Statement by the Prime Minister on National Seniors Day

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on National Seniors Day:

“Canada’s seniors have helped shape this country, and raised, mentored, and invested in generations of Canadians. As parents, grandparents, friends, neighbours, workers, and volunteers, they continue to contribute to our families, communities, and society in countless ways.

“It has been a difficult pandemic for seniors in Canada, with many facing isolation, loneliness, and stress. We need to continue to be there for them, as they have been for us and our country.

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“We know that the pandemic has tragically highlighted the serious and long-standing challenges in long-term care homes in our country. Together, we will ensure better, safer care for seniors.

“On National Seniors Day, I invite all Canadians to reach out to the seniors in their lives. We thank them for everything they have done for us and our country, and for laying the foundations of a better future for us all.”

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