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Announcing ORCA’s 2016 Summer Conference

ORCA is pleased to announce that registration for our 2016 Summer Conference is now open! This year’s theme is Our Aging Population: Dementia, Diversity and Cultural Change. The program will touch on changing trends in...

Looking For A Retirement Home That Fits Your Needs? A Few Tips To Get You Started

As you begin the search for a retirement home for yourself or a loved one, it can seem like a very daunting process. Here are a few tips that we’ve gathered that could help you...

Happy Seniors’ Month

June is Seniors’ Month in Ontario. This year’s theme is “Seniors Making a Difference,” recognizing and celebrating the important contributions that seniors provide to our communities. The Ontario Seniors Secretariat is encouraging all Ontarians to take...

Revera Releases New Report On Ageism

On May 30, Revera CEO Thomas Wellner presented at the Empire Club of Canada on the Revera Report on Ageism: Independence and Choice As We Age. The report shares the results of research on ageism in...

Congratulations to ORCA’s new Board of Directors

At our recent Annual General Meeting, ORCA’s members elected the 2016/2017 Board of Directors. The board is responsible for setting the overall strategic direction for the association. Congratulations to our new Board of Directors! Board of...

March 9, 2016

Experience Life in a Retirement Community

ORCA has a brand new video that will give you a taste of life in Ontario’s retirement communities. Please watch and share!

Together We Care 2016

Together We Care is Canada’s largest gathering of retirement and long term care professionals. The event offers dynamic keynote speakers, an extensive trade show and numerous networking opportunities. Education sessions both inform and inspire delegates, focusing on...

January 8, 2016

Start off 2016 right with an ORCA membership!

Are you an operator of a retirement home or a company that provides products and services to retirement homes? If yes, then ORCA is the association for you. ORCA is the only association dedicated to...

December 22, 2015

Happy Holidays from ORCA

ORCA would like to wish all our members, the residents living in retirement homes and their families, our partners in government and our many other allies a very happy holiday season and convey our best...