitness/Énergie Cardio is offering Association members an excellent annual rate of $449 (plus taxes) per member if paid up front or a bi-weekly payment…
Read articleThis time of year can be busy. If you thought you didn’t have time, you now have two more weeks to submit a nomination! The final deadline for the Volunteer Recognition Awards nominations has been extended to Monday March 14,…
Read articleDeadline for Nominations is 4:00 PM EST, Friday, February 26, 2016 “Those who can, do. Those who can do more, volunteer” – Author Unknown. The Association’s Volunteer Recognition Awards program provides an opportunity for any member of the Association to nominate…
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On behalf of all of us here at National Office, I wanted to wish all of you a Happy New Year and also take advantage of this opportunity to once again express our gratitude to all of our volunteers. Your…
Read articleAs the holiday season is upon us, we find ourselves reflecting on the past year – our successes, our challenges, and most of all, what we’re grateful for. The National Association of Federal Retirees is sincerely thankful for the goodwill…
Read articleThe Public Service Health Care Plan (PSHCP) legal action, launched earlier this year, is moving forward. On February 27, 2015, a Notice of Application was filed in the Federal Court of Canada on behalf of the Association and some of…
Read articleOn Remembrance Day, the National Association of Federal Retirees recognizes the extraordinary efforts and sacrifices of Canada’s veterans and those who continue to serve. We also honour those who have given their lives serving Canadians and helping citizens of other…
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