The labour force participation rate of seniors aged 65 and older has more than doubled from 6% in 2000 to 13.8% in 2020.
Seniors are living longer and healthier than previous generations
Seniors are working and volunteering
Seniors have high rates of volunteering, linked to improved quality of life, stronger social networks, and reduced likelihood of social isolation.
Source: Statistics Canada.
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Seniors are living longer and healthier than previous generations
Seniors are working and volunteering
Seniors have high rates of volunteering, linked to improved quality of life, stronger social networks, and reduced likelihood of social isolation.
Source: Statistics Canada.
Cropped section of full infographic
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