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Coming Events
Ageism Awareness 2024
The 2024 Ageism Awareness Campaign runs from October 1- 11 and and the theme is: Ageism is Everyone’s Issue.
Ageism is a pervasive and multifaceted form of discrimination that infringes upon the human rights of older persons.
It manifests in various forms and leads to significant health, social, and economic challenges for Canada’s aging population. Guided by the WHO’s Global Report on Ageism, the Canadian Coalition Against Ageism is committed to eliminating ageism through evidence-based interventions, including education, intergenerational initiatives, and the development and enforcement of robust policies and laws.
These efforts aim to protect the dignity and rights of older adults, ensuring they are valued and respected members of society.
Each October in conjunction with the UN International Day of Older Persons and American Society on Ageism’s Ageism Awareness Day, CCAA will run a campaign to promote ageism awareness.
Latest News
International Longevity Centre Canada Announces New Leadership Appointments
The Board of Directors and staff of the International Longevity Centre Canada (ILC Canada) are pleased to announce a new chapter in the organization’s leadership as we continue our commitment to advancing healthy longevity, protecting the rights of older persons, and creating a Canada free from ageism.
Changing the Perception of the Elderly is a must – article from Senior Scope
I saw this article in the latest edition of Senior Scope, a newsletter/paper for older Manitobans. The title is CHANGING THE PERCEPTION OF THE ELDERLY IS A MUST. This definitely ties in with Ageism Awareness. I will turn 70 this December. I presume that milestone...
Addressing Ageism – part 2
Addressing Ageism My first story on addressing ageism was written in May, 2023, and published in a local paper for older Manitobans called Senior Scope. It has been just over 2 years since I wrote the first article, and I see that a lot has not changed. I still see...