About the Summit

Population aging is a challenge, and will bring sweeping changes. Workforces, economies, and government-supplied services around the world will change, and so will the needs of the people they represent.

We believe this challenge is matched by an unprecedented opportunity to grow a competitive, flexible workforce and economy that also meets seniors’ needs better than ever.

The Silver Economy Summit will help organizational leaders learn about and adapt their organizations to address the challenges and opportunities of an aging population. By preparing and exploring the opportunities, you can succeed in the silver economy.

The status quo is changing . . . are you ready?

Summit discussion topics will include:

  • Marketing and product development for an aging population;
  • Working with aging workers to utilize the skills of retired people in community economic development;
  • Adapting and creating services to accommodate a different kind of public;
  • The changing role of seniors in the workforce and volunteer organizations;
  • A global view of the trends and early indications that business and community leaders can use to prepare for success in a Silver Economy, and;
  • Current academic research into topics that are emerging as vital to success in a silver economy.

Who will benefit by attending the Silver Economy Summit?

  • Business owners and Human Resource managers
  • Community group and Non-profit organization leaders
  • Industry leaders
  • Program and policy developers from all levels of government
  • Academic researchers and students
  • Interested citizens

    The Silver Economy Summit will also advance Nova Scotia’s Strategy for Positive Aging [PDF] through discussion about senior engagement and opportunities to foster seniors’ own efforts to live healthy, independent lives. Nova Scotia’s average age has been increasing over the past several years, and is currently the highest in Canada. Already a leader in seniors’ issues, the Nova Scotia Department of Seniors will continue to break new ground when it hosts the Silver Economy Summit 2010 - the first North American conference of its kind - in Halifax, Nova Scotia, May 13-14, 2010.

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