AUTUMN 2020 | VOL. 29.1
ARTA supports an engaged
lifestyle after retirement
through member-centred services,
advocacy, communication,
wellness, and leadership.
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
Margaret Sadler
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ARTA’s Current Advocacy Efforts
Thank you very much to all our members who quickly
sent in written stakeholder submissions supporting Bill
203, the Pension Protection Act. Unfortunately, more
than 3,450 submissions were not enough to convince
a majority of committee members to allow Bill 203 a full
debate in the legislature. ARTA will continue to support
ATRF as they move forward, and we will continue to
ensure a unified voice is heard on issues affecting current
and future retired individuals.
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– Lorna McIlroy, ARTA President
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visit the advocacy section of our website at arta.net/
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