Province Seeks Input on Canada's Retirement Income Plan

The Department of Finance is seeking feedback from Nova Scotians and interested groups on ways to strengthen Canada's retirement income system for future retirees.

People are encouraged to share their views by responding to a consultation paper posted on the Department of Finance website at www.gov.ns.ca/finance/publications/riaconsultation.pdf .

"It is important that Nova Scotians are saving enough now for a secure future," said Finance Minister Graham Steele. "We are working with our federal, provincial and territorial counterparts to look at ways to ensure people's financial security during retirement. This is another way we are working to make life better for Nova Scotians."

To participate, visit www.gov.ns.ca/finance to view the consultation paper. Responses must be submitted by Sept. 17, by e-mail to [email protected] , or by mail to Department of Finance, c/o Crown Agencies and Corporations, Provincial Building, 1723 Hollis St., Halifax, N.S., B3J 1V9.