With Ontarians heading to the polls on Feb. 27, let’s seize this opportunity to speak up for economic security and a strong, sustainable health-care system.
Ontarians are heading to the polls on Feb. 27.
On behalf of our 63,500 members and all Ontario seniors, Federal Retirees is calling on all parties in this election to prioritize the issues that matter most to older Ontarians.
With almost three million seniors in Ontario, and many more nearing retirement age, this is a population that the next provincial government cannot ignore. Supporting seniors in their retirement is essential for the overall health of our economy — and they deserve concrete solutions from political leaders. Decisions about seniors’ issues impact all Ontarians.
The issues
Health care
Right now, Ontarians are facing significant health-care challenges — from the gaps in primary and long-term care and increased wait times in emergency rooms to the home care crisis. As people age, their health-care needs increase. A reliable system is vital for maintaining their health and quality of life. Ontarians need concrete solutions and action from the government to ensure that the Ontario health-care system is meeting the needs of the province’s population.
Economic Security
Retirement security is increasingly an issue for aging Ontarians due to the rising cost of living and the threat of international trade pressures. Many seniors rely on fixed income sources, such as pensions, social security or retirement savings. Economic security ensures stability and reliability for essential expenses such as housing, health care and daily living costs, as well as communities with strong economies.
For more information on these election issues, read our Ontario election toolkit.
Tools
- Ontario election toolkit: This toolkit includes additional data, key messages to share with candidates at your door, or in your community and questions to ask them.
- Letter to candidates: Use this letter template to tell your candidates that Ontario seniors cannot be ignored.
To get information on how to vote, including if you're travelling, consult Elections Ontario.