Connected Canadians
Connected Canadians is a nonprofit organization that promotes digital literacy skills amongst older adults by providing free technology training and support. They believe that all people should be empowered to…
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Dental care for low-income seniors
In November 2019, the Province of Ontario launched a new government-funded program. The new Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program covers check-ups, emergency care and dentures. You can apply for the…
Feasibility of Implementing Pick-Your-Ride-Free Day”
Inquiry by Transit Commissioner Councillor Theresa Kavanagh: That staff review the Ottawa Seniors Transportation Committee (OSTC) proposal to Transit Commission entitled “Senior Pick Your Ride-Free Day” and report back to…
New Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program
On November 20, 2019, the province announced the launch of the Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program. Acknowledging that finances have prohibited some seniors from being able to receive dental care…
Crime Prevention: Seniors
November 15, 2019 by Ottawa Police Service Service Seniors are at greater risk of crime – learn about four things you can do to prevent it The Ottawa Police Service…
Reducing Fire and Carbon Monoxide Deaths through Project Zero
Enbridge Gas Inc. collaborates with Ottawa Fire Services to Reduce Fire and Carbon Monoxide Deaths through Project Zero OTTAWA, NOVEMBER 4, 2019 – Today, Enbridge Gas Inc. and Ottawa Fire…
Fraudulent phone calls claiming to be from Service Canada
(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Organized Fraud Unit is warning the community about a recent phone scam that is being reported in Ottawa and across the country. The fraudulent phone…
Next stage of the Older Adult Plan Approved
On October 23rd, Council approved the next stage of the Older Adult Plan, to be in place from 2020 to 2022. The plan outlines 24 actions organized around four (4)…
Public Health Corner: Cannabis Crossword
In collaboration with community partners, Ottawa Public Health (OPH) is working to increase awareness of the risks associated with cannabis use through various tactics that target the 55 plus age…