The Nova Scotia Federation of Seniors, founded in 1973, has seen a dramatic decline in membership due to the COVID-19 pandemic, losing many members and clubs. The federation's president, Anne-Marie Long, noted that the organization has dropped from over 130 clubs to just 51. To address this, the federation is now offering individual memberships for seniors who do not belong to a club, currently totaling around 2,600 paid members. Additionally, the federation is launching a fundraising campaign to support struggling clubs and expand its outreach to areas where clubs have not yet resumed activities. First vice-president Dolly Williams emphasized the importance of representing diverse voices, particularly those from the Black Nova Scotian community, in their advocacy work. The federation aims to continue its successful lobbying efforts for healthcare initiatives, including free vaccines and a national dental program, to attract new members and engage the senior community effectively.