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Webinar recording: Weathering stock market volatility and other financial challenges ahead Dec 16, 2022

Federal Retirees members were invited to a virtual webinar with Globe and Mail personal finance columnist Rob Carrick on Nov. 2. If you missed it, the recording is now available for viewing.   If you missed Globe and Mail columnist…

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Getting things done Dec 7, 2022

Our CEO, Anthony Pizzino, offers Association updates and shares his thoughts on what’s to come in a letter to members.   As we approach the end of 2022, I’d like to share some thoughts from the CEO’s chair on our…

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Pizzino: Federal Retirees is acting now on ageism Nov 30, 2022

Together with 15 like-minded organizations, Federal Retirees has joined the Canadian Coalition Against Ageism to fight age discrimination in Canada and abroad.   On Nov. 30, the National Association of Federal Retirees partnered with the Canadian Coalition Against Ageism, along…

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Association CEO demands better service and accountability for veterans Nov 22, 2022

The National Association of Federal Retirees supports the ombudsman’s call for Veterans Affairs Canada, headed by Minister Lawrence MacAulay, to triage disability benefit applications based on unmet health and financial needs.   Veterans’ Week is a time to honour and…

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British Columbia welcomes Renate Sutherland as new advocacy program officer Nov 21, 2022

Federal Retirees is pleased to welcome a new advocacy program officer — Renate Sutherland, who will be supporting branches and members in B.C.   Federal Retirees is pleased to welcome Renate Sutherland as the new advocacy program officer (APO) for…

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Advocacy Spotlight: Welcome new Ontario Advocacy Program Officers Nov 16, 2022

The National Association of Federal Retirees is pleased to welcome four advocacy program officers for Ontario (from top left Sheila Ducarme, Sharon McGovern, Linda MacDonald and Karen Dekold).   Federal Retirees is pleased to welcome Karen Dekold, Sheila Ducarme, Linda…

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Federal Budget 2023 — Get our priorities heard Nov 14, 2022

Federal budget 2023 is on the horizon and the National Association of Federal Retirees has six recommendations to improve retirement security and health care.   The federal government is preparing the 2023 federal budget. This is your chance to share…

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Federal Retirees endorses Home Supports Initiative in Saskatchewan Oct 27, 2022

Federal Retirees and the SMM are calling for a Home Supports Initiative in the province of Saskatchewan, giving retirees a choice in the community and home in which they age.   The National Association of Federal Retirees joins the Saskatchewan…

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The Walrus Talks at Home: Veteran Identities Oct 6, 2022

The Walrus and the National Association of Federal Retirees are teaming up for a very important virtual panel discussing veteran identities.   What does it mean to be a veteran now? Register now to join us for a webinar on…

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Pre-retirement courses coming up in 2022

Prepare for your retirement with an engaging two-day course from Federal Retirees.   Please note that these two events have been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. Don’t hesitate to reach out to us if you have any questions. We appreciate your…

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Quebec 2022 provincial elections: Party platform comparison Sept 29, 2022

In compliance with Elections Quebec regulations, Federal Retirees has compared the platforms of all 24 parties running in the Oct. 3 election, so you can make an informed decision at the ballot box.   At the National Association of Federal…

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Quebec 2022 provincial elections: Overview of seniors’ issues Sept 29, 2022

With Quebec’s election on the horizon, the National Association of Federal Retirees explores what members, retirees and older adults in the province need to know.   As the Quebec election campaign enters its final stretch with the Coalition avenir Québec…

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