Posted by: City of Ottawa
The City of Ottawa has released the Older Adult Plan 2025-2030. This is the fourth version of the Plan since 2012. It builds on past efforts and focuses on making Ottawa a supportive community where everyone can age with choice and dignity.
The Plan was shaped by input from residents during public consultations and developed in collaboration with community agencies. It was approved by City Council in November 2025. The new version has a stronger focus on working with community partners to help make a bigger, more lasting impact.
Read the Older Adult Plan 2025-2030.
For older adults who want to get involved
To help guide the Plan’s progress, the City is creating an Older Adult Plan Roundtable. This group will include City staff, community partners and older adult residents.
The City is currently seeking five volunteer older adults to join the Roundtable. A selection process will be used to ensure fair and equitable representation.
Selection criteria include:
- Lived experience as an older adult in Ottawa
- Represent the diversity of Ottawa’s older adult population
- Willing and able to attend a half-day, in-person launch meeting in January 2026
- Willing and able to dedicate at least two hours every three months
- Interest in sharing ideas and helping guide the progress of the Plan
If you are interested in applying to volunteer for the roundtable, please complete the application form on Engage Ottawa. If you need help with the form, email olderadults@ottawa.ca and a staff member will assist you.
Applications will be accepted until December 3, 2025 and successful candidates will be contacted before December 17, 2025.