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Canada Benefits: I am a senior in Ontario
This Canada Benefits Web site provides an overview of all government benefit programs and services concerning seniors in Ontario.
Source: Government of Canada.

Generation Bridge
Non-profit organization that teaches seniors one-on-one to use computers and the Internet. Based in Toronto with multiple teaching centers in retirement homes and community centers.
Source: Generation Bridge

Getting Ready to Retire
Are you getting ready to retire? There are some things you need to know:
Source: Government of Ontario

Ontario Association of Non-Profit Homes and Services for Seniors (<abbr>OANHSS</abbr>)
<abbr>OANHSS</abbr> is a provincial, non-profit organization representing long term care facilities, seniors housing, and community agencies that provide care and services on a not-for-profit basis.

Ontario Landlord and Tenant Board - Care Homes
Tenants living in care homes (i.e. retirement residences, homes for special care, group homes with special services) are protected by the general rules set out in the Tenant Protection Act as well as special rules which apply only to care homes.
Source: Government of Ontario.

Ontario Retirement Communities Association
The Ontario Retirement Communities Association is a voluntary, non-profit organization that accredits retirement homes in Ontario and provides information on how to choose a retirement home, retirement home standards and approved retirement homes.
Source: Ontario Retirement Communities Association

Ontario Seniors' Secretariat: Finances
The Guide offers comprehensive information and contact information on related issues of tax including preparing your tax return, tax credits available and other resources

Ontario Society (Coalition) of Senior Citizens' Organizations (<abbr>OCSCO</abbr>)
<abbr>OCSCO</abbr>'s mission is to improve the quality of life for Ontario's seniors through offering education programs, policy and research, information, referral, counseling, research materials, outreach and support, self-help and vounteer programs.
Source: Ontario Society (Coalition) of Senior Citizens' Organizations.

Pension Forms - Ontario
Pension forms available on-line from the Financial Services Commission of Ontario.
Source: Financial Services Commission of Ontario

Pursuing Life's Best After Retirement
Ontario is a province rich in diverse and accessible arts. Whether studying, creating or simply enjoying, this Web page lists many activities that can reward and fulfill your most creative urges.
Source: Government of Ontario

Seniors' Care : Home, Community and Residential Care Services for Seniors
There are many different kinds of services that help seniors maintain their health and independence. If you or a loved one need care, a variety of options, many government-funded, are available
Source: Government of Ontario

Seniors' Care : Residences Offering Care
In Ontario, three main types of residential settings provide both accommodation and care for seniors : Supportive Housing, Retirement Homes, and Long-Term Care Facilities. Each setting offers different types of accommodations and varying levels of service. Assess your personal situation and compare your needs with the amenities and services offered by each setting.
Source: Government of Ontario. Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care.

Seniors' Care : Retirement Homes
Retirement homes are privately owned rental accommodations for seniors who are able to manage and pay for their own care.
Source: Government of Ontario. Ministry of Health and Long-term Care.

Seniors' Info
Seniors' Info has been created to provide ready access to information and services delivered by all levels of government and community-based agencies serving older adults. It is our pleasure to bring this first gateway to information and services to the citizens.
Source: Seniors' Info

Tips on Choosing a Retirement Residence - Ontario Retirement Communities Association
This site from the Ontario Retirement Communities Association suggests several ideas to help you make the right personal choice in selecting an appropriate retirement residence.
Source: Ontario Retirement Communities Association

<abbr>CMHC</abbr> Seniors' Housing Reports
Provides a description and analysis of the Seniors' housing markets across Canada and in each region.
Source: Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation

<abbr>CPP</abbr> Investment Board
Our job is to invest <abbr>CPP</abbr> contributions that are not required to pay current benefits, in a way that maximizes returns without undue risk. The money that we invest today will be needed by the Canada Pension Plan to help pay the pensions of working Canadians who will begin retiring 17 years from now.
Source: CPP Investment Board

<abbr>RRSP</abbr> - Making withdrawals
This link lists topics and answers typical questions relating to the withdrawal of funds from Registered Retirement Savings Plans (<abbr title="Registered Retirement Savings Plans ">RRSP</abbr>).
Source: Government of Canada.

<abbr>RRSP</abbr> options when you turn 71
Explains your choices for your <abbr>RRSP</abbr>s when you turn 71: you must withdraw your <abbr>RRSP</abbr>s, transfer them to a <abbr>RRIF</abbr>, or use them to buy an annuity.
Source: Canada Revenue Agency

50plus.com
www.50plus.com (<abbr>CARP</abbr>, Canada's Association for the Fifty-Plus) is a Canadian website providing unique content, community and commerce for people over the age of 50.
Source: Canadian Association of Retired Persons (CARP)

55net
55net is a unique site dedicated to and developed by plugged&#8209;in retirees.
Source: 55net

About Seniors' Health Issues
Information on federal and provincial programs and services available to seniors.
Source: Government of Canada,

Abuse and Neglect of Older Adults in Institutional Settings
This paper provides a general overview of concepts and issues concerning abuse and neglect in institutional settings. The primary objectives are to increase awareness, while stimulating discussion and action.

Allowance for the Survivor Program
The Allowance for the Survivor Program provides a monthly non-taxable benefit to low-income widowed spouses who are not yet eligible for the Old Age Security pension.
Source: Service Canada

Allowance Program
The Allowance is a monthly benefit for low-income seniors (aged 60-64) whose spouse or common-law partner is eligible for, or currently receiving, the Old Age Security (<abbr title="Old Age Security">OAS</abbr>) pension and the Guaranteed Income Supplement (<abbr title="Guaranteed Income Supplement">GIS</abbr>).
Source: Service Canada