As a non-profit organization that supports artists, we find it important to share the stories and experiences that artists not only live through but witness within their communities. Thank you Tony for your words of support. If you'd like to donate, visit palottawa.org/donate
📢Ottawa’s favourite bar band, The 20th Century Boys, is back at The Rainbow next Thursday, May 15th!
Proceeds from the show are donated to help support PAL Ottawa.
Get your tickets now: therainbow.ca/.../711656471/…
📣APRIL 2 - Join Arts Ottawa's FINAL Learning Lab!
This event will include an insightful panel discussion and Q&A, featuring four esteemed experts from #Ottawa who specialize in #volunteerism, governance, and equitable compensation.
Click to register: artsottawa.ca/get-involved/l…
NEW PAPER! In Step 3, Retiring Problematic Narratives, @actuaryonageing explores why most Canadians claim their CPP/QPP benefits early and the flawed narratives that drive these decisions. Read to find out more! niageing.ca/cpp-qpp-step3
📣Support Canadian Artists by signing the petition below to help Grant Tax Relief and Fair Income Treatment!
We applaud the efforts of @CanArtNet in helping Canadian artists thrive.
Sign the petition: change.org/p/support-canadia…
PAL Ottawa’s Supporting Cast program proudly supports senior artists and arts workers who are in need. From transportation to help with grocery shopping, wellness checks, and more, Supporting Cast volunteers are here to help. For more information, visit palottawa.org.
In Ontario, June is #SeniorsMonth.
We want to say a huge THANK YOU to the #senior artists who continue creating, mentoring, and adding such substance, depth, entertainment and healing to their communities. A special thank you to the artists who have and continue to support us.
Thursday was an incredible evening of artists supporting artists!
Thank you to the incredible group you see on stage, the 20th Century Boys, for your time, talents, and fundraising support for PAL Ottawa.
You certainly rocked the house!
“Most people living in the thousands of (NORC) buildings don’t have anything like this but imagine if we could take government-funded home care and offer something similar to cluster care in these buildings" @DrSamirSinha speaks to @MoiraWelshtinyurl.com/yc2ekkfv
We are thrilled to have continued support by such talented local musicians, the 20th Century Boys!
Get your tickets for the May 9th fun-draising concert now: therainbow.ca/event/5470929/…
When to claim benefits from the Canada Pension Plan #CPP or its Quebec counterpart, the Quebec Pension Plan #QPP, is one of the most important retirement financial decisions Canadians will make. Read our latest paper. niageing.ca/cpp-qpp
Good morning, Ottawa.
Kindly take note that this week's update to the Respiratory Dashboard is now live with the latest info about COVID-19, flu, RSV & other respiratory virus activity in our community: OttawaPublicHealth.ca/VirusR…
NEW REPORT: Although located on opposite sides of the world, #Canada and #Australia share many demographic similarities and comparable challenges in meeting the growing demands for LTC services from their ageing populations. Learn more: niageing.ca/australia2
Thank you to @CKCUFM for having PAL Ottawa on Canadian Spaces to talk about affordable housing for senior artists and arts workers!
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If you missed the interview, you can re-listen now.
(Our segment begins around 53 minutes).
Hey Twitter fam! Did you know the Liberal government pledged to boost the Canada Music Fund (CMF) to $50 million by 2024-2025? 🤔 Sounds amazing, right? But there's a twist! Read on for a journey through this critical promise to the music sector. #CanadaMusicFund#MusicMatters
The 2023 NIA Ageing in Canada Survey is here! In partnership with @Environics_Inst, we tracked the perspectives, experiences and expectations of 5,875 Canadians aged 50 about what it means to age well. Read the report to learn more. niageing.ca/2023-annual-surv…
Tune into CKCU 93.1FM NOW to hear an interview featuring PAL Ottawa's Chair, Leah Cogan, and local musician Chas Guay.
Head to ckcufm.com/ to listen online!
Don't miss out on the chance to be part of the conversation! "Ending Homelessness Is Possible: Lessons from Finland." Join us as national leaders discuss Finland's success in ending homelessness and explore how Canada can too.
Free RSVP here: endhomelessnessottawa.ca/eve…
📢 EXCITING NEWS! Thanks to support from TD Bank Group @TD_Canada, CC is now offering online banking and training support to all senior Canadians.
Learn how to deposit cheques online and more by signing up for a free support session via: bit.ly/CC-one-on-ones 🚀🎉
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