New statistical tables published from the Canadian Cancer Registry.

Coastal population grows the most in the pacific, decreases in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Cost-related non-adherence lowest among those with employer-sponsored plans.

Economists see them declining, but caution it will be a long process.

Insurers emphasize lifetime security and performance.

They can be a lifeline for workers without a private retirement plan.

In 2022, the average retirement age approaches what it was in the mid-70s.