Latest Living Well

ARTA is a leader and advocate in the promotion of living well leading up to, and in retirement. ARTA develops and implements strategies to enhance the quality of the life of its members and retired people in the community.

Telemedicine for ARTA Members

April 1, 2024

Thee ARTA Extended Health Care benefit plans provide access to Greenshield Telemedicine. Instantly connect with a Canadian-licensed doctor for medical care from your phone, tablet, or computer – any time, 24/7.

GreenShield Counselling Services

April 1, 2024

ARTA extended health care members can access quality mental health support with the Greenshield Health partnership. Get up to 5 hours of counselling yearly + coaching services.

The Nahanni Revisited After Nine Years of Graceful Aging

March 19, 2024

Explore the Nahanni's beauty and challenges after nine years. Witness the timeless wonders of this northern gem through aging eyes.

CardiacCrash: A New Way to Respond to Heart Attacks

March 13, 2024

First responders have utilized the CPR technique to assist in pumping oxygenated blood to the brain when the heart has stopped beating. It's relatively easy to learn, but it is also easy to forget how to use it. That is why the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada has developed CardiacCrash.

Better Nights, Brighter Days: How to Improve Your Sleep

March 7, 2024

Struggling with sleep? Discover practical strategies to improve sleep quality. Learn about sleep hygiene, identifying barriers, and managing stress.

Ready For A Change of Mindset?

March 6, 2024

World Hearing Day: Tips & Advice for Hearing Health. Learn about safe listening practices, prevention tips, and the importance of regular check-ups.

Fad Diets: Fact or Fiction?

March 2, 2024

Discover the truth about fad diets and their impact on health. Learn how to achieve long-term weight loss and good health with sustainable nutrition habits.

The Signs of a Stroke, and the Life that Comes After

February 9, 2024

It is important to recognize the signs of a stroke. We can use the acronym F (face) A (arm) S (speech) T (time) to help us remember.

Retiring by 55, Can it be Done?

February 6, 2024

This article is not for anyone currently drawing a pension. It is aimed at our friends and colleagues who are thinking about leaving our pension plan at 54.99 years of age and drawing out the commuted value of their pension.