A Program for All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly: A Pilot Program for our Nation

Our project aims to implement the U.S.-informed Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) across Ontario and Canada, helping older adults remain healthy and happy in their homes. PACE integrates health, housing, and social services, applying the On Lok Protocol within Canada’s universal healthcare system. This model improves seniors’ quality of life while easing pressures on hospitals and long-term care by reducing costly crisis responses. A successful pilot in Halton Community Housing demonstrated potential savings of $90 million per 100,000 participants. There are now eight centers in Halton and Hamilton. The goal is to expand PACE nationwide, making community care accessible regardless of income. Participants learn the model’s origins, its Canadian adaptation, and tools for local implementation. The model fosters trusted relationships and collaborative care teams that treat individuals holistically, addressing mind, body, and spirit—transforming aging in place through integrated, community-based care.

Lecturer – Paul Sharman

Paul Sharman is the Ward 5 Councillor for Burlington and Halton Region and serves as Deputy Mayor for Strategy and Budgets. First elected in 2010, he has been re-elected multiple times. Paul has played a key role in Burlington’s sustainability efforts, notably advancing the 2018 Official Plan and advocating for the city to reach net carbon neutrality by 2041. He is also dedicated to improving senior care, helping introduce the U.S. Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) to Halton, which supports older adults to age in place with community services. His background as a performance management consultant and recognized leader in accounting brings strategic expertise to his public service role, blending governance with his commitment to community well-being.