The Council on Aging of Ottawa

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coa@coaottawa.ca | (613) 789-3577
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Health Updates

Health Issues Committee – Volunteer Community Member
Are you interested in older adult health issues? Do you like to learn about emerging health issues, read news articles and surf the internet? Are you ready to be an advocate? We are looking for individuals...
2022 Provincial Election Guide
June 2 will be the day Ontarians go to the polls in the next provincial election. Today, the COA is calling on candidates running in this election to take action on three priority issues during this...
2022 Pre-Budget Submission
The Council on Aging of Ottawa (COA) is pleased to participate in the 2022 pre-budget consultations. The past two years have been extremely challenging for all of us, but particularly for older adults....
COA Response to Bill 37
Building on the diverse experience, expertise, and perspective of our network, the COA provided the attached comments on Bill 37, An Act to enact Providing More Care, Protecting Seniors, and Building More...
Health Issues Committee Chair – Michele Brenning
With pleasure, the COA announces the new chair of the Health Issues Committee, Michele Brenning. Michele began her role with the COA in September 2021 and will work closely with the Board and leadership...
2021 Federal Election - Priorities for Older Adults
September 20, 2021, will be the day Canadians go to the polls in the next federal election. For many older adults, voting is a way to show support for what matters to them. In fact, voters aged 65 to 74...
The COA Calls for Concrete Action on Long-Term Care
For over 40 years, the Council on Aging of Ottawa has been a leading community voice for Ottawa’s seniors. The Council launched its campaign for long-term care reform: We Need Change Now! in February 2020....