This is a post that I posted a few years ago, but it was posted on another blog. The author said that he found it on the Internet, I found it via email but the reality is that these people walk among us and they vote. I was at the McDonald’s Drive Thru and gave […]
Spring is almost here and you should be thinking about getting in shape after a long cold winter. Are you ready to discover the fabulous world of walking? Well, hold onto your walking sticks because we’re about to unravel the secrets of this magical activity that’s tailor-made for the golden years. First off, let’s talk […]
If you live in Canada there is a new way of accessing services for seniors, and all Canadians, in planning for a secure and dignified retirement. Canadians considering retirement can now take advantage of new and improved tools to help make informed decisions regarding retirement planning and retire with confidence and peace of mind. Service […]
Are you paid by the hour? Do you believe you will be able to retire with comfort? If not, you are not alone, just over 50% of hourly employees feel they will be able to retire comfortably. A survey of 2,000 employees split evenly between salaried and hourly workers reveals that hourly workers are less […]
Ten rules to remind us (seniors) (and everyone else) not to repost or forward without thinking about the consequences. Remember, the internet can be a wild place, but a little caution goes a long way when it comes to sharing and forwarding messages. Think before you click! “The Grandparent Golden Rule”: Before you share, ask […]
Without Thinking. I have many friends who still forward emails or repost Facebook posts without thinking. These rules are for them. 1. I understand that not forwarding an email will not bring bad luck, cause me to lose friends, or erase my mailing lists. 2. I acknowledge that forwarding an email will not make me […]
It’s important to recognize that achieving a fulfilling retirement doesn’t require substantial wealth. Wealthy people are not the only ones who have enjoyable retirements. They know how much money they need for retirement and live within their means. Nearing retirement and feeling unsure about your finances, try these ideas: Consider making retirement financial literacy your […]
“Anything that can go wrong, will…” Here are some other Laws you may not have heard! Grandpa’s Law of Gardening: The plant you forget to water will outlive the one you baby-talk to daily. Lorenz’s Law of Mechanical Repair: After your hands become coated with grease, your nose will begin to itch. Smith’s Law of […]
Life begins and life ends. As seniors, we are nearer the end than the beginning, so a question to ask is: what have we done with the time in between? Many seniors, as we face the end, reflect on the purpose and meaning of our lives. This question allows us the opportunity to reflect on […]
These are the pillars of the Canadian Retirement Income System Canada’s Public Pension Systems (Pillar 1) Public Pensions: • Canada Pensions Plan (CPP) • Quebec Pension Plan (QPP) • Old Age Security Program (OAS) • Guaranteed Income Supplement Program (GIS) Employer-Sponsored Pension Plans (Pillar 2) Private Pensions: • Registered Pension Plans • Retirement Savings Plan […]
