The Memorial University of Newfoundland Pensioners’ Association (MUNPA), founded in 1985, is a not-profit organization that represents the interests of all retired faculty, staff and their principal beneficiaries. It advocates for its members through membership on the University Benefits and Pensions committees, and membership on the College and University Retirees Association of Canada (CURAC).  It provides many social networking opportunities through various events, special interest talks, training courses of special interest to seniors and other socials throughout the year.