The NIA is calling on the federal government to reduce the administrative, financial and eligibility barriers that can prevent older adults with disabilities from accessing the support they need. Recommendations include adopting a broader definition of disability, simplifying the application process, eliminating unnecessary reassessments, expanding the health professionals who can certify applications, and enabling supported […]

As Canadians increasingly turn to digital financial services, protecting the security and privacy of their financial information is more important than ever. In a submission to the Department of Finance Canada, the National Institute on Ageing (NIA) has provided feedback on proposed Consumer-Driven Banking Regulations under the Consumer-Driven Banking Act. The NIA highlights the risks […]

Au Canada, les femmes aînées vivent plus longtemps que les hommes, mais beaucoup d’entre elles vieillissent dans un contexte de plus grande précarité financière, de solitude et d’âgisme, selon un nouveau rapport publié aujourd’hui par l’Institut national sur le vieillissement (INV) en partenariat avec l’International Longevity Centre Canada (ILC Canada). Soutenu par Femmes et Égalité […]