Ageism affects how older people access mental health care, sometimes dismissed or ignored altogether. New report from Mental Health Commission of Canada shares urgent insights: mentalhealthcommission.ca/resource/trans… ILC Canada National Association of Federal Retirees National Pensioners Federation #Ageism #MentalHealth #OlderPersons #StopAgeism

Pres Symposium: Leveraging Technology for Sustainable Development, Health Ageing, and Age Friendly Communities Mr. Gregor Sneddon: The IFA, Kevin Orr: SIE Fund, Allison Sekuler: CABHI, Dr. Samir Sinha: @niageing Dr. Natasha Katunga @UWCONLINE Dr. Kiran Rabheru Margaret Gillis

The The IFA Conference in South Africa was an opportunity to strengthen global ties. Here's a few shots of the ILC team with their counterparts from ILC Global. #Ageing2025 #CCAAgeism #ILCCanada #UNConvention Dr. Kiran Rabheru Margaret Gillis @ilcglobal cstu.io/131134

“Young at heart” might sound like a compliment, but it reinforces the idea that aging is negative. Aging is not something to deny—it’s something to value. The IFA ILC Canada National Association of Federal Retirees #WhatIsAgeism #PositiveAging #StopAgeism #CCAA

Older people bring valuable insight, skills, and leadership. Counter ageism by naming and honouring that experience—not overlooking it. Everyone deserves to feel valued. National Pensioners Federation RTOERO SE Health #StopAgeism #LifelongContribution #RespectAllAges #CCAA

Fact: Ageism is a risk factor for loneliness and poor mental health. The Mental Health Commission of Canada reports older people often feel overlooked and excluded. 🔗Read the report: cstu.io/9f78cd RTOERO United Way BC HelpAge Canada #AgeInclusion #EndAgeism #MentalHealthForAllAges

Ageism can sound like a compliment—but it often isn’t. Calling older people “adorable” or “cute” minimizes their adulthood & individuality. Let’s use language that reflects respect, not stereotypes. RTOERO SE Health United Way BC #WhatIsAgeism #StopAgeism #CCAA

Representation matters. When the media only shows youth, it sends a message about who is seen—and who is left out. Choose images and words that include all ages. HelpAge Canada ILC Canada The IFA #StopAgeism #InclusiveMedia #RepresentationMatters #CCAA

Ageism in policy, care, and social attitudes directly affects the mental health of older people. Tackling ageism isn’t just about fairness—it’s about ensuring everyone has the opportunity to thrive at every age. #EndAgeism #HealthEquity #MentalHealthForAllAges

#FlashbackFriday: Earlier this month representatives from ILC-Canada attended @ifageing Conference in South Africa. Here's a few shots of the event. #Ageing2025 #CCAAgeism #ILCCanada #UNConvention Dr. Kiran Rabheru Margaret Gillis @ccaageism cstu.io/131134

ILC-Canada's Margaret Gillis is proud to contribute to the new report from the Global Coalition on Aging’s Women in the Silver Economy (WISE) Council: Paving the Path: For Women in the Silver Economy, Stories of Leadership, Vision, and Action. cstu.io/ec6803

Earlier today, ILC-Canada participated in the 2025 UN International Day of Older Persons: “Older Persons Driving Local And Global Action: Our Aspirations, Our Well-Being, Our Rights.” Learn more: cstu.io/1d4d18 #UNIDOP #OlderPersons #ILCCanada #HumanRights #AgingMatters

📢 Le Life Research Institute de @UOttawa lance un projet novateur sur le bien-être des retraités vivant seuls. Vous êtes concerné(e)? Participez à l’enquête nationale (FR/EN) ouverte jusqu’au 15 nov. 👉 cstu.io/48d981 FADOQ #Vieillir #Recherche #BienÊtre

The @UOttawa Life Research Institute is launching a national bilingual study on the well-being of solo retirees — those aging without a partner. 🧭 Share your experience & help shape future supports. Take the survey (EN/FR): csrs-ecrs.ca #Aging #Research #WellBeing

In a story shared with the @CCAA, one older adult speaks up about ageism in media, advertising & language — and why representation matters. 👉 Share your story at cstu.io/9b2355 HelpAge International @niageing Global Alliance SE Health #EndAgeism #StoriesForChange #CCAA #ILCC

📢 Le Life Research Institute de @UOttawa lance un projet novateur sur le bien-être des retraités vivant seuls. Vous êtes concerné(e)? Participez à l’enquête nationale (FR/EN) ouverte jusqu’au 15 nov. 👉 cstu.io/60730c FADOQ #VieillirPositivement #ContreLâgisme

📢 1 in 4 Canadians will be over 65 by 2030—yet older people remain overlooked in policy & leadership. It’s time to act. Join CCAA’s Call to Action to eliminate #Ageism & ensure dignity for all older persons. 👉 Send a letter: cstu.io/0b100b #EndAgeism #FutureOfAging

In this story shared with the CCAAgeism, one older Manitoban reflects on persistence in addressing ageism — from writing to companies to supporting community radio & advocacy efforts. 🗣️Speak up. Share your story at cstu.io/d9c6d8 National Association of Federal Retirees #EndAgeism #CCAA #ILCC

📢 1 in 4 Canadians will be +65 by 2030—yet older people are still overlooked in policy & leadership. It’s time to act. Join CCAA’s Call to Action to eliminate #Ageism & ensure dignity for all older persons. 👉 Send a letter: cstu.io/11b869 #EndAgeism #FutureOfAging

A Manitoba storyteller reminds us: “There are two kinds of people—those who are older, and those who will be.” Speak up. Be heard. Drive change. Share your story at cstu.io/a11a61 CanAge HelpAge Canada The IFA #EndAgeism #StoriesOfChange