With nearly 170,000 members, the National Association of Federal Retirees is the largest advocacy organization for active members and retirees of the federal public service, the Canadian Armed Forces, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and federally appointed judges.
The National Association of Federal Retirees wishes to make the following recommendations to the Standing Committee on Finance:
First, commit to long-term care standards and a national seniors strategy.
Second, fund and implement a drug insurance plan.
Third, support caregivers.
Fourth, guarantee fair outcomes for veterans.
Fifth, solve all Phoenix-related issues.
Sixth, add a pensioners representative to the board of directors of the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board.
Seventh, update federal retiree benefits.
Eighth, address cost‑of‑living issues.
Thank you.