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 […]
Human Resources Coordinator
As a bilingual and inclusive organization, The Council on Aging of Ottawa (COA) works to advance the wellbeing of Ottawa’s older adults. The COA has been an active part of […]
Grace Welch, Co-Chair, Age-Friendly Housing Committee (2023-2025)
Grace Welch retired in 2007 from the University of Ottawa where she held positions as the Associate University Librarian, Map Librarian, and Head of Systems. She also worked at the […]
New Board Member – Chantal Tessier
Chantal is a highly motivated healthcare professional with a strong background in public health, serving vulnerable populations. She brings over 20 years of experience as a dental hygienist, including teaching […]
Louise Brunelle
Soon after attending a Council on Aging seminar titled Shifting Gears, organized by the Ottawa Seniors Transportation Committee (OSTC) in 2014, Louise joined this active volunteer committee. OSTC was divided […]
