Canadian seniors are wealthier than ever. Do seniors' discounts still make sense?

Though many seniors are not wealthy, the much higher incidence of poverty in younger groups has prompted some Canadians to question whether seniors should be the group to enjoy the most discounts on everything from bus fare to entertainment.

Canadian seniors are wealthier than ever. Do seniors' discounts still make sense?
An attractive senior woman with light hair cut in a bob holds a smart phone and a credit card while sitting on a yellow chair in a home office.

Though many seniors are not wealthy, the much higher incidence of poverty in younger groups has prompted some Canadians to question whether seniors should be the group to enjoy the most discounts on everything from bus fare to entertainment.