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As Canada’s first old age pension approaches its 100th anniversary, what should the next 100 years of Old Age Security look like?

A new report from the NIA, The First Hundred Years of Old Age Security, examines the evolution of Old Age Security (OAS) and the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS), their role in reducing poverty and providing secure retirement income, and how they interact with taxes, pensions, savings and other government benefits.

With Canada’s population ageing and the number of OAS beneficiaries growing, questions about the program’s affordability have become increasingly prominent.

But the NIA cautions that focusing on the cost of OAS alone risks overlooking its role within Canada’s broader retirement income system — and the potential consequences of changing one part of an interconnected system.

The report, along with its companion policy brief, The Next 100 Years of Old Age Security: Policy Considerations, explores what policymakers need to consider as OAS enters its second century.

📘 Read the report: niageing.ca/reports/the-fi…

📘 Read the policy brief: niageing.ca/resources/the-…

How can Canada better support older workers and build more inclusive workplaces?

Join the NIA on November 17 for a webinar exploring findings from its new report, Working Later in Life: Insights on Canada’s Ageing Workforce.

Talia Bronstein, Director of Policy at the NIA, will present key findings, followed by an expert panel discussion featuring:

- Dr. @CukierWendy, Diversity Institute
- @changepaths Lisa Taylor, CCDP, Challenge Factory
- @vviet93, The Dais

Together, they will explore how governments, employers and other stakeholders can address ageism, expand access to training and lifelong learning and create more flexible and inclusive workplaces that recognize the contributions of workers at every stage of life.

📅November 17, 2026
🕛12 p.m. ET

Register now: torontomu.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

This initiative is funded by the Government of Canada’s Future Skills Program through the @fsc_ccf_en

🧠 How can Canada ensure artificial intelligence (AI) supports the health and wellbeing of older adults?

The NIA has released four new infographics outlining recommendations for a more inclusive approach to AI regulation in Canada.

The infographics highlights four areas for action :

🔹Establish dedicated AI oversight and ensure public participation
🔹Strengthen privacy protections and informed consent
🔹Require greater transparency and accountability
🔹Introduce risk-based AI regulation

📊 Read the policy brief and explore the infographics: niageing.ca/resources/deve…

#AI #HealthPolicy #Ageing

🎉 Significant news for caregivers across Canada!

We welcome the federal government’s announcement to make the Canada Caregiver Credit refundable.

Caregiving touches every generation. According to the NIA’s Ageing in Canada Survey, 15% of older adults aged 50+ in Canada identify as caregivers, providing critical supports to family and friends in navigating their health and social needs.

This can come with financial challenges. The Canadian Centre for Caregiving Excellence's survey of caregivers reveals that 49% of caregivers face financial strain, with 1 in 5 spending over $12,000 out of pocket each year and more than 20% forced to stop saving entirely.

Converting the Canada Caregiver Credit into a refundable benefit ensures direct financial support reaches the caregivers who need it most, regardless of their taxable income.

Thank you to @CdnCaregiving for your leadership in advancing this issue. It's been an honour to advocate alongside you for this change, and we look forward to collaborating with you and government and community partners to continue to advance caregiver supports in Canada.

Are you approaching retirement or have you recently retired? Participate in a research study on how people anticipate and experience life after retirement!

Who can participate?
Adults aged 60+ who are fluent in English and are:
- Approximately 4 years before or after retirement, or
- Approximately 1.5 years before retirement

What does participation involve?
Depending on eligibility, participants will be invited to one of two studies:
🔹 One-session study: Complete an online survey about your thoughts and experiences related to retirement.
🔹 Long-term study: Complete online surveys about your thoughts and experiences related to retirement every 3 months over 3 years.

Interested? Visit memorylab.org/next to learn more and find out if you’re eligible.