Discussion · Government Orders
Anthony Housefather Liberal
“Helping seniors and lowering costs are important. Our government lowered the retirement age back to 65 after the Conservatives raised it. I know seniors face real challenges, and I am open to hearing the member's arguments on this bill.”
“Mr. Speaker, affordability is very important. Seniors’ issues are also very important. We want all seniors to be able to live with dignity. That is why, in 2015, our government reversed the Conservatives’ decision to raise the retirement age from 65 to 67. Discussions will be held on this private member’s bill. I recognize that there are real challenges facing seniors aged 75 and over. In addition, many seniors aged 65 to 75 continue to work. That said, I am certainly always open to hear my colleague’s arguments.”
Official Hansard
Mr. Speaker, affordability is very important. Seniors’ issues are also very important. We want all seniors to be able to live with dignity. That is why, in 2015, our government reversed the Conservatives’ decision to raise the retirement age from 65 to 67. Discussions will be held on this private member’s bill. I recognize that there are real challenges facing seniors aged 75 and over. In addition, many seniors aged 65 to 75 continue to work. That said, I am certainly always open to hear my colleague’s arguments.