Feb 17, 2017
Liberals' pension reforms fall woefully short for Canadian workers
While changes to the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) recently adopted by the current federal Liberal government offer some improvement, they do not go far enough.
Retiree Matters
Retiree Matters is a monthly column written by members of the Congress of Union Retirees of Canada (CURC) that explores issues relevant to retirees, senior citizens, their families and their communities.
May 23, 2016
A matter of life and death: Legislating the right to die with dignity
There should be better access to palliative care for people in their final days, but some will want to end the inevitable progress of a disease or condition. We should respect that decision.
Mar 7, 2016
We must unite to end gender-based violence
Last year, one in five women was a victim of physical or sexual violence, and almost one in two women experienced psychological violence. Why are we still grappling with this scourge in 2016?
Feb 16, 2016
The incredible, irrepressible and witty Nellie McClung
January 28, 2016 was the 100th anniversary of women's right to vote in Manitoba. That date was a day to celebrate the sheer determination of women's suffrage to make gains for Canadian women.
Jan 11, 2016
Under the Liberal government, will there be a new year for the old?
The popular image for the changeover in the calendar combines an old man with an hourglass giving way to a bouncing baby. As the calendar changes in 2016, how will the lot of seniors change?
Dec 14, 2015
Memories of 64 years as political junkies
A political junkie is defined as "one who is obsessed by all things political and votes in every election." Sonja Alton reflects on a life defined by political engagement.
Nov 9, 2015
Being Mortal: Examining our ideas about living and dying
Death used to be a regular feature of everyday life, but today in Canada, it's largely reserved for old age or unexpected events. How can ensure that well-being extends to the last chapters of life?
Oct 13, 2015
Women face gender inequality at every stage of working life
Gender inequality doesn't just extend to wages and workplace discrimination: it also impacts on a woman's pension and benefits at work and as she transitions from the workplace to retirement.
Sep 7, 2015
Rand Formula: Bitter strike, inspired resolution
The Rand Formula introduced a new form of union security. Here's a look at the ongoing struggles to keep it.
Aug 10, 2015
Debt: The new four-letter word for seniors
Seniors' growing level of debt is a real concern in Canada. Is it a sign of things to come as today's working-age Canadians put themselves more deeply into debt?
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