Embracing an Aging Population

Demographic Planning Commission

To help the Government of Alberta in planning and preparing an aging population, the Demographic Planning Commission was established in May 2008.

The Commission sought the input of individual Albertans and stakeholder organizations about the needs of future seniors and the roles of individuals, families, communities and government in meeting these needs. Over 10,000 Albertans of all ages completed an online survey, and the Commission met with over 100 stakeholder organizations across the province. The results of the Commission’s work was summarized in a Findings Report, which was released in December 2008.

Alberta Seniors and Community Supports used this information in the development an Aging Population Policy Framework which will be used to guide future government policy decisions on programming and supports for future seniors.

• View the Findings Executive Summary
• View the Findings Report