Breaking News
Federal Government Dental Program: Mercer has provided us with a synopsis of the new Dental program which should be available to most of our Pensioners this year and most will probably qualify for some benefit. Here is a link to the synopsis.
Please ensure you review the details on the program regarding how to apply, what is covered, the income and age levels on eligibility, etc. Also be sure to check with your Oral Health Care provider to see if they will be enrolling in the plan as a service provider. Full details of the plan can be found by visiting their website at https://www.canada.ca/.../the-canadian-dental-care-plan.html
Next General Meeting April 3rd, 2024: Our next General Meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 3rd, 2024 at the CN Claude Mongeau National Training Centre (CN Campus), 650 Pandora Avenue East. Our guest speaker will be Patrick Feschuk from the Manitoba Prostate Cancer Support Group. Please do not arrive before 1:30 because seating will not be available until all the students have finished their lunch.
Members Obituary Listings: Obituary look up is now available on the National website. The listing provides a 36 month history. Click here to access that page.
CN Spotlight: The February issue of the CN Spotlight is now available by clicking here.
Health Care Plan for CN Pensioners - 2024 Manual and Rates: The 2024 Manual and Rates can be found on our Health Care page as well as the Health Care Page on our National website.
December 2023 Newsletter: The December 2023 edition of our CNPA of MB Newsletter is now available on our Newsletters page or click here to view it.
Upcoming Guest Speakers and Events 2024:
Wednesday, April 3rd, 2024 - Patrick Feschuk from the Manitoba Prostate Cancer Support Group
Wednesday, May 1st, 2024 - Consuela from the Arthritis Society of Canada
Thursday, June 13th, 2024 - Celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the CN Pensioners Association. Also, info on our 10th Annual Picnic: tickets will be available at our May and June meetings.
July 2024 (date to be determined) - Prairie Dog Central trip. More details available in April.
Government Contacts for Birthday & Anniversary Milestone Certificates: click here to learn more on how to apply for a Congratulatory Message Request.
Members Obituary Listings: Obituary look up is now available on the National website. The listing provides a 36 month history. Click here to access that page.
CN Spotlight: The February issue of the CN Spotlight is now available by clicking here.
Health Care Plan for CN Pensioners - 2024 Manual and Rates: The 2024 Manual and Rates can be found on our Health Care page as well as the Health Care Page on our National website.
December 2023 Newsletter: The December 2023 edition of our CNPA of MB Newsletter is now available on our Newsletters page or click here to view it.
Upcoming Guest Speakers and Events 2024:
Wednesday, April 3rd, 2024 - Patrick Feschuk from the Manitoba Prostate Cancer Support Group
Wednesday, May 1st, 2024 - Consuela from the Arthritis Society of Canada
Thursday, June 13th, 2024 - Celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the CN Pensioners Association. Also, info on our 10th Annual Picnic: tickets will be available at our May and June meetings.
July 2024 (date to be determined) - Prairie Dog Central trip. More details available in April.
Government Contacts for Birthday & Anniversary Milestone Certificates: click here to learn more on how to apply for a Congratulatory Message Request.
CN Post Retirement Life Insurance: For information, please click here.
Post-Retirement Guide on Workplace Injury: For information, please click here.
Holo Alert: If you are looking for a service provider for medical alert and fall detection services, we recommend you check out available suppliers for their rates, service capabilities and contractual requirements. As information for your research, HOLO Alert has the following rate and contract structure in place with the CNPA for qualifying members of the Association. Click here for more detailed information or visit our Health Care Page.
Post-Retirement Guide on Workplace Injury: For information, please click here.
Holo Alert: If you are looking for a service provider for medical alert and fall detection services, we recommend you check out available suppliers for their rates, service capabilities and contractual requirements. As information for your research, HOLO Alert has the following rate and contract structure in place with the CNPA for qualifying members of the Association. Click here for more detailed information or visit our Health Care Page.
Rocky Mountaineer CN Retiree Discounts: Please click here for the Rocky Mountaineer Discounts for the 2023 Season. These discounts are only available to contributing members of the CN Pensioners Association. Proof of membership will be required in order to qualify for the discount when making a reservation.
CNPA Watch: The Barrie Council of the CNPA in conjunction with Pinnacle Awards Canada (owned and operated by Michael Poirier a VIA locomotive engineman and social member of the Barrie Council) have designed and produced a selection of watches specifically and exclusively for members of the CN Pensioners Association. Purchase is restricted to 'paid members' of the CNPA. There are three dial face choices (as shown) and they are available in both silver and gold cases. These watches are of Swiss quality and meet the standards for railway grade use.
The cost is $125.00 (includes tax & shipping in Canada). They can be purchased by contacting Robert Haggart of the Barrie Council: Email - rhag@rogers.com Phone - (416) 294-4676. Payment using 'E-Transfer' is preferred but can be discussed.