University of Manitoba - Research Cafe Scientifique - Baby Boomers Are All Grown Up: Implications for an Aging Manitoba
Baby Boomers Are All Grown Up: Implications for an Aging Manitoba

February 6, 2017 – 7- 8:30 p.m.
McNally Robinson Booksellers, 1120 Grant Avenue, Winnipeg 

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The Baby Boomer generation dramatically shaped the landscape of Canadian society over the late 20th and early 21st century. Now, the first wave of Baby Boomers are entering their 70s, and – for the first time in Canadian history – the largest segment of the nation’s population is over 65. So what does this mean for Canada? Join our expert panel as they explore the ways in which Baby Boomers’ golden years will impact our health care system, work environment and retirement.

Moderator

Dr. Michelle Porter
Director, Centre on Aging; Professor, Faculty of Kinesiology & Recreation Management

Panelists

Dr. Malcolm Doupe *
Associate Professor, Department of Community Health Sciences, College of Medicine, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences

Dr. Arran Caza *
Associate Professor, Department of Business Administration, I. H. Asper School of Business, University of Manitoba

Ms. Connie Newman
Executive Director, Manitoba Association of Senior’s Centres

* Research Affiliate, Centre on Aging, University of Manitoba