How Can Canadian Seniors Find Good Affordable Used Cars

How to Find Affordable Used Cars for Seniors in Canada in 2025

Have you ever read an article and thought - what a great article - if only it were updated for the Canadian audience , and for this year? Well, I gave Google's Gemini AI a try this morning to see what it might do with an assignment like this. Here are the results with a little extra tweaking by me:

Seniors in Canada looking for reliable and affordable used cars in 2025 may need guidance to navigate the used car market. This post  offers car-shopping advice on finding good value while staying within your budget.

Understanding Used Car Prices in Canada

Used car prices in Canada vary by region due to factors like local demand, inventory, and economic conditions. It's important to research prices in your specific area. Since market conditions can chanfe rapidly, this post will focus on resources and general advice for Canadians, rather than giving a list of typical prices by city, as was done in the original post.

Resources for Checking Used Car Prices in Canada:

• Canadian Black Book: This is a key resource for used car valuations in Canada, similar to Kelley Blue Book in the US.
• AutoTrader.ca: A popular online marketplace for buying and selling new and used vehicles in Canada.
• Kijiji Autos: Another widely used online platform for finding used cars in Canada.
• Dealer Websites: Check the websites of local dealerships for their used car inventory.

How Seniors Can Find Affordable Used Cars in Canada

1. Assess Your Needs and Budget

• Determine Your Budget: Set a realistic price range based on your financial situation.
• Consider Your Needs: Think about how often you'll drive, the size of the car you need (consider winter driving conditions), and any essential features (e.g., comfortable seats, safety features, all-wheel drive).

  

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How Can Older Canadians Eat More Protein on a Tight Budget?

Why Protein is Important for Older Adults

Frequently people think of seniors as not needing as many nutrients as they adopt more sedentary lifestyles, however, this is far from true. James McKendry, Assistant Professor in Nutrition and Healthy Aging, University of British Columbia  recently published an article on the importance of seniors getting sufficient protein in their diets.  Why is getting enough protein so important for seniors? How on earth can seniors afford enough protein on tight budgets? This post attempts to answer these questions and give suggestions to help you and your friends live happier, healthier, and longer lives.

As people get older, even simple tasks like getting out of bed or using the toilet can become harder. This is because muscles get smaller and weaker as we age - a condition called sarcopenia.

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What Is Protein, and Why Do We Need It?

Ways Canadians Honour Veterans on Remembrance Day and Everyday

New To Canada?  Please Respect Our Veterans!

Honouring Canadian veterans is a meaningful way to show appreciation for their service and sacrifices. This post has are some ways you can participate - not jus on Remembrance Day, but throughout the year.

Note: Earlier this month there was a ground swell of people excitedly wanting to use the Poppy - Canada's symbol to remember the great sacrifices made by our Veterans in the war to draw attention to a cause of their own. Not only is this disrespectful, but it is illegal. The Poppy Campaign that the Royal Canadian Legion uses each year to raise funds for special projects aimed at helping veterans is copyright and is not to be changed or altered.

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How Canadians Honour Their Veterans 

Honouring Veterans on Remembrance Day

Each year on November 11th at 11 a.m. people stop for two minutes of silence. In addition to stopping at 11 a.m. on November 11th, there are many other ways to honour veterans too such as:

• Attending a Ceremony: Join local Remembrance Day ceremonies. Often held at war memorials, community centers, or schools, Remembrance Day ceremonies usually include moments of silence, wreath-laying, and speeches. 

• Wearing a Poppy 

  

  Traditional Poppy Fund Poppy Offered on Amazon

  
  Wear a red poppy, a symbol of remembrance, to show your support. Poppies are often distributed by the Royal Canadian Legion.  From the last Friday in October till November 11th, poppies are offered free to anyone who would like to wear one and donations are collected. If no poppies are being offered in your area, you can make a donation and order a traditional  poppy here on Amazon. The Poppy should be worn on the left side of the chest above the heart. If you see a Poppy on the ground, please pick it up and dispose of it respectfully. Donations to the Poppy fund are also gratefully accepted here online too. Funds raised through poppy donations are used to help improve veteran's lives through programs like "Leave the Streets Behind" which helps homeless veterans.

• Supporting Veterans' Organizations: Donate to or volunteer with organizations that support veterans and their families, such as the Royal Canadian Legion or Veterans House. Some Veterans' organizations run draws like this monthly50/50 draw by Veteran's House , or this "Grand in Your Hand" draw by the Omemee Legion.Here is a video explaining a bit more about the Veteran's House 50/50 draw from The Disability Channel

• Educating Others and Sharing Stories:  Share stories of veterans like Tommy Prince with younger generations to keep their memories alive.

  

  The Scout :Tommy Prince

  
  This can be done through social media, school projects, or family gatherings.

Free Online Seminar Presents Ways to Try To Prevent Suicide

Suicide - How Can You Be a Lifesaver?

Why some people commit suicide is a puzzle that troubles people all over the world. There are probably as many ideas about why a person commits suicide as there are ways people choose to end their lives. Wouldn't you like to be prepared to help someone stay alive and not commit suicide?

Today, I came across a free online QPR Suicide Prevention webinar posted on Facebook aimed at helping people have productive and hopefully life-saving conversations with others. Then, this evening, I was led to see these Kids Help Phone statistics:

Kids Help Phone Call Statistics

Did you know that Kids Help Phone reports that they are getting more and more texts from young people who are on the brink of suicide?

Some of these statistics are truly startling:

Compared to last year, they're receiving more texts about:

•  Anxiety and Stress (31% increase) 
• Suicide (19% increase) 
• Isolation (14% increase)

Based on the young people who filled out their texter survey in 2023:

•  49% wouldn't have done anything else to get support 
•  9% would have gone to the emergency room 
• 75% shared something with Kids Help Phone they’ve never told anyone else 

However, on the up side-85% say they feel less upset and more hopeful after interacting with them.

What if you could be  that somebody with the right training to help someone with suicidal ideation decide to stay alive for just one more day? 

This one hour free online QPR Suicide Prevention Program , just might be the best way you have ever spent an hour of your life

Sign up at:

https://www.facebook.com/events/180824311324446/525030596903814/?active_tab=about

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About This Author

Sister Su is grateful to God for keeping her alive. She is a Trent/Queen's Concurrent Education graduate with over 20 years of teaching experience. She writes on several blogs, has a YouTube channel and is most easily reached through Twitter @Sister_Su See her link tree for more details:@Sister_Su | Linktree

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Two Cancer Survivors Share Their Alternative Health Secrets on The Disability Channel!

Today Show Host and Guest Dish Up Their Alternative Health Secrets on The Disability Channel 

Dr. Laurie and Dr. Kaye are both cancer survivors and have celebrated over 70 years of living. Today, on The Disability Channel,  Dr. Laurie and Dr. Kaye revealed the alternative ways they take care of themselves daily. While neither of these ladies are medical doctors, they do have a lot of life experience. Dr. Laurie and Dr. Kaye were honoured to receive honourary doctorates for their humanitarian work.

Remember to consult your doctor before trying any new ideas other people share. 

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Here is the Wellness Wednesday Edition of The Today Show on The Disability Channel with host Dr. Laurie Davis and guest, Dr. Kaye Sheffield. 

What do you think of their advice?

 Let us know in the comments below.

Dr. Laurie Davis and  Dr. Kaye Sheffield Share Their Healthy Living Tips

Seven Savvy Ways Canadian Seniors Can Improve Joint Mobility

Sore Joints? Try These Tips!

Do you have sore joints like me? While these ideas are no substitute for a doctor's care, they have worked well for me. Remember- be sure to ask your doctor or pharmacist before attempting something new. Every body is different, so what has worked well for me, may not be good for you to try at all. Give your Healthcare practitioner a call before trying any of these ideas.

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Canadian Seniors Get Free Cash Helping Friends Get Free Cash! Could You?

Canadian Seniors Help Their Friends Get Free Cash and Supplement Their Income By Helping Others - Could You Do This Too?

Many Canadian Seniors need to supplement their income but often do not have a lot of strength or energy anymore. Therefore, we need to switch gears and find things that will help us supplement our income in ways that are less physically tasking than mowing lawns, shoveling snow, and other things we might have been able to do in our younger days. Thankfully, many companies are very happy to pay people for referrals.  This post has a growing list of businesses and services that will pay you for referring customers to them and also give a bonus to your friends when they sign up for their services! Be sure to check this post regularly for updates.

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