Senior Citizens

All the latest news affecting senior citizens and the elderly, with releases covering health issues such as health insurance and long-term care plan options, as well as financial considerations and retirement issues. Find stories about wellness and fitness programs and brain-health initiatives, along with announcements of community support, outreach, and social events. Also included are releases regarding the financial performance and corporate structures of companies specializing in products and services for the elderly.

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Feb 13, 2024, 14:00 ET Green renovations to make Dakota Oyate Lodge more energy efficiency

SIOUX VALLEY DAKOTA NATION, MB, Feb. 13, 2024 /CNW/ - The Dakota Oyate Elder Care Lodge will benefit from energy-efficiency and accessibility...

Feb 12, 2024, 14:36 ET Canada signs $733 million bilateral agreement to help British Columbians age with dignity

VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 12, 2024 /CNW/ - Every senior in Canada deserves to age in dignity, safety, and comfort, regardless of where they live. That is...

Feb 12, 2024, 09:00 ET /R E P E A T -- NOTICE TO THE MEDIA - Governments of Canada and British Columbia to make important health care announcement/

VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 9, 2024 /CNW/ - The Honourable Mark Holland, Canada's Minister of Health, along with the Honourable Adrian Dix, Minister of...

Feb 12, 2024, 08:00 ET Omni Quality Living Acquires Wildwood Care Centre in St. Mary's, Ontario, the Second Major Property Acquisition in the Past 12 Months

Wildwood Care Centre is now part of Omni's growing portfolio of Long-Term Care and Retirement properties in Canada PETERBOROUGH, ON, Feb. 12, 2024...

Feb 09, 2024, 15:00 ET NOTICE TO THE MEDIA - Governments of Canada and British Columbia to make important health care announcement

VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 9, 2024 /CNW/ - The Honourable Mark Holland, Canada's Minister of Health, along with the Honourable Adrian Dix, Minister of...

Feb 09, 2024, 14:39 ET OHA Welcomes Federal-Provincial Investment of $3.1 Billion in Heath Care Funding

TORONTO, Feb. 9, 2024 /CNW/ - "The Ontario Hospital Association (OHA) congratulates Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Premier Doug Ford on signing a...

Jan 31, 2024, 18:23 ET More than 400,000 Canadian seniors have been approved for dental care under the Canadian Dental Care Plan

The CDCP is expanding applications: on February 1st, potentially eligible seniors aged 72 and up will start receiving invitation to apply letters...

Jan 26, 2024, 15:09 ET Unifor demands Northern Pulp extend pension recall rights

HALIFAX, NS, Jan. 26, 2024 /CNW/ - Unifor is demanding Northern Pulp reverse its decision to end pension recall rights for members of Unifor Local...

Jan 24, 2024, 14:35 ET Health Canada Approves Otsuka and Lundbeck's REXULTI® (brexpiprazole) for the Symptomatic Management of Agitation Associated with Alzheimer's Dementia

MONTREAL, QC, Jan. 24, 2024 /CNW/ - Otsuka Pharmaceutical Canada Inc. (Otsuka) and Lundbeck Canada Inc. (Lundbeck) announce that Health Canada has...
'Landmark' study projects 187% increase in people living with dementia in Canada by 2050, stresses urgent need to work collaboratively toward equity, diversity and inclusion in research, prevention and care

Jan 22, 2024, 06:00 ET 'Landmark' study projects 187% increase in people living with dementia in Canada by 2050, stresses urgent need to work collaboratively toward equity, diversity and inclusion in research, prevention and care

TORONTO, Jan. 22, 2024 /CNW/ - People living with dementia are as diverse as the different diseases and conditions that cause these brain disorders....

Jan 16, 2024, 09:00 ET Patient care at risk - Home care sector Issues Warning over Growing System Pressures

-New campaign calls for $1.25 billion over next three years to prepare for increased patient demands HAMILTON, ON, Jan. 16, 2024 /CNW/ - Home Care...
A Service Dog for Everyone: Paus-n-Train Unveils Inclusive Training Program

Jan 16, 2024, 05:17 ET A Service Dog for Everyone: Paus-n-Train Unveils Inclusive Training Program

www.paus-n-train.com SELWYN, ON, Jan. 16, 2024 /CNW/ - You can now train your own personal service dog in as little as 6 months if advanced manners...

Jan 15, 2024, 08:00 ET Chartwell Announces January 2024 Distribution and Provides Occupancy Update

MISSISSAUGA, ON, Jan. 15, 2024 /CNW/ - Chartwell Retirement Residences ("Chartwell") (TSX: CSH.UN) has announced its December 2023 cash distribution...

Jan 11, 2024, 12:09 ET Construction of 40 social and affordable housing units for seniors in Val-Morin

VAL-MORIN, QC, Jan. 11, 2024 /CNW/ - Today, the governments of Quebec and Canada and the City of Val-Morin marked the start of phase 2 of La...

Jan 10, 2024, 13:07 ET Protecting Retirees and Consumers Nearing the End of Work

FSRA issues consumer guidance on new types of financial or decumulation products TORONTO, Jan. 10, 2024 /CNW/ - The Financial Services Regulatory...

Jan 10, 2024, 11:32 ET OSC survey reveals gaps in Canadians' retirement experiences and preparedness

TORONTO, Jan. 10, 2024 /CNW/ - The Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) today released Profiles of Retirement, an investor research survey that looked ...

Jan 09, 2024, 08:05 ET Senior Women Living Together Expands Co-living Network into Renfrew County

Women 55+ invited to join the growing network or anyone can sign up for a free webinar RENFREW COUNTY, ON, Jan. 9, 2024 /CNW/ - In Ontario, there are ...

Jan 08, 2024, 08:57 ET Homecare Hub & Penguin Living open Hamilton Residential Assisted Living Homes - Plan for up 200 beds over the next year in Response to Long-Term Care Crisis

Next generation, technology-enabled senior housing in smaller, higher quality, more affordable, personalized environments have potential to lead...

Jan 08, 2024, 08:30 ET Peter Mansbridge challenges the perception of retirement by asking the right questions

Award-winning journalist and author Peter Mansbridge has been appointed Strategic Communications Consultant for HomeEquity Bank TORONTO, Jan. 8, 2024 ...

Dec 21, 2023, 17:10 ET Omni Quality Living's Woodland Villa Celebrates Grand Opening of Long-Term Care Home

Woodland Villa's 128-bed residence opens following the addition of 17 new beds and 111 upgraded beds SOUTH STORMONT, ON, Dec. 21, 2023 /CNW/ - Omni...

Dec 21, 2023, 16:57 ET CareRx Corporation Announces Closing of $70 Million Debt Refinancing

TORONTO, Dec. 21, 2023 /CNW/ - CareRx Corporation ("CareRx" or the "Company") (TSX: CRRX) today announced the successful closing of the comprehensive ...

Dec 19, 2023, 12:55 ET Government of Canada helps more seniors age at home

ST. JOHN'S, NL, Dec. 19, 2023 /CNW/ - Every senior deserves to age in health, in safety, and in dignity. Everyone should have the choice to age at...

Dec 19, 2023, 09:00 ET Home for the Holidays: Checklist for Senior Safety

Home Instead® provides families with safety tips and signs to look for while visiting older loved ones TORONTO, Dec. 19, 2023 /CNW/ - The holiday...

Dec 19, 2023, 07:00 ET /R E P E A T -- Media Advisory - Government of Canada to announce funding for seniors to continue aging in their homes/

GATINEAU, QC, Dec. 18, 2023 /CNW/ - The Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, Kamal Khera, will be Mississauga to announce...

Dec 19, 2023, 07:00 ET /R E P E A T -- Media Advisory - Minister O'Regan to announce funding to help more seniors age at home/

GATINEAU, QC, Dec. 18, 2023 /CNW/ - The Minister for Seniors, Seamus O'Regan Jr., will visit Connections for Seniors in St. John's, Newfoundland and...

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