Unclaimed Benefits: Too many missing out on Old Age Security in Toronto
Old Age Security is a powerful poverty reduction program. The payments can be a significant portion of an older adult’s…
Federal Pre-Budget 2025 Submission: Time for vision and leadership on health equity
Wellesley Institute submitted the following recommendations last week for Federal Budget 2025. Introduction Canada has significant inequities in the social…
“Can you send someone who speaks my language?” Language barriers among older adults living in Toronto’s social housing
This report focuses on older adult tenants with limited English proficiency who live in Toronto’s social housing. Many expressed challenges…
Waiting for long-term care in the GTA: Trends and persistent disparities
Improving access to long-term care is important for any Ontarian needing care at the right time and at the right…
The Haves and the Have Nots: What proportion of older adults are not earning the thriving retirement income in the Toronto CMA?
The first phase of the Thriving Retirement project demonstrates that in order for an older adult to thrive, rather than…
The Changing Face of Home and Community Care
Home and community care is essential in facilitating aging in place by supporting aging Ontarians to remain active and healthy,…
Ensuring Healthy Aging For All: Home Care Access in Ontario
Publicly-funded home care is provided to people who have health conditions that restrict their daily activities. Home care is an…