National Seniors Day shines a light on the legacy of older Canadians and inspires us to work together for a future where healthy aging is a shared reality.
Oct. 1 is a day to celebrate, reflect and take action.
Every Canadian deserves to age with dignity, independence and choice. National Seniors Day is a chance to honour the lasting contributions older Canadians make as friends, mentors, caregivers and community builders.
This year marks the 15th anniversary of National Seniors Day, first celebrated on Oct. 1, 2011.
Federal Retirees members continue to make important contributions through advocacy, volunteerism and community leadership. On Oct. 1, we celebrate you, our members, alongside older Canadians across the country.
We hope you’ll check back here and visit us on social media as National Seniors Day approaches for more information, resources and opportunities to get involved.
At Federal Retirees, speaking up for healthy aging and the rights of older persons is part of our work every day. Oct. 1 is an opportunity to raise awareness and join a global conversation about aging well.
Share your thanks: Take a moment on Oct. 1 to thank the older Canadians in your life, whether that’s a loved one, mentor, colleague, friend or caregiver. Post your message on social media using #NationalSeniorsDay and help spark a wave of appreciation across Canada.
Speak up for the rights of older persons: After years of discussion and advocacy, work on a UN Convention on the Rights of Older Persons has moved to the negotiating table. Governments are now discussing what this new international treaty should contain. Read about the latest step forward and Federal Retirees’ support for the convention.
Add your voice: Federal Retirees advocates for retirement income security, positive and healthy aging, reliable health care, veteran well-being and fairness for federal retirees. Our online advocacy tools make it easy to take action on the issues that matter to you. Explore our advocacy priorities and take action.
For additional ideas and inspiration, check out the Government of Canada National Seniors Day campaign, including videos and other materials.
The United Nations website offers background information and resources about the International Day of Older Persons and the rights of older persons around the world.
To learn more about programs and services for aging adults, their loved ones and caregivers, including a new retirement planning tool, visit the federal government’s seniors hub.
Together, let’s celebrate older Canadians and help build a future where everyone can age with dignity, independence and choice.
After years of making the case for a UN Convention on the Rights of Older Persons, the work has moved to the negotiating table, where discussions are now focused on what the new treaty will contain.
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