National Institute on Ageing

🏡 Vieillir au bon endroit

La plupart des Canadiennes et des Canadiens souhaitent vieillir à leur domicile, mais tout le monde n’a pas la possibilité de le faire.

Les femmes aînées disposant de revenus insuffisants étaient beaucoup moins susceptibles d’être propriétaires de leur logement (44 %) que celles disposant de revenus suffisants (72 %).

Il est essentiel de garantir l’accès à un logement abordable, à des aménagements du domicile et à des aides communautaires pour aider les personnes âgées à vieillir là où elles le souhaitent.

📊 Lire le rapport : https://niageing.ca/reports/experiences-des-femmes-ainees-au-canada-resultats-de-lenquete-2025-de-linv-sur-le-vieillissement-au-canada/

Le présent rapport a été publié en partenariat avec le Centre international sur la longévité du Canada International Longevity Centre Canada, grâce à un financement de Femmes et Égalité des genres Canada. L’enquête « Perspective sur le vieillissement au Canada en 2025 » a été financée par Manuvie et Waltons Trust.

🏡 Ageing in the Right Place

Most Canadians want to remain in their homes as they age—but not everyone has the same opportunity to do so.

Older women with inadequate incomes were much less likely to own their homes (44%) than those with adequate incomes (72%).

Ensuring access to affordable housing, home modifications and community supports is essential to helping older adults age where they choose.

📊 Read the report: https://niageing.ca/reports/experiences-of-older-women-in-canada-findings-from-the-nias-2025-ageing-in-canada-survey/

This report was released in partnership with International Longevity Centre Canada with funding from Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE). Funding for the 2025 Ageing in Canada Survey was provided by Manulife and Waltons Trust.

Defy Dementia™ Episode 38: Spotlight on Improv

This episode brings together performers, educators and a neuropsychologist to explore how improvisational theatre (“improv”) can support healthy aging. Drawing on experiences across comedy, performance and research, the speakers highlight how improv may help reduce depression and anxiety, which are key risk factors for dementia.

Alongside co-hosts Jay Ingram and Dr. Allison Sekuler, guests Tim Paul, Romy Teperson, Robert E. Daniel and Dr. Kristin Krueger (Rush University Medical Center, Cook County Health) share how improv promotes social connection, physical movement and cognitive engagement.

From training to community programs, the conversation underscores how humour, creativity and practice can build confidence, resilience and well-being, making improv a powerful and accessible tool for enhancing quality of life across the lifespan.

Tune in at defydementia.org, or wherever you get your podcasts.

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🤝 Services d’aide communautaire

Les services d’aide communautaire — du transport aux programmes de repas — aident les personnes âgées à rester actives et à maintenir des liens sociaux.

Les femmes aînées disposant de revenus insuffisants sont beaucoup moins susceptibles de recourir à ces services en cas de besoin (31 % contre 54 % chez les femmes disposant de revenus suffisants).

La réduction des obstacles financiers et liés à l’admissibilité peut aider davantage de Canadiennes et de Canadiens à vieillir en toute confiance.

📊 Lire « Expériences des femmes aînées au Canada : résultats de l’enquête 2025 de l’INV sur le vieillissement au Canada » : https://niageing.ca/reports/experiences-des-femmes-ainees-au-canada-resultats-de-lenquete-2025-de-linv-sur-le-vieillissement-au-canada/

Le présent rapport a été publié en partenariat avec le Centre international sur la longévité du Canada International Longevity Centre Canada, grâce à un financement de Femmes et Égalité des genres Canada. L’enquête « Perspective sur le vieillissement au Canada en 2025 » a été financée par Manuvie et Waltons Trust.

🤝 Community Support Services

Community support services—from transportation to meal programs—help older adults stay active and connected.

Older women with inadequate incomes were far less likely to be able to access these services when needed (31% vs. 54% among women with adequate incomes).

Reducing financial and eligibility barriers to services can help more Canadians age with confidence.

📊 Read Experiences of Older Women in Canada: Findings from the NIA's 2025 Ageing in Canada Survey : https://niageing.ca/reports/experiences-of-older-women-in-canada-findings-from-the-nias-2025-ageing-in-canada-survey/

This report was released in partnership with International Longevity Centre Canada with funding from Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE). Funding for the 2025 Ageing in Canada Survey was provided by Manulife and Waltons Trust.

🚨 We're Hiring a Senior Bilingual Policy Analyst!

The NIA is looking for a bilingual policy professional to support our mission to improve the lives of older Canadians through evidence-based public policy.

In this role, you will:

• Lead policy research, analysis and report writing on key ageing issues
• Develop policy recommendations, briefing notes, reports and submissions in English and French
• Monitor policy developments and political trends across Canada
• Build relationships with government officials, partners and stakeholders
• Lead policy projects and support engagement activities that advance the NIA's mission

You'll work closely with the Director of Policy and the NIA team to advance meaningful pan-Canadian policy solutions in areas like health care, financial security, housing and social inclusion for older adults.

If you're passionate about public policy, fluent in English and French, and ready to take initiative in a collaborative environment, we'd love to hear from you!

🗓️ To apply, send your resume and cover letter outlining your interest and experience in ageing policy by August 7 through the link below: https://niageing.ca/careers/

🏠 Accès aux soins à domicile

Le genre a une incidence considérable sur l’expérience du vieillissement. Les services de soins à domicile aident les personnes âgées à conserver leur autonomie et à vieillir là où elles le souhaitent.

Pourtant, les femmes ayant besoin de soins à domicile étaient moins susceptibles que les hommes d’y avoir accès tout le temps ou la plupart du temps (45 % contre 57 %).

Le coût et les délais d’attente restent des obstacles majeurs.

Améliorer l’accès aux soins à domicile favorise un vieillissement en bonne santé pour toutes et tous.

📊 Lire le rapport : https://niageing.ca/reports/experiences-des-femmes-ainees-au-canada-resultats-de-lenquete-2025-de-linv-sur-le-vieillissement-au-canada/

Le présent rapport a été publié en partenariat avec le Centre international sur la longévité du Canada International Longevity Centre Canada, grâce à un financement de Femmes et Égalité des genres Canada. L’enquête « Perspective sur le vieillissement au Canada en 2025 » a été financée par Manuvie et Waltons Trust.

🏠 Access to Home Care

Gender profoundly impacts the experience of ageing. Home care services help older adults remain independent and age in the place of their choice.

Yet women who needed home care were less likely than men to be able to access it all or most of the time (45% vs. 57%).

Cost and wait times continue to be major barriers.

Improving access to home care supports healthier ageing for everyone.

📊 Read the report: https://niageing.ca/reports/experiences-of-older-women-in-canada-findings-from-the-nias-2025-ageing-in-canada-survey/

This report was released in partnership with International Longevity Centre Canada with funding from Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE). Funding for the 2025 Ageing in Canada Survey was provided by Manulife and Waltons Trust.

Every day, ageism routinely manifests through casual jokes, patronizing speech, and false assumptions about an older adult's ability to navigate modern technology or contribute to society. This persistent exposure damages self-esteem and creates internal bias, which is why the International Longevity Centre Canada advocates for changing the public narrative to foster an authentic culture of respect.

The Fact: Data from the National Institute on Ageing (NIA) reveals that 70% of Canadians over the age of 50 have directly experienced everyday ageism, with 22% reporting that others routinely assume they do not do anything useful or valuable.

Change the narrative. Share this post to call out casual ageism and help foster a culture of respect for older Canadians.


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