Naturally Occurring Retirement Communities Resources
If you want to learn how to create a NORC-SSP (supportive service program) in Ontario, go to The NORC Innovation Centre. If you want to know how to build your […]
Ottawa needs more age-friendly housing
Ottawa Citizen | Letter to the Editor | October 1, 2024 Oct. 1 is recognized as the International Day of Older Persons, a good time to reflect on the place […]
While it may be only September, can we talk about winter walking?
Dear City Councillors, While it may be only September, can we talk about winter walking? 2024 will be remembered for the winter that wasn’t! Yet, with the kinder winter weather […]
Low Income Retirement in Canada
In Canada, low-income seniors can be defined as those who receive (or who are eligible to receive) the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS). The GIS is a monthly, non-taxable (but tax […]
Age-Friendly Housing Survey
The Council on Aging of Ottawa (COA) wants to hear from you! Older adults are the fastest-growing age group in Ottawa. Many older adults live on fixed incomes […]
Snow Moles 2024
SNOW MOLES are volunteers who report on what it is like to walk outside on a winter day. You are invited to ensure healthy, accessible, and safe winter walking conditions […]
The Giving Season
by Peggy Edwards, The Council on Aging of OttawaFirst published in the Fifty-Five Plus Magazine, November/December 2023 November and December mark several holidays linked to giving. This includes presents and […]
Let’s Celebrate the EngAGEment and Contributions of Older Persons in Society
by Peggy Edwards, The Council on Aging of OttawaFirst published in the Fifty-Five Plus Magazine, October 2023 On 14 December 1990, the United Nations designated October 1 as the […]
Snow Mole Report 2023: Really, How Safe is Winter Walking in Ottawa?
Why Snow Moles? Winter brings safety and accessibility issues related to snow, ice, and infrastructure challenges. Therefore, our top priority is pedestrian safety and accessibility, especially for older adults, people […]
Close to Home
Addressing the Urgent Need for Age-Friendly Housing By Peggy Edwards, The Council on Aging of Ottawa First published in the Fifty-Five Plus Magazine, September 2023 Everyone deserves a suitable place […]
