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Sheila Watt-Cloutier
7 quotes from Sheila Watt-Cloutier to open your mind

Environmental, cultural, human rights advocate and Nobel Peace Prize nominee Sheila Watt-Cloutier spoke to RTOERO members during a member webinar in January 2023. Sheila challenged […]

RTOERO urges collective action towards sustainable, just future at federal advocacy event
RTOERO urges collective action towards sustainable, just future at federal advocacy event

RTOERO volunteers and staff met with federal MPs and government officials during its second Advocacy on the Hill event on April 24 and 25. During […]

One voice could make a difference
RTOERO urges Islanders to speak with one voice this Provincial General Election on issues of dignity and survival

RTOERO is sounding the alarm on issues of dignity and survival during the Prince Edward Island election campaign. This month, it launched a digital campaign […]

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Time to retire from driving? Considerations and steps

Driving is a symbol of freedom and independence. You can go where you want when you want. And Canada is one of the most car-dependent […]

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How to create a post-pandemic retirement plan

As the pandemic turns endemic, we’ll be in a post-pandemic world—adapted to living with COVID-19 as part of life. For those retiring now, it’s possible […]

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7 free ways to build your healthy aging knowledge

It’s never too late to take steps to improve your health. Little things can make a big difference. But how do you know what steps […]

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Dry eyes: why you shouldn’t suffer in silence

Dry eye syndrome or keratoconjunctivitis sicca has a full suite of unpleasant symptoms. Itchy, tired and red eyes are the most obvious, but dry eyes […]

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Webinar: Diabetes prevention and management – What you should know

Dr. Alanna Weisman presented this webinar in November 2022 to help RTOERO members and guests understand more about diabetes. It covers:

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Webinar: Auto and home insurance 101

This webinar was presented in September 2022 featuring Yvonne Brady from Johnson Inc. It covers auto insurance 101, home and tenant’s insurance 101, liability advice […]