In the Spotlight


Proposed Regulations Open For Public Comment

The Ontario government invites you to comment on Phase 2a of proposed regulations under the Retirement Homes Act, 2010.

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Seniors 80+ Can Renew Their
Health Cards By Mail

Eligible 80+ Ontario seniors can now renew their Health Cards by mail without visiting a ServiceOntario centre.

Seniors who prefer to renew their Health Cards in person can still visit a ServiceOntario centre.

Note: 80+ seniors with changes to their information (i.e. address) must visit a ServiceOntario centre to renew their Health Cards.

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Minister’s Message – Alzheimer Awareness Month

Alzheimer’s Disease. It’s a frightening condition that all of us hope will never affect us or our families. But the reality is many families do have personal experiences with the disease and other dementias. More than 180,000 Ontarians now have Alzheimer’s, and that number is expected to rise to 255,000 by 2020.

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Ontario’s Outstanding Seniors Honoured

Ontario has honoured 19 seniors at the 2011 Ontario Senior Achievement Awards today at Queen’s Park.

The Senior Achievement Award is the province’s highest recognition for seniors.

News Release | Backgrounder


Helping Seniors Age At Home


The government's proposed Healthy Homes Renovation Tax Credit would enable Ontario seniors to stay in their homes longer, benefit taxpayers by relieving pressures on long-term care home costs and help create jobs and grow the economy.

News Release | Frequently Asked Questions

Useful advice and information to help you protect yourself and your home while living through renovations.
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 Seniors' Info: Easy access to information for seniors.

 Seniors' Guide: Learn about programs and services for seniors.

 Tax Changes: Learn about the HST, income tax cuts and credits and benefits that you could be entitled to.

 Tax Credit Calculator: Are you getting money back?

 Ontario Benefits Directory: A simple, easy and convenient point of access to many provincial benefit and tax credit programs.

Phase two of proposed initial draft regulations

Phase two of the proposed initial draft regulations to be made under the Retirement Homes Act, 2010 were posted for public review and comment from May 20 to June 20.

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Immediate Action To Protect Seniors in Retirement Homes

Ontario is ensuring seniors living in retirement homes are further protected against abuse and neglect.

Learn More about the Immediate Action To Protect Seniors in Retirement Homes

Phase One Regulations under the Retirement Homes Act

Ontario took another step toward bringing the Retirement Homes Act into force by filing the first phase of regulations. These regulations include care and safety standards that must be met before an operator can be given a license.

Phase One regulations are not yet in force.

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What you need to know


How's your driving? Safe Driving for Seniors

Please visit the Ministry of Transportation web site for Safe Driving for Seniors
Additional Resources: Canadian Safety Council: Safety Tips for the Older Driver