Elder Abuse Awareness

Learn about recent initiatives to raise awareness of the issue of elder abuse. [ More ]

What's New

December 11, 2009
Canada Pension Plan and Old Age Security benefit rates effective January 1, 2010
Human Resources and Skills Development Canada today announced the benefit rates for the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) and Old Age Security (OAS) effective January 1, 2010. ....
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December 4, 2009
Thérèse Casgrain Volunteer Award recipients honoured on International Volunteer Day
Two of Canada's dedicated volunteers were recognized today as the Honourable Marjory LeBreton, Leader of the Government in the Senate and Minister of State (Seniors), honoured Ms. Wendy M. Cecil, recipient of the Thérèse Casgrain Volunteer Award in the lifelong commitment category, and Mr. Gerjon (Gary) Kalaci, the first-ever recipient of the Award in the youth participation category. ....
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November 27, 2009
Minister of State (Seniors) promotes healthy and active aging
The Honourable Marjory LeBreton, Leader of the Government in the Senate and Minister of State (Seniors), participated with health and social service providers today at a community health summit organized by VHA Health and Home Support to promote awareness of seniors issues. ....
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