Seniors Canada On-line
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Canada's Trusted Information Source for Seniors, Caregivers, Families and Service Providers.
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A to Z Index
The A to Z Index presents a list of sites that relate to a specific subject. For example, if you were looking for anything to do with 'injuries' you would click on the letter 'I', then click on the subject 'injuries'. This would give you a list of all sites that have been assigned the subject 'injuries'.
"Rights"
Yukon Territory
First Nations Hunting & Fishing
This document explains the right of First Nation people to hunt and fish primarily for food and the responsibilities that go along with it.
Source : Government of Yukon. Department of Environment.
Landlord and Tenant Responsibilities
This booklet covers landlord and tenant legislation governing the renting of land, housing, apartments and so on.
Source : Government of Yukon. Department of Community Services.
Canada
Aboriginal Canada Portal: Elders - Justice and Elder's Rights
This subsection contains links to justice and the rights of elders in society. It also pertains to the role of elders in the justice system (i.e. restorative justice).
Source : Aboriginal Canada Portal
Contact Information :
- Toll-Free Telephone: 1-888-399-0111
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E-Mail :
E-mail: ACP@inac.gc.ca
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Opening Hours :
Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (Eastern Time)
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About Appeals: Appeals Covered by Review Tribunals
How to file an appeal to the Office of the Commissioner of Review Tribunals and information on the appeal process for the Canada Pension Plan (CPP), Old Age Security (OAS), Social Security Agreements, Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
Source : Government of Canada. Office of the Commissioner of Review Tribunals
Accessibility of the Electoral System
Information on accessibility of the electoral system in Canada.
Source : Elections Canada
Active Living Tips: Taking part in an exercise program - your rights and responsibilities
This site will inform you of your rights when joining an exercise program including questions to ask before you join, your right to give feedback, program's obligations and giving personal information.
Source : Active Living Coaltion for Older Adults
Contact Information :
- Toll-Free Number: 1 800 549 9799
- ALcoa Office Number: 416 - 423 - 2163
- Fax: 416 - 423 - 2112
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E-Mail :
alcoa@ca.inter.net
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Business Address :
Active Living Coalition for Older Adults
33 Laird Drive
Toronto, Onatrio
M4G 3S8
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Canada's Association for the Fifty-Plus
Today, more than 400,000 members support CARP's mandate to effectively promote the rights and quality of life of mature Canadians. A non-profit organization, CARP does not receive government operating funding in order to maintain its independence. CARP stands for Canadian Association of Retired Persons. However, the name no longer describes CARP's membership who are 50 years or older, retired or not.
Source : 50Plus.com
Canada's Electoral System
This publication is intended to clarify the processes which comprise the Canadian electoral process.
Source : Elections Canada
Canadian Consumer Handbook
Being a wise consumer means being informed. This handbook offers tips, questions and advice on consumers' rights, along with contacts for help with common problems.
Source : Canada's Office of Consumer Affairs
Congress of Aboriginal Peoples
The primary goal of CAPonline is to provide you with information you are unlikely to find anywhere else about Aboriginal peoples across Canada who live in a non-reserve setting whether urban, rural or wilderness.
Source : Congress of Aboriginal Peoples
Death of a Partner or of a Retired Partner IT278R2
This bulletin explains the tax consequences of the death of a partner or of a retired partner in relation to income from the partnership (either before or after death), disposition of the interest in the partnership and any unfulfilled rights the partner or retired partner may have from the partnership. Also discussed are the types of income tax returns that may be filed.
Source : Canada Customs and Revenue Agency
Guide to Co-op Housing
Unlike private rental housing, so-ops are democratic communities where the residents decide on how the co-op operates. Learn about the rights and responsibilites of housing co-op members and of those members elected to govern the co-op.
Source : Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
Contact Information :
- Toll-Free Telephone: 1-800-668-2642
- TTY Service: 1-800-309-3388
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Income of deceased persons, Rights or things IT212R3
The provisions of the Act discussed in this bulletin concern the tax treatment of "rights or things" that a taxpayer owns on death and that would have been included in income if the taxpayer had survived to realize or dispose of these properties.
Source : Canada Customs and Revenue Agency
Mandatory Retirement and the Canadian Human Rights Act
The present study consists of four parts. Part I examines the key substantive issues involved in the debate on whether or not mandatory retirement policies should be eliminated and replaced by flexible retirement policies. Part II presents data on the incidence of mandatory retirement policies among organizations in the federal sector and the perceived impact of eliminating these policies. Part III provides an analysis of the current legal situation concerning mandatory retirement in Canada. Finally, Part IV outlines some policy options for amending the CHRA's provisions concerning mandatory retirement and provides a brief commentary on these options.
Source : Government of Canada. Department of Justice Canada.
Moving back to Canada
This provides an overview of the laws, restrictions, entitlements, rights, and obligations of Canadian residents returning from travel outside Canada.
Source : Canada Border Services Agency.
Office of the Commissioner of Review Tribunals
This Web page provides information on the types of appeals that are covered by OCRT review tribunals, including Canada Pension Plan (CPP), Old Age Security (OAS), Social Security Agreements and Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
Source : Office of the Commissioner of Review Tribunals CPP/OAS
Rights and Responsibilities Fact Sheet
This fact sheet gives information about the rights and responsiblities of Canadian citizens.
Source : Government of Canada. Citizenship and Immigration Canada
A Roof Over Your Head
What are your rights and responsibilities as a tenant? Are you prepared for the long-term commitment of paying off a house? The Consumer Measures Committee presents you with the A Roof Over Your Head booklet in order to provide you with solid information before you start making your housing decisions.
Source : Industry Canada
Special Release: Income of Deceased Persons: Rights or Things IT212R3SR
Income of Deceased Persons - Rights or Things
Source : Canada Revenue Agency
Statement of Basic Principles of Justice for Victims of Crime
In recognition of the United Nations Declaration of Basic Principles of Justice for Victims of Crime, the following principles should guide Canadian society in promoting access to justice, fair treatment and provision of assistance for victims of crime.
Source : Government of Canada. Department of Justice. Electronic Communications
Your Guide to Renting a Home
This online guide provides tenants and landlords with information on their rights and responsibilites. It also contains handy workshetts, sample letters, helpful hints, provincial and territorial fact sheets and contact information.
Source : Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
Contact Information :
- Tool-Free Telephone: 1-800-668-2642
- TTY Service: 1-800-309-3388
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