But there is evidence to suggest seniors across Canada are facing a quiet backlash against the expansion or retention of long-held entitlements once considered sacrosanct. Economist Harry Kitchen is the author of a recent study advising cities to get rid of seniors' discounts. By 2007, that rate had fallen to 5.2 per cent, prompting suggestions most seniors were getting markdowns they didn't really need. "Many (older Canadians) are at their peak earning level and are doing very well. Wanda Morris, vice-president of advocacy for CARP, says while it's true there are seniors who could live without discounts and government subsidies, there is a growing group that needs them.

Source: CBC News April 10, 2017 15:33 UTC