Susan Walsh says while there isn’t any provincial data, the United Nations has found that one in two people hold an ageist attitude.
The province’s Seniors’ Advocate has launched a social media campaign to address ageism. Susan Walsh says while there isn’t any provincial data, the United Nations has found that one in two people hold an ageist attitude. She says nationally, 48 percent of people surveyed have experienced ageism and it exists in NL. The Seniors’ Month Social Media Campaign to address ageism in Newfoundland and Labrador involves seniors sharing their positive experiences and stories. Walsh is inviting seniors to submit their stories to her office by emailing SeniorsAdvocate@SeniorsAdvocateNL.ca
Those who receive Income support cheques by mail can pick them up tomorrow
Government proposes updated policy to ban electronic devices in K-6 and wants the public's feedback
PC Leader Tony Wakeham says "U.S. Tariffs will have devastating consequences for the province"
Qalipu First Nation swearing-in ceremony takes place tomorrow
A 64 year old man is arrested after landing his ATV in a ditch in Robinson's
