Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland has tabled her second pandemic budget, totalling $56 billion in new expenditures. Yesterday, Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland released her second budget, A Plan to Grow Our Economy and Make Life More Affordable. Freeland is also…
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The Liberal-NDP agreement promises action in seven key policy areas, including a commitment to move forward on a national pharmacare program. On March 22, 2022, the Liberals and NDP announced an agreement that would see the NDP support the…
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The Walrus and the National Association of Federal Retirees are teaming up for a very important virtual event exploring the topic of pharmacare. Would universal prescription drug coverage create a healthier Canada? Register now to join us for a…
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After an election-related delay, Federal Retirees is pleased to continue the PSHCP negotiations with renewed vigour. At a recent meeting, the Public Service Health Care Plan (PSHCP) plan member representatives were advised that Treasury Board Secretariat representatives have received…
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A group of B.C.-based volunteers teamed up to spread awareness of Federal Retirees’ advocacy priorities. On Feb. 23, 2022, the National Association of Federal Retirees met with the federal Liberal Pacific caucus group. District director for B.C. and Yukon…
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We know your first thoughts may not be of the Pension Centre, but it’s important to let them know as soon as possible when big life changes happen. Important changes have been made to this article since its original publication….
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The Treasury Board has announced the new PSHCP monthly contribution rates. The Treasury Board has announced the new Public Service Health Care Plan (PSHCP) monthly contribution rates that will come into effect April 1, 2022. Contribution rates for retired…
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Now is your chance to get involved in advocacy with the National Association of Federal Retirees! The Association is looking for a volunteer to fill the role of advocacy program officer in Newfoundland and Labrador. If you have what it…
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If you’re planning to call the Pension Centre, our list of top tips will help ensure things go smoothly. If you have a question about your pension or your PSHCP or PDSP coverage, you can reach out to Pension…
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The PDSP is intended to provide coverage to eligible pensions for dental services and supplies that are not covered under a provincial or territorial health or dental care plan. This article was updated on Oct. 4, 2023. Please refer…
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The PSHCP covers a wide variety of health-related services and products, including vision care, physiotherapy, nursing services and prescription drugs to name a few. This article was updated on Sept. 29, 2023. Please refer to the new version, as…
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The bridge benefit is intended to supplement your retirement income until you start receiving CPP or QPP benefits, which happens at age 65 for most Canadians. When the Canada/Quebec Pension Plan (C/QPP) was integrated with other workplace pension plans…
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