Date updated: April 10, 2019
Residents of St. John’s seeking financial assistance to neuter their male cat can apply to the City’s cat neuter assistance program. Male cats need to be at least six months to qualify. Bring along your: 2017 or 2018 income tax assessment for all family members living in the household GIS letter (if you are a…
The Canada Pension Plan enhancement – Businesses, individuals and self-employed: what it means for you. From: Canada Revenue Agency On January 1, 2019, Canadians will contribute more to the Canada Pension Plan (CPP). This change, known as the CPP enhancement, is designed to help increase retirement income for working Canadians and their families.
Do you take care of a loved one? This is an informative website with some good information and links to federal resources about caregiving. Please note – any provincial links contain Ontario-specific information.
The Better Business Services sets standards for and evaluates businesses, charities, advertisements… BBB alerts customers and businesses to unfair or illegal practices and schemes in Canada (nationally and locally). Services for NL are carried out online, by phone from Halifax through the BBB Atlantic Offices (see below). Contact by telephone Toll free: 1-877-663-2363 or by E-mail:…
The Seniors and Aging Division works with other government departments and agencies to promote healthy aging across the lifespan. The Division acts as a centre of expertise and knowledge on aging and seniors. The main functions of the Division is are to oversee the implementation of seniors and aging initiatives and adult protection. Goals of…
The Provincial Advisory Council on Aging and Seniors (PACAS) is a volunteer council of thirteen individuals from throughout the province. PACAS advises and informs the Provincial Government on issues, concerns, and requirements of older adults. The Council ensures that the Provincial Government considers the perspective of older adults when developing current and future policies for…
Newfoundland Power and Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro bring you: 9 Things Apartment Renters Need to Know to Save on Power. The next time you’re on an apartment hunt, keep these tips in mind. And if you’re already in a lease for a rental that is costing you more than you’d like for power, know that…
Check out Public Legal Information Association of Newfoundland and Labrador’s Family Law Form Builder These forms are used to notify the Court that there are family law issues you would like to have resolved. This Family Law Online Form Builder will guide you as you create the form(s) you need. Once you have completed your…
The Office of the Seniors’ Advocate is an independent office of the House of Assembly of Newfoundland and Labrador. The Advocate will seek input from seniors in NL. They will then determine where seniors believe gaps exist in legislation, policies, programs and services. Comphrehensive reviews of gaps (systemic) will generate recommendations as to how to address…
The Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC) works to help improve the digital literacy of Canadians. For seniors, they raise awareness of privacy issues and rights, and provide guidance and information to help older adults reduce privacy risks. On this page, you will find: Tips to help protect your privacy online Protecting personal…
