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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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It’s official — Treasury Board announces changes to PSHCP Sept 27, 2022

Treasury Board has now approved the PSHCP renewal deal, which includes substantial enhancements across many health-care categories from vision care to mental health to paramedical coverage.   Federal Retirees is pleased to announce that on Sept. 26, 2022, Treasury Board…

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Quebec election: What we heard from the candidates Sept 20, 2022

Hear from the Quebec election candidates by viewing the video recording of our webinar town hall, moderated by Quebec district director Jacques Lambert.   On Sep. 13, the National Association of Federal Retirees hosted a live webinar town hall for the upcoming Quebec provincial election.  This special 1.5-hour election…

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Join our British Columbia team as an advocacy program officer Sept 16, 2022

Protect federal pensions and support retirees by volunteering as an advocacy program officer in British Columbia.   The National Association of Federal Retirees is looking for a volunteer to fill the role of advocacy program officer (APO) in British Columbia….

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Federal Retirees collaborating to tackle ageism in Canada, and abroad Sept 16, 2022

Federal Retirees has joined an ongoing collaboration with GAROP and the International Longevity Centre Canada to address ageism.   Earlier this summer, the board of directors of the National Association of Federal Retirees took a historic step to join the…

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Quebec welcomes Joanne Granger as advocacy program officer Sept 13, 2022

Joanne Granger, an experienced and active volunteer, is taking on the exciting role of advocacy program officer for Quebec.   Federal Retirees is pleased to welcome Joanne Granger as the new advocacy program officer (APO) for Quebec. Granger, a member…

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We want you: Join our Newfoundland and Labrador team as an advocacy program officer! Sept 9, 2022

Protect federal pensions and support retirees by volunteering as an advocacy program officer in Newfoundland and Labrador.   Now is your chance to get involved in advocacy with the National Association of Federal Retirees! The Association is looking for a…

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