Finding purpose, passion and opportunity as an older adult.
Welcome to the Redefining Retirement Program
Thanks for stopping by, and taking time to learn more about the Redefining Retirement Program. These pages will help you decide if the program is right for you. You can also click on the blue button below to be sent directly to our registration page.
Introduction
Facilitators and Supporters
Program Basics
Nova Scotia's aging population is an untapped resource with a variety of skills, experiences and interests. The Redefining Retirement program is shining a light on this amazing group of people, and the important role they can play in invigorating our communities and rural economy.
With nearly 30% of our population estimated to be over the
Nova Scotia's aging population is an untapped resource with a variety of skills, experiences and interests. The Redefining Retirement program is shining a light on this amazing group of people, and the important role they can play in invigorating our communities and rural economy.
With nearly 30% of our population estimated to be over the age of 65 in the year 2025, we must proactively engage older adults; enabling and expecting them to continue and enhance their participation in communities and the economy.
Program Basics
Facilitators and Supporters
Program Basics
Through a series of workshops, focused coaching sessions and peer support, facilitators will work with participants to expand an entrepreneurial culture among older adults. The intended outcome will be an improvement in quality of life through increased engagement. Some participants may start a venture, while others are simply looking for
Through a series of workshops, focused coaching sessions and peer support, facilitators will work with participants to expand an entrepreneurial culture among older adults. The intended outcome will be an improvement in quality of life through increased engagement. Some participants may start a venture, while others are simply looking for an encore to their career, or a way to support their community; no matter the case, this program is about bringing together the resources and networks to help improve your quality of life by accelerating your entrepreneurial pursuits.
Facilitators and Supporters
Facilitators and Supporters
Facilitators and Supporters
The program is facilitated by a partnership through Third Sector Enhancement and the Acadia Entrepreneurship Centre.
Redefining Retirement was developed through the generous support of the Nova Scotia Department of Seniors, as part of the implementation of SHIFT: Nova Scotia's Action Plan for an Aging Population.
Redefining Retirement - explained
This short video describes the background and objectives of the Redefining Retirement Program.
The meaning behind our logo
The ikigai image seen below might look confusing at first, but after considering it for a bit, you'll see that it shows how different parts of our lives intersect. That intersection is the basis of our program - how can you bring together your lived experiences, your skills, knowledge, networks and passions to help you feel more purposeful in your daily life?
The ikigai (pronounced ick-ee-guy) is a Japanese concept, which essentially means 'your reason for being' - what gets you excited about getting up in the morning? There are lots of great articles on this concept, but you can click here to read one that we particularly like.
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