Retired Doctors and Respiratory Therapists

Posted by suzanne  on May 15, 2020

There is a need for more medical professionals to deal with Covid-19, and Quebec has asked for additional help. Sixty retired doctors and 12 respiratory therapists have answered the call for assistance during the pandemic. The Ministry of Health gave special authorization in order for them to resume their practice.

In addition, the Ontario government asked anyone with a medical background to step forward in an effort to fight the COVID-19 pandemic. The premier asked for individuals to help our healthcare heroes and the province launched a portal to people to match skilled workers with healthcare institutions and agencies.

Some professionals are postponing their retirement to assist during the pandemic. The postponement of retirement makes mature workers seem like a contingent workforce that is available to meet fluctuations within supply and demand. What are the implications for individuals, communities and society at large with this type of arrangement?

Inspiring Others and Making a Difference

Posted by suzanne  on May 11, 2020

Canada cares. Volunteering and donating are foundational activities in our country. We get involved and support others. We inspire each other when we work together towards important community goals.

And it’s never too late to make a difference. In fact, John Hillman, a 101-year-old Second World War veteran, is walking 101 laps around his retirement home in Victoria, British Columbia in order to raise money for charity.

Hillman was inspired by Captain Tom Moore in the UK. Captain Tom completed 100 laps and raised an incredible £23m.

In turn, Hillman is inspiring others and making a difference in his community — at age 101.

What does Hillman inspire you to do?

Tribute to a Third Act

Posted by suzanne  on May 11, 2020

Sadly, Jerry Stiller died of natural causes at age 92. He played the hilarious Frank Costanza, father to George, on Seinfeld. This role was his Third Act, following a very successful career in various other roles.

Jerry Stiller began this role on Seinfeld at age 70. He shared how he came to play the role and enter this Third Act.

He wasn’t too sure about the role; however, similar to other working men and women in their 70′s today, he really needed the work because he was unemployed. Happily, he made the role his own and will be fondly remembered for it. This role also led to a new opportunity on another show called King of Queens, rejuvenating Stiller’s career during his Third Act.

He was wonderful. He could make us all laugh and he will be missed. My condolences to his family and friends.