Alberta Seniors
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Alberta offering 25% seniors’ discount for registry servicesBeginning April 1, Albertans 65 years and older will receive a 25 per cent discount on things like driver's licence renewals, vehicle registration and standard licence plates.MoneyMar 28
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Alberta bill to mandate return of life lease funds, but families waiting for millions feel left outThe UCP has tabled a bill to better protect Alberta seniors who enter into life leases, but advocates say it won’t help those who are already out hundreds of thousands of dollars.ConsumerMar 18
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Alberta legislation coming to re-index income taxes: finance ministerAlberta's finance minister says there will be legislation next month to re-index income tax brackets and benefit payments for seniors and people with disabilities.MoneyNov 15, 2022
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Alberta government to provide financial relief for continuing care residentsAlberta said residents' accommodations will only increase by 3.2 per cent during this time period, compared to this year's rate of 5.5 per cent.HealthJul 27, 2022
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Affordability top of mind as Alberta launches Seniors Week 2022Seniors Week kicked off with an event in Taber on Monday, and while the week is a celebration of the aging population, it's also shining a light on some of the issues they face.HealthJun 6, 2022
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Lethbridge seniors staying active through COVID-19Seniors in Lethbridge have had to deal with increased isolation and tight restrictions. Amid shutdowns, the LSCO has kept their facility safe and full of activities.LifestyleFeb 14, 2022
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Lethbridge program fighting senior loneliness expands throughout provinceKeep In Touch began as a COVID-19 response program roughly 18 months ago. Now it's expanding across the province with five more groups.FeaturesDec 16, 2021
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Century-old Alberta sisters pass love and family ties down generationsTwo sisters, both more than 100 years old, share a special bond and talk on the phone nearly every day.CanadaNov 18, 2021
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Calgary company donates plants to seniors for comfort in COVID timesA Calgary company is teaming up with the United Way to help lonely seniors, donating potted plants to help get them through the pandemic.CanadaSep 24, 2021
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Alberta to lift remaining continuing care COVID-19 restrictions in 2 phasesThe first phase will lift remaining continuing care visitor restrictions, limits on dining and recreation, and additional screening for residents who leave the facilities.HealthJul 13, 2021
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