Canada highlights seniors support programs on National Seniors Day

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Secretary of State for Seniors Stephanie McLean emphasizes federal commitment to seniors’ financial security via programs like the New Horizons for Seniors Program.
Intergovernmental cooperation continues through the Federal/Provincial/Territorial Ministers Responsible for Seniors Forum, focusing on housing, assistive technologies, and financial protection.
Statement links National Seniors Day with the 60th anniversary of the Canada Pension Plan and upcoming 75th anniversary of the Old Age Security Program in 2027, highlighting ongoing efforts to bolster seniors' income support.

Federal message on seniors policy

As reported by Government of Canada, citing Employment and Social Development Canada, Secretary of State for Seniors Stephanie McLean says older Canadians make a significant contribution to the country through community involvement, caregiving and volunteerism. She says the federal government remains committed to helping seniors maintain financial security and dignity in retirement through income support measures and programs including the New Horizons for Seniors Program.

McLean says support for older Canadians depends on coordination across governments. She points to work with provinces and territories through the Federal/Provincial/Territorial Ministers Responsible for Seniors Forum on issues such as innovative housing models, assistive technologies and financial mistreatment.

Retirement system milestones and wider impact

The statement ties National Seniors Day to broader milestones in Canada's retirement income system, including the 60th anniversary of the Canada Pension Plan. McLean says federal income supports, together with provincial benefits, have provided financial stability for Canadians over six decades.

The government also is preparing for the 75th anniversary of the Old Age Security Program in 2027. The message frames those anniversaries as part of a wider policy effort to support the well-being of older persons now and in the years ahead.

In our earlier article on OSFI’s appointment of Laurence Frappier as chief actuary, we explained that she will lead independent actuarial reporting on major public programs, including the Canada Pension Plan and federal pension and benefits plans. We noted that the role supports Parliament and policymakers with transparent analysis as demographic and economic conditions evolve, and that her background includes work on CPP and the Old Age Security Program.

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