The National Association of Federal Retirees

Join today...even if you're not retired!

Welcome to the Ottawa Branch of Canada’s largest advocacy group representing active and retired members of the federal public service, the Canadian Armed Forces and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and retired federally appointed judges, as well as their partners and survivors. We've been advocating for improvements to the financial security, health and well-being of our members and all Canadians since 1963.

What's in it for you?

We look out for your best interests. We press for government decisions to keep or improve your pension and benefits. Learn more about our recent local success and the Association’s victories.

Attend our local Branch events, including virtual webinars and meetings, and connect with other members. We’re building and nurturing a strong community in the Ottawa area. Learn more

Access a wide variety of preferred partners that are offering exclusive savings on local and national products and services related to health, travel, finance, and entertainment. Learn more

What else is included?

Our membership is packed with benefits for federal employees and federal retirees. You will get the following perks when you become an Ottawa Branch member:

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What our members say

I am blown away by the amount of work that had to go into preparing the AGM. I absolutely love the fact that the speakers’ words were on the screen, both in English & French. The technical presentation is outstanding.

Glenys P.
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I really appreciated a couple of Webinars that have been offered. Specifically, the one dealing with the need to reorganize long term care in Canada. Coming from a health care background, this was most interesting.

Georges N.
Member Since 2011
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The free webinars on topics related to finance and health have provided me a lot of useful info. I’d like to extend my appreciation to the outstanding support that the branch has been providing.

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Member Since 2006
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Featured Events

As a member, you receive access to exclusive Ottawa Branch events. Check out the wide variety of events from financial literacy to healthy aging and more.

Join Jennifer Moir as she explores the ins and outs of taking the decision to downsize
December 4, 2024
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Please join Hélène Charlebois, Ottawa Registered Dietitian for a fun filled hour of how to navigate the ‘very long’ holiday season.
November 27, 2024
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November 21, 2024
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Upcoming Events

As a member, you receive access to exclusive Ottawa Branch events. Check out the wide variety of events from financial literacy to healthy aging and more.

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Latest Branch News

Stay up to date with the latest Ottawa Branch news.

October 22, 2024

Make the most of your retirement!

Don’t miss out! There’s still time to register for the Ottawa Branch’s biggest in-person bilingual event of the year!

October 2, 2024

Finding fulfilment in retirement

Seats are going fast for our biggest event of the year. Register now for yourself and your guests.

September 18, 2024

Thrive in retirement!

Come hear a panel of federal retirees discuss options for work after retirement — in and outside government, as a contractor, through an agency and more.

Featured Resources

Our Resource Library offers information designed to help you plan, live and enjoy a fulfilling retirement.

August 15, 2024

uOttawa Study: How language influences cognition and the brain

Researchers at the University of Ottawa are looking for English/French bilinguals or monolinguals to participate in two testing sessions where you will be asked to complete different language and cognitive tasks.

Participants will be compensated for their time. Click below for full details.

July 30, 2024

Royal Ottawa and uOttawa Research Study

The Clinical EEG lab at the Royal Ottawa Hospital is looking for healthy volunteers between the ages of 18 and 69 to participate in a study with the purpose of comparing brain activity in a healthy participant to individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia. For full details and eligibility criteria, please click below.

July 30, 2024

Research Survey - uOttawa Study

Ph.D. candidate Ezgi Tasyurek at uOttawa is conducting an online survey, looking for seniors aged 65+ to answer some questions to better understand how older individuals perceive social media. This survey should take around 20 minutes to complete. Please click below for full details.

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