http://news.gc.ca/web/index-eng.doCanada News Centreen-caSun, 26 May 2013 00:06:34 GMTSun, 26 May 2013 00:06:34 GMTCopyrightSeniorsGouvernement du Canada / Government of Canadahttp://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification15http://news.gc.ca/web/images/wmms.gifhttp://news.gc.ca/web/index-eng.do8831http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=743759The Harper government is seeking applications for projects that will help seniors use their leadership abilities, energy and skills to continue to make a difference in their communities through the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP).Wed, 22 May 2013 13:00:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureEconomic Action PlanEducation and TrainingGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=743759http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=742969The Honourable Alice Wong, Canada's Minister of State for Seniors, along with the Honourable George VanderBurg, Alberta's Associate Minister of Seniors, were in Calgary today at the West Hillhurst Go-Getters Association to announce the launch of the newly revamped seniors.gc.ca, a central source of information for seniors, their families, and caregivers.Thu, 16 May 2013 18:30:00 GMTPersonsScience and TechnologyEconomic Action PlanGovernment and PoliticsInformation and Communicationshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=742969http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=742799Seniors in Vaughan will benefit from over $230,000 in federal funding which will facilitate physical and recreational activities, increase seniors' social participation and raise awareness of elder abuse.Thu, 16 May 2013 14:00:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureArts, Music, LiteratureGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=742799http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=742729Seniors across the country will soon have new opportunities to use their leadership abilities, energy and skills to continue to make a difference in their communities through the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP). The Honourable Steven Fletcher, Minister of State (Transport) and Member of Parliament for Charleswood-St. James-Assiniboia, on behalf of the Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), made the announcement today while speaking to members of the North Point Douglas Seniors Association.Wed, 15 May 2013 20:00:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureArts, Music, LiteratureEconomic Action PlanGovernment and PoliticsInformation and Communicationshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=742729http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=742719The Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), accompanied by the Honourable George VanderBurg, Associate Minister of Seniors, will make an announcement that will help seniors and their families.Wed, 15 May 2013 19:47:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureGovernment and PoliticsInformation and Communicationshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=742719http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=742639Seniors across the country will soon have new opportunities to use their leadership abilities, energy and skills to continue to make a difference in their communities through the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP). The Honourable Tim Uppal, Minister of State for Democratic Reform and Member of Parliament for Edmonton¿Sherwood Park, on behalf of the Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), made the announcement today while speaking to members of the Alberta Caregivers Association.Wed, 15 May 2013 19:30:00 GMTPersonsEconomic Action PlanGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=742639http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=742569Seniors across the country will soon have new opportunities to use their leadership abilities, energy and skills to continue to make a difference in their communities through the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP). The Honourable Bal Gosal, Minister of State (Sport) and Member of Parliament for Bramalea¿Gore¿Malton, on behalf of the Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), made the announcement today while speaking to members of Punjabi Community Health Services (PCHS).Wed, 15 May 2013 18:30:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureEconomic Action PlanGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=742569http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=742519Seniors across the country will soon have new opportunities to use their leadership abilities, energy and skills to continue to make a difference in their communities through the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP). The announcement was made today in Vancouver by the Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors).Wed, 15 May 2013 16:45:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureArts, Music, LiteratureEconomic Action PlanGovernment and PoliticsInformation and Communicationshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=742519http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=742539Seniors across the country will soon have new opportunities to use their leadership abilities, energy and skills to continue to make a difference in their communities through the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP). The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of National Revenue and Minister for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, on behalf of the Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), made the announcement today while speaking to members of the East Prince Seniors Initiative.Wed, 15 May 2013 16:45:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureArts, Music, LiteratureEconomic Action PlanGovernment and PoliticsInformation and Communicationshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=742539http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=742529Seniors across the country will soon have new opportunities to use their leadership abilities, energy and skills to continue to make a difference in their communities through the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP). The Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), made the announcement today while speaking to members of The Salvation Army in Vancouver.Wed, 15 May 2013 16:45:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureArts, Music, LiteratureGovernment and PoliticsInformation and Communicationshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=742529http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=742449The Honourable Julian Fantino, Minister of International Cooperation and Member of Parliament for Vaughan, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will announce Government of Canada support to multiple projects under the New Horizons for Seniors Program.Wed, 15 May 2013 14:00:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureArts, Music, LiteratureGovernment and PoliticsInformation and Communicationshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=742449http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=742209The Honourable Steven Fletcher, Minister of State (Transport) and Member of Parliament for Charleswood-St. James-Assiniboia, on behalf of the Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), will announce Government of Canada support for the New Horizons for Seniors Program in Manitoba.Tue, 14 May 2013 20:09:00 GMTPersonsArts, Music, LiteratureGovernment and PoliticsInformation and Communicationshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=742209http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=742179The Honourable Tim Uppal, Minister of State (Democratic Reform) and Member of Parliament for Edmonton-Sherwood Park, on behalf of the Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), will announce Government of Canada support for the New Horizons for Seniors Program in Alberta and Saskatchewan.Tue, 14 May 2013 19:37:00 GMTPersonsArts, Music, LiteratureGovernment and PoliticsInformation and Communicationshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=742179http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=742149The Honourable Bal Gosal, Minister of State (Sport) and Member for Parliament for Bramalea-Gore-Milton, on behalf of the Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), will announce Government of Canada support for the New Horizons for Seniors Program in Ontario.Tue, 14 May 2013 19:17:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureArts, Music, LiteratureGovernment and PoliticsInformation and Communicationshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=742149http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=742139The Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), will announce Government of Canada funding for the New Horizons Seniors Program projects across Canada.Tue, 14 May 2013 18:58:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureArts, Music, LiteratureGovernment and PoliticsInformation and Communicationshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=742139http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=741949The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of National Revenue, Minister for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency and Member of Parliament for Egmont, on behalf of the Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), will announce Government of Canada support for the New Horizons for Seniors Program in Prince Edward Island.Tue, 14 May 2013 14:55:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureArts, Music, LiteratureGovernment and PoliticsInformation and Communicationshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=741949http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=740459Seniors in Markham will benefit from more social opportunities and will learn new skills, thanks to support from the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP). The Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), made the announcement today.Mon, 13 May 2013 21:00:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureEconomic Action PlanGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=740459http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=740449The Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), will attend the 2013 GTA Veteran Cup Table Tennis Tournament and present medals.Fri, 10 May 2013 21:00:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=740449http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=734899Today, the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, tabled in the House of Commons the Social Security Agreement between Canada and India, which will coordinate pension benefits between both countries.Tue, 23 Apr 2013 19:50:00 GMTPersonsEconomics and IndustryGovernment and PoliticsInformation and Communicationshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=734899http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=733739The Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), was pleased to meet with international counterparts and stakeholders to discuss seniors' issues while on a recent trade mission to China and Japan with the Honourable Ed Fast, Minister of International Trade and Minister for the Asia-Pacific Gateway.Fri, 19 Apr 2013 13:46:00 GMTPersonsGovernment and PoliticsInformation and Communicationshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=733739http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=728559The Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State for Seniors, will highlight skills and training measures in Economic Action Plan 2013.Tue, 26 Mar 2013 14:49:00 GMTPersonsEconomics and IndustryEconomic Action PlanEducation and TrainingGovernment and PoliticsInformation and Communicationshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=728559http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=726749Human Resources and Skills Development Canada today announced the quarterly benefit amounts for Old Age Security (OAS) for April to June 2013.Fri, 15 Mar 2013 14:00:00 GMTPersonsGovernment and PoliticsInformation and Communicationshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=726749http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=725689As part of Fraud Prevention Month, the Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), reaffirmed the Government of Canada's commitment to combat elder abuse and financial fraud by funding projects through the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP). She made the statement on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development Canada, at an event held today to announce funding for the Legal Information Society of Nova Scotia.Tue, 12 Mar 2013 17:00:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureGovernment and PoliticsInformation and Communicationshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=725689http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=725479Patrick Brown, Member of Parliament for Barrie, today participated in an event held in honour of Dr. Rick Irvin, who was among the first recipients of the Prime Minister's Volunteer Awards.Tue, 12 Mar 2013 15:30:00 GMTPersonsSociety and Culturehttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=725479http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=725249The Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), will announce Government of Canada support to the Legal Information Society of Nova Scotia.Mon, 11 Mar 2013 17:00:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=725249http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=725289Patrick Brown, Member of Parliament for Barrie, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will participate in a celebration at the Hospice Simcoe in Barrie.Mon, 11 Mar 2013 15:30:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureGovernment and PoliticsHealth and Safetyhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=725289http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=724659Seniors in Vancouver have benefited from more social opportunities and learned new skills, thanks to support from the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP). The Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), made the announcement today on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:30:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureHealth and Safetyhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=724659http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=724449The Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), will announce Government of Canada support to the Oakridge Seniors' Society for their Oakridge Seniors Empowerment project.Thu, 07 Mar 2013 16:30:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=724449http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=718589The Honourable James Moore, Member of Parliament (Port Moody-Westwood-Port Coquitlam), and Minister Responsible for British Columbia, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development and the Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), celebrated the launch of Tracks in Time, a historical book produced by seniors in collaboration with the Port Moody Heritage Society.Sun, 03 Feb 2013 20:15:00 GMTPersonsArts, Music, LiteratureGovernment and PoliticsInformation and Communicationshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=718589http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=718289The Honourable James Moore, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages, and Member of Parliament for Port Moody¿Westwood¿Port Coquitlam, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, and the Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), will participate in the book launch Tracks in Time in Port Moody.Sat, 02 Feb 2013 20:15:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureArts, Music, LiteratureEducation and TrainingGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=718289http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=716539The Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), will be holding a round table with key stakeholders to discuss upcoming priorities for Budget 2013.Tue, 22 Jan 2013 19:00:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureLabourGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=716539http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=716279The Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), will be holding a round table with key stakeholders to discuss upcoming priorities for Budget 2013Mon, 21 Jan 2013 20:15:00 GMTPersonsEconomics and IndustryGovernment and PoliticsInformation and Communicationshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=716279http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=715219Seniors in Vancouver will benefit from easier access to activities at the Evelyne Saller Centre, thanks to support from the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP). The Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), made the announcement today.Thu, 17 Jan 2013 21:00:00 GMTPersonsEconomic Action PlanGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=715219http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=715469The Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), will announce Government of Canada support to the Evelyne Saller Centre for its Automatic Door Openers Project.Wed, 16 Jan 2013 21:00:00 GMTPersonsGovernment and PoliticsHealth and Safetyhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=715469http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=715229The Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), will be holding a round table with key stakeholders to discuss upcoming priorities for Budget 2013.Tue, 15 Jan 2013 20:40:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=715229http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=713109Canadians across the country have an opportunity to show appreciation for extraordinary volunteers in their communities. The Honourable Diane Finley today announced a new call for nominations for the Prime Minister's Volunteer AwardsSat, 22 Dec 2012 02:00:00 GMTPersonsArts, Music, LiteratureInformation and Communicationshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=713109http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=712979Canadians across the country have an opportunity to show appreciation for extraordinary volunteers in their communities. The Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, today announced a new call for nominations for the Prime Minister's Volunteer Awards.Thu, 20 Dec 2012 17:00:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureGovernment and PoliticsInformation and Communicationshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=712979http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=712519Human Resources and Skills Development Canada today announced the benefit rates for the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) and Old Age Security (OAS) effective January 1, 2013.Mon, 17 Dec 2012 15:15:00 GMTPersonsGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=712519http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=711109Older workers are a valuable resource, offering their experience and wisdom to Canadian society and to the economy. The Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), reiterated this message when she addressed the National Seniors Council (NSC), as well as employers, experts and academics, on issues related to an aging workforce.Fri, 07 Dec 2012 12:45:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=711109http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=707459This week, Federal, Provincial and Territorial (F/P/T) Ministers Responsible for Seniors examined the opportunities and challenges facing Canada's seniors. At the meeting, in addition to exchanging ideas on promoting the well-being of Canada's seniors, Ministers reviewed recent collaborative work and agreed on priorities for the year to come.Fri, 16 Nov 2012 20:35:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureEconomics and IndustryGovernment and PoliticsHealth and Safetyhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=707459http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=710589This week, Federal, Provincial and Territorial (F/P/T) Ministers Responsible for Seniors examined the opportunities and challenges facing Canada's seniors. At the meeting, in addition to exchanging ideas on promoting the well-being of Canada's seniors, Ministers reviewed recent collaborative work and agreed on priorities for the year to come.Fri, 16 Nov 2012 19:30:00 GMTPersonsGovernment and PoliticsHealth and Safetyhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=710589http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=706979The Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State for Seniors, and the Honourable Denise Peterson-Rafuse, Minister of Community Services and Minister of Seniors for Nova Scotia, will speak at a press conference following the Meeting of Federal/Provincial/Territorial Ministers Responsible for Seniors.Thu, 15 Nov 2012 19:45:00 GMTPersonsGovernment and PoliticsInformation and Communicationshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=706979http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=705519Seniors in Delhi will soon have new opportunities to get active and improve their health, thanks to support from the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP). The Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, today announced funding for the Delhi Community Health Centre.Sat, 10 Nov 2012 14:00:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureGovernment and PoliticsHealth and Safetyhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=705519http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=705529Speaking Points for the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, to announce New Horizons for Seniors Program funding for the Delhi Community Health Centre.Sat, 10 Nov 2012 14:00:00 GMTPersonsGovernment and PoliticsHealth and Safetyhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=705529http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=705789Kitchener, Ontario, November 9, 2012-The Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State (Science and Technology), today announced the Harper Government's investment in Conestoga College's applied research program to help develop new care services to address the needs of Canada's aging population.Fri, 09 Nov 2012 14:45:00 GMTEconomics and IndustryEducation and Traininghttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=705789http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=704809The Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will announce support to help seniors in Delhi.Fri, 09 Nov 2012 14:00:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=704809http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=705549As part of Financial Literacy Month and National Senior Safety Week, the Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), reaffirmed the Government of Canada's commitment to combat elder abuse and financial fraud by funding projects through the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP). This announcement was made today at Immigrant Services Guelph–Wellington.Thu, 08 Nov 2012 18:02:00 GMTPersonsLanguage and LinguisticsGovernment and PoliticsHealth and Safetyhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=705549http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=704749Literacy Month and National Senior Safety Week by announcing a Government of Canada investment to combat elder abuse and help seniors in Guelph.Wed, 07 Nov 2012 17:00:00 GMTPersonsGovernment and PoliticsHealth and Safetyhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=704749http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=704729The Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State for Seniors, today met with local seniors' organizations to discuss ways that seniors can stay informed, engaged and active.Tue, 06 Nov 2012 14:00:00 GMTPersonsGovernment and PoliticsInformation and Communicationshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=704729http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=704359The Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), today met with local seniors' organizations to discuss informed, engaged and active seniors.Fri, 02 Nov 2012 17:30:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureGovernment and PoliticsHealth and Safetyhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=704359