On March 23, Minister of Finance Peter Bethlenfalvy released the 2023 Budget: Building a Strong Ontario.The COA summarized highlights from the provincial budget that aligns with…
Audrey Jacques has over fifteen years of experience in the federal public sector. She has worked in communications and marketing as well as on a…
People living with disabilities, including many older adults, require accessible built environments, including age-friendly accessible housing. The best way to ensure this requirement is to adopt Universal Design.What is…
Accessibility is created when the needs of people with disabilities are specifically considered, and products, services and facilities are built or modified so that they…
By Peggy Edwards, The Council on Aging of OttawaFirst published in the Fifty-Five Plus Magazine, March/April 2023 During the week of March 20, older adults…
Celebrating the People Behind Innovative New Intergenerational Engagement Opportunities To celebrate International Women’s Day, we acknowledge our team of enthusiastic and passionate women (and…
Dear Mayor Sutcliffe, The members of the Council on Aging of Ottawa’s Pedestrian Safety and Walkability Sub-Committee were very disappointed to learn at their recent…
On Wednesday, February 15, 2023, Valerie Wright, member of the COA’s Age-Friendly Housing Committee presented two recommendations for consideration for the City’s Draft Operating and…
The Council on Aging of Ottawa (COA) is pleased to participate in the pre-budget consultations. The past three years have been extremely challenging for all…
Dr. Vera EtchesMedical Officer of HealthOttawa Public Health Dear Dr. Etches, RE: Neighbourhood Health and Wellness Hubs as a potential service delivery model that would…
The COA gratefully acknowledges the financial support of the Government of Ontario and the City of Ottawa.
