Tips for healthcare and social service providers to help their patients/clients navigate changes to their income and health benefits. The resource highlights the referrals and actions needed before the patient/client turns 65.
Read moreA resource for seniors to help them plan for these changes, including tips on filing taxes annually, understanding when and how to apply for seniors’ benefits, how to keep their social assistance health benefits, and how to avoid paying fees for prescription drugs.
Read morePublished November 17, 2025 | via CTV News
Read moreQUOTE FROM ACE: As members of the Toronto Heat Safety Coalition, we applaud the pilot to install 500 A/C units for low-income seniors. But more is needed. The City must pass a 26ºC maximum indoor temperature by-law this year. Another summer cannot go by without protecting vulnerable residents. Published July 14,
Read moreThe Advocacy Centre for the Elderly (ACE) has made a formal submission to the Ministry of Long-Term Care opposing a proposed regulatory amendment that would limit the online publication of long-term care inspection reports to just three years. We believe this change would significantly undermine transparency and accountability in the long-term care sector.
Read morePublished June 24, 2025 | via Toronto Police Services – New Release
Read moreWe are thrilled to share that Jane Meadus, ACE’s Institutional Advocate and Staff Lawyer, has been named the 2025 recipient of the Ontario Bar Association (OBA) Award for Excellence in Elder Law. This prestigious honour is presented annually by the OBA to recognize exceptional members of the legal profession for their outstanding achievements and lasting contributions to the lives of elderly Ontarians.
Read moreStatement from the Advocacy Centre for the Elderly and the Ontario Health Coalition on the Bill 7 Charter Challenge Decision The Advocacy Centre for the Elderly (ACE) and the Ontario Health Coalition are deeply disappointed that the Ontario Superior Court of Justice has upheld the constitutionality of the More Beds,
Read moreShaping the next Toronto Seniors’ Strategy Your experience matters! Seniors and older adults living in Toronto are invited to participate in an online survey to inform the next Toronto Seniors’ Strategy. The City of Toronto is developing its third Toronto Seniors’ Strategy and is gathering feedback on how to better support seniors and older adults through City programs and services.
Read moreSupport for Seniors and Caregivers Act, 2024 & Amendments to the Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021 January 6, 2024 Submitted via Ontario Regulatory Registry Website Ministry of Long-Term Care 6th Floor, 400 University Avenue Toronto, ON M5G 1A5 Dear Sirs/Mesdames: RE: Support for Seniors and Caregivers Act,
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