Federal Retirees warns that U.S. tariffs will disproportionally affect Canadians living on fixed incomes, including seniors. This article was originally published on March 4, 2025, by the Toronto Star. The National Association of Federal Retirees expresses deep concern regarding the…
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Rising costs for groceries and essential goods are more than an inconvenience for aging Canadians — they are a direct threat to financial security. This article was originally published on March 4, 2025, by National Newswatch. Punishing tariffs against Canada…
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The Pensioners’ Dental Services Plan is a voluntary dental plan which provides dental coverage to eligible federal pensioners and their family members. The Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat has announced new Pensioners’ Dental Services Plan (PDSP) monthly contribution rates that…
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The Public Service Health Care Plan is a voluntary health-care plan for federal employees, federal retirees and their dependents. The Treasury Board has announced the new Public Service Health Care Plan (PSHCP) monthly contribution rates that will come into effect…
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Ontario’s snap winter election is set for Feb. 27. Here’s how the four major parties compare on our advocacy priorities, including health care and housing. Below you’ll find information from each political party based on their platforms, announcements and statements…
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There’s an urgent need to develop robust infrastructure supporting active, healthy and financially secure retirement for aging Ontarians. This article was originally published on Jan. 29, 2025, by the Financial Post.The National Association of Federal Retirees today called on all…
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Protect federal pensions and support retirees by volunteering as an advocacy program officer in Quebec. The National Association of Federal Retirees is looking for volunteers to fill the role of advocacy program officer (APO) in Quebec. Apply today! APOs are…
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Seniors are not just increasing in number; they are becoming an immensely influential political force. This article was originally published on Dec. 23, 2024, by the Ottawa Citizen. The year 2025 will be pivotal for seniors. Like many other countries,…
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Tabled Monday, the federal government’s fall economic statement has very little to offer for older Canadians. The National Association of Federal Retirees is disappointed with the lack of support for older adults in Canada in the federal government’s fall economic…
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Federal Retirees’ membership fees enable us to continue our decades-long tradition of strong, smart advocacy campaigns to make retirement better. Our 2025 annual membership fees, effective Jan. 1, 2025, will be $57.24 for a single membership and $74.40 for a…
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On Nov. 25, the Treasury Board president announced the $1.9 billion non-permitted surplus would move from the Public Service Pension Fund to the Consolidated Revenue Fund. Federal Retirees has received several questions about the “non-permitted surplus” in the Public Service…
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Many federal retirees who receive pension cheques by mail have expressed worry and concern due to the ongoing Canada Post strike. The Pension Centre has been proactively encouraging members to move to direct deposit to avoid possible delays in receiving…
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