On September 22, 2022, The Office of the Seniors Advocate published “BC Seniors: Falling Further Behind.” The report examines the results of a systemic review of how rising costs in B.C. are impacting seniors dependent on government pensions. Recommendations focus on how government supports, services and subsidies can support seniors in the province more effectively.
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Recommendation 1:
Index the BC Seniors Supplement to inflation consistent with other income supports such as GIS/OAS and CPP.
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Recommendation 8:
Work with the federal government to ensure dental coverage for seniors with co-payments and deductibles based on income or include in an overall extended benefit plan.
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