For decades, being a senior in Nova Scotia meant waiting by the mailbox. You waited for your health card renewal, you waited for your Pharmacare paperwork, and you waited for “service verification” letters that sometimes never arrived. As of April 28, 2026, that era is officially over. The launch of MSI Online isn’t just a … Read more
While the national media was busy debating the latest budget, a quiet shift happened that most Canadians missed. For 2026, the lowest federal tax bracket has officially been cut to 14%. On paper, 1% sounds like a rounding error. In reality, it’s a green light to change how you access your own money. If you … Read more
If you live in Truro, Nova Scotia, or a small town on the Prairies, your bank account might look a little different this month than someone’s in say, Abbotsford or Toronto. While we all share the same federal tax system, the provinces have decided that “senior dignity” has a different price tag depending on your … Read more
Growing up on the farm sometimes seemed to be a boring existence. Farm chores took precedence over everything. Animals needed daily attention since we depended on them for part of our income. The garden took a lot of attention since we depended on it for most of our food. However, as is often the case, … Read more
We live in challenging times, not only for seniors but for everyone. Some say our economy is failing; costs of groceries and housing are rising, gas prices are steadily increasing every week, and everything is getting more expensive by the day. Depression for many members of our society are at an all-time high. More people … Read more
🛑 Security Alerts: Mail & Phone Scams The “Unclaimed Parcel” Text: Many seniors are receiving texts claiming a package is “held at a depot” due to an incomplete address. They ask for a small $2 “redelivery fee” to get your credit card info. If you didn’t order anything, it’s a scam. Fake Utility “Disconnection” Calls: … Read more
Hi Folks. Another great day in Canadian history for you. Hope you’re having a great Friday. 1831: The Birth of a Medical Trailblazer Emily Howard Jennings Stowe was born in Norwich, Upper Canada. She became the first woman to practice medicine in Canada. After being denied entry to Canadian medical schools because of her gender, … Read more
Hello again, Are you hesitant about online banking? You’re not alone. Many Canadian seniors worry about security, but with the right knowledge, digital banking becomes your greatest convenience ally. Modern banking apps offer remarkable benefits: checking balances at 3 AM, transferring funds without queuing, and monitoring transactions instantly. But security matters most. Start with strong … Read more
Good day all, Did you know that thousands of Canadian seniors leave money on the table every tax season? It’s true! Many of us over 55 simply aren’t aware of the tax credits and deductions specifically designed to put more cash back in our pockets. The Registered Retirement Income Fund (RRIF) offers substantial tax advantages, … Read more
Maple trees stay frozen most of the winter, but once the days get longer and the temperatures warmer, they begin to thaw and start drawing water up through their roots to get ready for the growing season. Walking home from school, we couldn’t help but notice pails hanging on the trunks of the maple trees … Read more
Hello everyone, We have some very exciting news to share this week. Marilyn’s book is officially published! It is now available on Amazon in Kindle, paperback, and hardcover formats. It has been a long journey of writing and editing, and we are so pleased to finally share it with you all. Check it out HERE. … Read more
Here are three significant moments in Canadian history for April 24th: April 24, 1968: Mauritius Becomes a Fellow Member of the Commonwealth While it happened thousands of miles away, this was a major day for Canadian diplomacy. Prime Minister Pierre Elliott Trudeau (who had been sworn in just four days earlier) officially welcomed Mauritius into … Read more
Welcome back, Today is St. George’s Day, a day of celebration for those with English roots. While it’s not a statutory holiday in most of Canada, it remains a “Provincial Government Holiday” in Newfoundland and Labrador, where the English heritage runs deep. The Legend: We all know the story of St. George and the Dragon—a … Read more
Happy Hump Day Today is Earth Day, and the 2026 theme is “Our Power, Our Planet.” While there is a lot of talk about high-tech solutions to climate change, we often find that the best answers come from the past. In Marilyn’s latest story, she talked about how nothing was ever “tossed out” on the … Read more
I’m continuing today with another story from my school days. Marilyn’s story yesterday reminded me of another episode that took place at the Silver Stream school in Manitoba, probably in about 1958 or 1959. All of the students at that school lived on farms in the area. I walked the mile and a half each … Read more
During the 1950s, Charlie’s Barbershop was in the heart of Great Village. It was a two-story building, with the shop on the ground floor and an apartment above it. Charlie’s shop was a single room with large windows facing the road. A red and white striped pole spun outside the door, the universal symbol for … Read more
Hello everyone, and welcome to this week’s roundup! It is a beautiful Saturday in April, and as the spring buds finally start to show themselves, it’s the perfect time to look ahead at the coming week. Here is your Canadian Senior Moment Weekend Roundup for April 18 to 26. Scams to Watch For Before we … Read more
Rain, Rights, and Rock ‘n’ Roll: The Day Canada Truly Came Home If you were looking at the weather forecast on this day in 1982, you would have seen a dismal, rainy day in Ottawa. But for those gathered on Parliament Hill, the damp weather couldn’t touch the significance of what was happening. 1982: The … Read more
Howdy folks! There is a distinct smell to a Canadian spring, isn’t there? It’s a mix of damp earth, salt air (at least here in the Maritimes), and—if you’re near one of our great historic sites—the faint scent of woodsmoke and old stone. Marilyn and I were talking about how lucky we are to have … Read more
Howdy folks! Most of the time we talk about savings for ourselves: travel deals, groceries, or a break on the morning coffee. For many of us, a big part of our monthly budget goes toward the ones who never complain, always listen, and are always happy to see us walk through the door, our pets. … Read more