The feedback through completed Evaluation Forms from participants indicated a great appreciation for our events. Growing the Retired Teachers Endowment Fund at The Winnipeg Foundation would allow us to enlarge the size of the award available to each student. The exact same initiative should NOT be repeated yearly. Those over this age use Colorado’s retirement income exemption described above. Gifts can be made through The Foundation by phone, mail or internet. In June, the Manitoba Seniors Coalition shared a list of priorities that are important to support older Manitobans. The webinar by Heart & Stroke would have given us the up to date information on heart health research. It became a family dream come true. Each gift, no matter what amount, adds in perpetuity to the overall fund. Don't forget though, an AVC plan is separate to your pension plan. RTAM is still looking for a Chapter to host the 2022 AGM. A description of how RTAM will be recognized for its contribution should be in the application. Office staff will aid in monitoring this. Action requesting that MTS recognise RTAM as the official voice of retired teachers. The companies receive emails followed up with phone communication from suspects misrepresenting themselves/impersonating legitimate organizations, such as "National Defence" or the "Minister of Public Safety". The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC) is receiving reports from Canadian companies who are being scammed. This percentage could vary depending on when you retire. And an analysis by the Kaiser Family Foundation estimates that about 1.5 million teachers —nearly 1 in 4—have health conditions that increase their risk for COVID-19 complications. Due to nationwide issues with the postal service, members may experience a delay in receiving paper checks. The Retired Women Teachers Association have volunteered to host this event with the assistance and cooperation of our very capable office staff. entering the first year of a post-secondary education program, There were 51 award applications submitted this year. Chapters are urged to develop a project and/or activity that meets the unique needs of their individual membership. - Articles for KIT re: Pre-Retirement Seminar ads, pictures, and articles about the seminar(s), also available on the RTAM website. He would have given us information on current scams and other threats to our safety as well as how to protect ourselves. Retired members in the Teachers' Retirement System of the State of Illinois collect a lifetime monthly retirement benefit. Gayl gave us specific pointers in reference to our newly produced pictures, and we departed with a renewed enthusiasm. Extortion scams refer to any person who unlawfully obtains money, property or services from a person, entity or institution through coercion. Since then, this fund has provided support for four, $500.00 awards each year to Grade 12 graduates who are nominated by a relative who is an RTAM member. Contributions can be made through them by phone, mail or internet. To be aware of changes in The Pension Benefits Act and The Teachers’ Pensions Act that may affect us. Coming up on Wednesday, February 24th, there will be a presentation entitled Creating certainty for your future: The importance of a well-structured estate plan by Candace Landry and Madison Kinzel from IG Private Wealth Management. Members cannot outlive their benefits. Welcome! Please register by noon on February 19th. (They usually look after their own). The Manitoba Seniors Coalition is a coalition of Manitoba organizations interested in the spectrum of issues affecting older adults in Manitoba. Sincerely, Seniors and Healthy Aging Branch / Direction des personnes âgées et vieillissement en santé3078 -300 Carlton Street / 300, rue Carlton, bureau 3078Winnipeg MB R3B 3M9 / Winnipeg (Manitoba) R3B 3M9Phone: 204 945-6565 / Téléphone : 204 945‑6565Toll-free: 1-800-665-6565 / Sans frais : 1-800- 665‑6565email: seniors@gov.mb.ca / Courriel : seniors@gov.mb.cawebsite: www.gov.mb.ca/seniors / Site Web : www.gov.mb.ca/seniors/index.fr.html. As deadlines permitted, we also used the advertising in KIT. The reasons for having to do so as well as the fallout that is possible when these documents are not in place were well covered. Please allow 2-3 weeks for processing. When a G.M. Average pension benefits for newly retired public educators in most of the Empire State hit a new record high in 2019-20, according to data posted today at SeeThroughNY.net from the New York State Teachers’ Retirement System (NYSTRS), which covers public education professionals outside New York City.. When the first of the month occurs on a weekend or holiday, your financial institution may not post your deposit to your account until the next business day.