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BC Medical Services Plan (MSP): Extra Coverage Eligibility
The Province of British Columbia provides financial assistance for some medical services not currently covered by MSP. To qualify you must meet certain criteria. Service which can be supplemented: The service must have been delivered in BC. MSP contributes $23 per visit for a total annual limit of 10 visits each calendar year. The service…
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Tips for Seniors buying a condo
As we age, our perspectives change, using doorknobs and stairs become painful, elevators and nearby amenities grow in importance. Below are some key considerations for seniors when buying a condo: Elevators: Recent news in White Rock brought this issue to life. A 7-storey condo with a broken elevator over several weeks left some residents stranded…
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55+ Property Tax Deferral in BC
In BC, homeowners that are 55 years and older can qualify for the property tax deferral program. This program allows you to put off paying your property taxes through a loan program with the Province of BC. It provides valuable savings each year for those who qualify and wish to participate in the program. Individuals…
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Free Education for Seniors in BC
Did you know in BC many tertiary education programs are free for seniors? This incentive supports seniors who are interested in lifelong learning. Many acclaimed institutions across BC provide free or subsidized tuition as part of this initiative (e.g. Simon Fraser University (SFU) Seniors Program and University of British Columbia (UBC) for 65+). There are…
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Best Seniors’ Discounts in BC
The content offers a comprehensive list of discounts available to seniors aged 55 and 65+ in British Columbia. It includes savings at restaurants, museums, parks, pharmacies, eyecare services, and transit. The team regularly updates this list to help seniors manage expenses, encouraging visits to their site for ongoing information.
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Enhancing Seniors’ Well-Being in Vancouver
Vancouver’s +65 age-group makes up 17% of its population. The City has been recognised as an “Age-Friendly” community since 2014. Over the years a number of initiatives have been undertaken towards enhancing the well-being of seniors living in Vancouver. The Older Persons Strategic Framework is currently being developed by the City of Vancouver. This framework…
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