Age-friendly = community-friendly. Let’s build places where everyone belongs, at every age. #AgeInclusive #SDG11 #AgeismAwarenessWeek

Ageism in healthcare is real—and harmful. Let’s challenge assumptions and demand care with dignity. #HealthcareForAllAges #AgeismAwarenessWeek

What is ageism? 🧠 Stereotypes 💢 Prejudice 🚫 Discrimination It shows up in systems, relationships & even self-perception. It affects healthcare, work, & justice. Ending ageism = building an equitable society for all. #AgeismAwarenessWeek #AgeWithRights #EndAgeism #AgeismAwarenessWeek

Earlier today, ILC-Canada participated in the 2025 UN International Day of Older Persons: “Older Persons Driving Local And Global Action: Our Aspirations, Our Well-Being, Our Rights.” Learn more: https://cstu.io/1d4d18 #UNIDOP #OlderPersons #ILCCanada #HumanRights #AgingMatters

Today we honour the strength and value of older adults worldwide. Let’s protect their rights and build a future that values *every age*. 💙 🔗 Visit our campaign page: https://ccaageism.ca/ageism-awareness-2025 to learn more. #AgeismAwarenessWeek

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☮ Like this if you agree! Every person deserves to be treated with dignity, respect and fairness – at any age. Let’s create a more inclusive society together. Join the movement to #StopAgeism: https://cstu.io/261bf3#StopAgeism #CCAAgeism #AgeWithRights

Dr. Kiran Rabheru is representing ILCC in Japan at the IPA Congress 2025. He will be participating in there sessions while he is there. Check out the program for details: https://cstu.io/e283a4 https://cstu.io/216cc6

Did you know 54% of Canadians recognize ageism, yet 87% underestimate how common it is? This mirrors a global challenge, with nearly half the world holding ageist attitudes. Break the cycle of bias and empower people of all ages to thrive. Join the movement! 🔗 Learn more: https://cstu.io/5a1c3e

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Dr. Kiran Rabheru is representing ILCC in Japan at the IPA Congress 2025. Did you know Japan is a super aged society? As of September 2025, an estimated 29.4% of Japan's population is aged 65 or older. https://cstu.io/216cc6

Ageism in policy, care, and social attitudes directly affects the mental health of older people. Tackling ageism isn’t just about fairness—it’s about ensuring everyone has the opportunity to thrive at every age. #EndAgeism #HealthEquity #MentalHealthForAllAges

🚨 Coming Oct 1–9: Ageism Awareness Week Let’s rewrite the narrative around aging. Join us to challenge ageism and celebrate strength at every stage of life. #AgeWithRights #AgeIsStrength #AgeismAwarenessWeek

Representation matters. When the media only shows youth, it sends a message about who is seen—and who is left out. Choose images and words that include all ages. #StopAgeism #InclusiveMedia #RepresentationMatters #CCAA

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Ageism can sound like a compliment—but it often isn’t. Calling older people “adorable” or “cute” minimizes their adulthood and individuality. Let’s use language that reflects respect, not stereotypes. #WhatIsAgeism #StopAgeism #RespectAllAges #CCAA

⚖ Partagez ceci! Nous devons protéger les droits des personnes âgées. Comment? Le gouvernement du Canada doit signer la Convention des Nations Unies sur les droits des personnes âgées. Joignez-vous au mouvement #ÉliminonslÂgisme : https://cstu.io/796071 #CCAÂgisme

Did you know ageism in health care can lead to older persons being dismissed, ignored, or receiving substandard care? This must change. 🚫 Dismissing concerns as “just aging” 🚫 Ignoring older patients in conversations 🚫 Underfunding long-term care 🔗 Learn more: https://cstu.io/d48e86

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Fact: Ageism is a risk factor for loneliness and poor mental health. The Mental Health Commission of Canada reports older people often feel overlooked and excluded. 🔗Read the report: https://mentalhealthcommission.ca/resource/transforming-health-care-social-care-and-community-landscapes/

Older people bring valuable insight, skills, and leadership. Counter ageism by naming and honouring that experience—not overlooking it. Everyone deserves to feel valued. #StopAgeism #LifelongContribution #RespectAllAges #CCAA

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“Young at heart” might sound like a compliment, but it reinforces the idea that aging is negative. Aging is not something to deny—it’s something to value. @intfedageing #WhatIsAgeism #PositiveAging #StopAgeism #CCAA

⚖ Share this! We need to protect the rights of older people. How? The Government of Canada needs to sign on to the UN Convention on the Human Rights of Older People. Join the CCAA: to Age with Rights, together! #CCAAgeism https://cstu.io/8232ab

💔 Battling Self-Ageism 31% of Canadians admit to self-ageism—negative feelings about their own aging. It’s time to rewrite the story. Aging isn’t something to fear; it’s a celebration of wisdom, resilience, and experiences. 🌟 #EndAgeism #SelfAcceptance #PositiveAging https://cstu.io/77e606

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Ageism affects how older people access mental health care, sometimes dismissed or ignored altogether. New report from the Mental Health Commission of Canada shares urgent insights: https://cstu.io/2ab122 #Ageism

ILCC is strengthening international connections at the The International Federation on Ageing Conference. Here's Dr. Kiran Rabheru with Julie Byles (ILC-Australia) and David Sinclair (ILC-UK). #Ageing2025 #CCAAgeism #ILCCanada #UNConvention https://www.ifaconf.ngo/

More from The International Federation on Ageing Conference in South Africa. Dr. Kiran Rabheru presented "End-of-Life Care as a Human Right: Ensuring Dignity and Agency in the Final Chapter" #Ageing2025 #CCAAgeism #ILCCanada #UNConvention https://www.ifaconf.ngo/

ILC-Canada is representing Canada on the global stage at the The International Federation on Ageing Conference in South Africa. Seen here ILCC's Margaret Gillis presents the Ambassador Julia Alvarez Human Rights Award. #Ageing2025 #CCAAgeism #ILCCanada #UNConvention

More from The International Federation on Ageing Conference in South Africa. Margaret Gillis joined the panel discussion "Advancing Human Rights form Ageing Populations: Global Perspectives and Local Actions" #Ageing2025 #CCAAgeism #ILCCanada #UNConvention https://www.ifaconf.ngo/

It might seem like “just a joke,” but ageist humour reinforces stereotypes. Speak up. Shift the tone. Every comment shapes our culture. #StopAgeism #EverydayAction #ChallengeAgeism #CCAA

Women already live longer than men but spend 25% more years in poor health. Longevity isn’t about reaching 150—it’s about living well, with vitality & dignity, at every age. Read the article: https://cstu.io/83760c Join the movement CCAA against ageism: https://cstu.io/065d06

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The IFA Conference in South Africa is underway. Here's a few shots of the ILC team at the opening ceremonies. #Ageing2025 #CCAAgeism #ILCCanada #UNConvention https://cstu.io/131134

ILCC’s Dr. Kiran Rabheru and Margaret Gillis are Featured Speakers at the 17th Global Conf on Ageing: YEBO/YES! Action on Ageing. The conference explores nine key themes, including immunization, long-term care, human rights, and more. https://cstu.io/a5b346

When cities, services, and technology don’t consider older people, it reinforces exclusion. Accessible design supports everyone—at every age. #WhatIsAgeism #InclusiveDesign #StopAgeism #CCAA

👩🏾‍🦳👨🏻‍🦳 63 % des aînés interrogés estimaient avoir été traités injustement en raison de leur âge. Est-ce votre expérience? Joignez-vous au mouvement pour éliminer l'âgisme. #ÉliminonslÂgisme #CCAÂgisme https://cstu.io/84bf3f

While 54% of Canadians are familiar with the concept of ageism, 87% fail to grasp its widespread prevalence. A new Ipsos Canada survey commissioned by CCAA reveals a critical need to #StopAgeism, and improve understanding of this critical issue across Canada. 📊 Read more: https://cstu.io/054b92.

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Fact: Ageism is a risk factor for loneliness and poor mental health. The Mental Health Commission of Canada reports that older people often feel overlooked and excluded. Let’s build a more inclusive world. 🔗 Learn more: https://cstu.io/6b7798 #AgeismFacts #MentalHealth #StopAgeism #CCAA

How can you stop ageism? Start by making sure older people are part of the conversation—especially when it impacts their lives, health, or communities. Nothing about us, without us. #StopAgeism #IncludeAllAges #RespectAllVoices #CCAA

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Ageism is the assumption that older people can’t—or won’t—learn something new. Ageism shows up in hiring, healthcare, and even casual conversation. It’s time to challenge those assumptions. #WhatIsAgeism #StopAgeism #RespectAllAges #CCAA

👩🏾‍🦳👨🏻‍🦳63% of older adults surveyed felt they had been treated unfairly based on their age. Have you experienced this? It's time to put a stop to age-based discrimination. Join the CCAA: to Age with Rights, together! https://cstu.io/087ffd #StopAgeism #CCAAgeism

CCAA has released its findings from the June 2024 Ageism Forum. The forum brought together participants from across the aging sector to discuss aging and ageism. The full report is now available on the CCAA website: French: https://cstu.io/464e8a English: https://cstu.io/d7218b

Common ageist stereotypes in media & everyday conversations often misrepresent the diverse realities of aging. Oversimplified portrayals can undermine the wisdom, vibrancy, & continued contributions of older persons, rather than celebrating their full capabilities. #EndAgeism

Words have incredible power. Opt for "older adults" or "older people" instead of terms that can reinforce stereotypes. Also, look for diverse, positive portrayals of older people in media – support what's right! #RespectfulLanguage #InclusiveCommunication #MediaLiteracy

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Spotting ageism: It's in the assumptions we make. "Older persons aren't interested in new tech." That's ageist! Many are avid learners. Let's challenge these dismissive stereotypes. #AgeismMyths #AgingPositively #AntiAgeism #Canada