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Older, Online and Open to Virtual Care

Findings show that more than half (51%) of Canadians aged 50 and older have used virtual care at least once, challenging long-standing assumptions about older adults and technology.

Digital graphic for the NIA report, Understanding and Communicating the Value of Workplace Retirement Pensions

Understanding and Communicating the Value of Workplace Retirement Plans

The Pension Centre of Excellence tackles how to help Canadian workers better understand one of the most important components of their long-term financial security: workplace retirement plans.

2026 Shingles report cover. Includes the title and report cover.

The Overlooked Issue of Shingles

As Canada marks National Shingles Awareness Week, the National Institute on Ageing (NIA) is releasing a new report warning that shingles remains a largely overlooked yet preventable health risk for older Canadians.

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Cost of Ageing (COA) Calculator

The Cost of Ageing (COA) Calculator is a not-for-profit research resource independently developed by the National Institute on Ageing (NIA) at Toronto Metropolitan University to support research, policy analysis, education and informed public discussion about ageing in Canada.

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Small Steps Big Difference

Small Steps, Big Difference is the national education campaign a part of the Slaight Family Foundation Dementia Initiative. This seeks to build awareness of steps to prevent or delay complications of dementia for older adults across Canada.

Report cover for the NIA's virtual care report
Reports
June 10, 2026
Older, Online and Open to Virtual Care: Insights from the 2024 NIA Ageing in Canada Survey

In Older, Online and Open to Virtual Care: Insights from the 2024 NIA Ageing in Canada Survey, findings show that more than half (51%) of Canadians aged 50 and older have used virtual care at least once, challenging long-standing assumptions about older adults and technology. Usage also increases with age, with those 80 and older […]

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Cover of the media release for the Virtual Care report
Media Releases
June 10, 2026
Older Canadians Are Embracing Virtual Care—But Gaps in Access and Experience Persist

A new report from the National Institute on Ageing (NIA) at Toronto Metropolitan University finds that while older Canadians report using virtual care and are satisfied with it, significant gaps remain, particularly among those with lower incomes and more complex health needs. In Older, Online and Open to Virtual Care: Insights from the 2024 NIA […]

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Cover of the CBSS Report 2026
Reports
June 08, 2026
It’s Time to Unleash the Power of Canada’s Community-Based Seniors Services Sector to Better Enable Healthy Ageing and Ageing in the Right Place

The National Institute on Ageing (NIA) is pleased to release a draft report on the current state of Canada’s CBSS Sector and recommendations to strengthen and support the future value, growth and sustainability of it. Developed in partnership with HelpAge Canada over the last three years, it outlines key findings and recommendations emerging from a […]

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Newsletters
May 28, 2026
Advancing the Conversation on Ageing in Canada

In this month’s newsletter, the National Institute on Ageing (NIA) highlights key conversations and collaborations shaping the future of ageing in Canada. From new commentary on strengthening retirement income security through the Canada Pension Plan to the NIA’s latest pre-budget recommendations for older Canadians, this edition explores the policies, research and partnerships helping build a […]

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Our Pillars

Our policy pillars outline the NIA’S broad areas of interest, with objectives defining what we aim to achieve within each theme. Policy priorities highlight where we are actively advancing a public policy agenda. The following represent topics we monitor, research or promote through direct advocacy.

Income Adequacy

Ensuring adequate and secure lifelong incomes for older adults.

Ageing in the Right Place

Enabling the full spectrum of accessible living environments and care so people can age in the most appropriate setting for them.

Healthy Ageing

Protecting and expanding publicly available health services to meet the needs of older adults.

Social Inclusion

Promoting the fulfillment of human rights, meaningful participation, and social wellbeing of older adults.