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Understanding and Communicating the Value of Workplace Retirement Plans

The Pension Centre of Excellence tackles how to help Canadian workers better understand one of the most important components of their long-term financial security: workplace retirement plans.

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The Overlooked Issue of Shingles

As Canada marks National Shingles Awareness Week, the National Institute on Ageing (NIA) is releasing a new report warning that shingles remains a largely overlooked yet preventable health risk for older Canadians.

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Cost of Ageing (COA) Calculator

The Cost of Ageing (COA) Calculator is a not-for-profit research resource independently developed by the National Institute on Ageing (NIA) at Toronto Metropolitan University to support research, policy analysis, education and informed public discussion about ageing in Canada.

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Small Steps Big Difference

Small Steps, Big Difference is the national education campaign a part of the Slaight Family Foundation Dementia Initiative. This seeks to build awareness of steps to prevent or delay complications of dementia for older adults across Canada.

Newsletters
May 28, 2026
Advancing the Conversation on Ageing in Canada

In this month’s newsletter, the National Institute on Ageing (NIA) highlights key conversations and collaborations shaping the future of ageing in Canada. From new commentary on strengthening retirement income security through the Canada Pension Plan to the NIA’s latest pre-budget recommendations for older Canadians, this edition explores the policies, research and partnerships helping build a […]

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Resources
May 28, 2026
Regional Perspectives on Ageing: Key Insights from the 2025 Ageing in Canada Survey

These infographics highlight the experiences of adults aged 65 and older living in different regions in Canada, based on the research conducted in Perspectives on Growing Older in Canada: The 2025 NIA Ageing in Canada Survey. Each infographic explores key dimensions of ageing—including social connection, financial security, ageism, access to care, and the ability to […]

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Reports
May 26, 2026
Submission on Canada’s Men and Boys’ Health Strategy

The National Institute on Ageing submitted recommendations to Health Canada to help shape Canada’s new Men and Boys’ Health Strategy, emphasizing the importance of reflecting Canada’s growing older population in future health policy. As Canada is now a super-aged nation, the NIA called for a life course approach that recognizes how social norms, structural barriers […]

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Couverture du symposium de printemps 2026 du PCE
Media Releases
May 25, 2026
Le Centre d’excellence des pensions réunit des dirigeants lors de son symposium de printemps consacré à la sécurité des revenus à la retraite et accueille des nouveaux membres

Le Centre d’excellence des pensions (Le Centre) de l’Institut national sur le vieillissement a réuni cette semaine des acteurs clés du secteur de la retraite à l’occasion de son 3e symposium, réaffirmant ainsi sa mission qui consiste à combler le fossé entre les connaissances et l’action dans le domaine des revenus de retraite au Canada. […]

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Our Pillars

Our policy pillars outline the NIA’S broad areas of interest, with objectives defining what we aim to achieve within each theme. Policy priorities highlight where we are actively advancing a public policy agenda. The following represent topics we monitor, research or promote through direct advocacy.

Income Adequacy

Ensuring adequate and secure lifelong incomes for older adults.

Ageing in the Right Place

Enabling the full spectrum of accessible living environments and care so people can age in the most appropriate setting for them.

Healthy Ageing

Protecting and expanding publicly available health services to meet the needs of older adults.

Social Inclusion

Promoting the fulfillment of human rights, meaningful participation, and social wellbeing of older adults.